Price: $6.99 - $3.99
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The Original Interactive Cat Toy - Cat Dancer is now used in millions of homes worldwide to provide house bound cats with healthy play and exercise and is singled out by veterinarians for its safe design. Cat Dancer is the original interactive cat toy. Spring steel wire and rolled cardboard create an irresistible lure for cats and great fun for cat lovers.
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9 x 0.25 x 6 inches; 0.71 ounces
Manufacturer recommended age ‏ : ‎ 1 month and up
Item model number ‏ : ‎ 101
Department ‏ : ‎ Unisex-Adult
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ November 25, 2004
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Cat Dancer Products
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0006N9I68
Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ USA

The original interactive cat toy from Cat Dancer
Spring steel wire and rolled cardboard
Irresistible lure for cat
Great fun for cat lovers.Home-tested by over 8 million cats
Reviewer: PinkCA
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Low Effort High Results
Review: This is a really simple toy. It is a couple of small pieces of rolled up cardboard attached to a wire. It is really low effort. I barely have to move my hand and the cardboard attached the bottom moves around in a way that is similar to a fly. My cat really likes it. He even does his little hunting chirp when I bring it out. You can use this toy in multiple ways. My cat prefers when I drag it along the ground. This is the second one I have purchased due to the cardboard eventually wearing out. However, since it’s affordable and he is entertained, I don’t mind repurchasing.

Reviewer: G. K. Daub
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Do you love your cat? Then YOU NEED THIS TOY
Review: I cannot even believe the results received from this one unassuming extremely affordable toy. Our younger rescue tabby (Lucifur, aka "Bittle", the resident pocket cheetah) is already high energy, always eager to play and lost her mind with the smallest flick of the wrist of this thing. But the biggest surprise is our giant black rescue guy (Bruce, as in Banner, definitely part maine coon, he weighs over 25 lbs) was heretofore only known to eat, meow bark at whoever woke him up, and of course slumber. He actually engaged with this when I was playing with Bittle which, like, never happens and the next thing I know he is chasing me down the hallway and not gonna lie, it was so unlike him I had a split second concern if he was gonna stomp on me or something, hahaha. And the bestest part? They BOTH have somehow become more vocal and expressive and even more affectionate than they were previously (which is saying something as they weren't stoic to begin with), it makes my heart smile - and now they make no bones about wanting to play every day. Again, this costs less than a Starbucks coffee and it will improve your cats' lives no end!!

Reviewer: Timothy Mcbride
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: The Ultimate Cat Toy!
Review: I can't recommend this toy enough! It's the only one my cat, Four, will play with more than once. It's incredibly simple but extremely effective. Just a few minutes with this toy and he’s jumping all around, showing off his playful side!Every day, without fail, he comes to me and begs to play with it. It's become a part of our daily routine, and I love that it keeps him active and entertained. Plus, it has lasted over 3 years, which speaks volumes about its durability.For such an economical option, it has proven to be the most effective long-lasting toy out there. If you're looking for something that truly engages your cat, this is it. Love it!

Reviewer: Kenzie
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: His favorite toy and i do mean favorite.
Review: For some odd reason, my chubby loaf of bread prefers this simple toy. Hes highly entertained by it and it great for his little work outs. The size of it is great safe space from his claws and my hand. The durability is a wire and some parchment paper. Easy to use and he'll hear me pick up the toy. No smell and no softness gotta play carefully. Highly recommend to buy.

Reviewer: Lena Frey
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: My Cats New Obsession
Review: I never thought I'd see the day when my cat, Halo, would actually show interest in a toy. He's always been more of a "sit and stare" kind of guy. But this Cat Dancer Interactive Cat Toy has completely changed his tune.He's been going absolutely bonkers for it! He'll chase it around the house, bat at it with his paws, and even try to bite it. It's like he's discovered a whole new world of fun. I've never seen him so happy and engaged.The toy is simple but effective. It's made of durable cardboard and a strong wire, so it can handle even Halo's enthusiastic play. And it's easy to clean, which is a huge bonus.If you have a cat like Halo who's a bit of a toy snob, I highly recommend giving this one a try. It might just be the perfect way to spark their playful side.

Reviewer: Michelle
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: My cat really enjoys this toy!
Review: My cat really enjoys this toy! The little pegs on the end that she plays with can swivel on the wire that they’re attached to which makes it look like a large insect in someway, plus it’s made of a more natural material for her to bite into instead of plastic. She enjoys swatting at, jumping up for and chasing this toy on the ground. It tends to move in un expected ways which keeps her alert and engaged. I like the fact that it is easy to store and doesn’t take up room. Cats can be difficult to find toys that they will actually play with, but I think most cats would enjoy this toy. It seems to rouse her basic hunting instincts and keeps her alert. Would recommend and was inexpensive to boot.

Reviewer: Serotta212
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: By far, the best cat toy ever invented
Review: Every toy we have gotten they like for about 10 minutes. Then they never are interested in it ever again and these are all sitting unused in a box. There must be 20 in the box. What a waste of money. Then there is the CAT DANCER. This toy both cats never seem to get tired of playing with. Its brilliant in its simplicity. A wire with a few pieces of cardboard at the end. It's a thing of genius. It's inventor really should get a Nobel Prize.You can move the toy along the floor quickly and also make it "dance" in the air. They think its some kind of bug. Or maybe a bird. They go nuts trying to catch it. They hunt it and run around like crazy going after it. Four bucks for a piece of wire? Yes and its worth every penny!

Reviewer: Valerie D. Silva
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Best ever cat toy
Review: I've been buying these for my cats for decades, and for every cat it's been the favorite toy. The cardboard bits eventually do get chewed off, but before that happens (I'm trainable) I tie a piece of light-colored selvedge fabric around the ends of the wire. They seem to enjoy the little tails. I also affix them to the back of a chair, or a tabletop, so they hang down over the edge, and the cats play with those all the time. Truly the best cat toy ever made!

Reviewer: Shelby
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: My cat loves this toy. Just wish I had thought of this invention. So expensive for a wire and cardboard. I will keep buying them only because our cat loves it. 🐈‍⬛

Reviewer: Peacca
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Cats go wild for this thing. I have bought so many for people. Great easy toy and easily my cats favourite by miles.

Reviewer: Renata Leite
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Apesar de ser um brinquedo super simples, eles amam. É o preferido deles. É um araminho mole. Muito bom, porque facillmente ele se mexe e vc nao precisava mexer muito o braço, assim nao cansa logo. Eu deixo preso em algum canto tambem, e eles brincam sozinhos, porque so de triscar, ja balança. Se vc nao tiver esse tipo de arame, vale a pena a compra.

Reviewer: Marcela
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: My adult cat gets so into it! Such a simple toy can engage a cat so quickly!

Reviewer: Anon
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: For such a simple piece of card on a wire it is the most played with toy and my cat loves it. It's ridiculous how something so simple works so well. My friend recommended it when her cat went daft for it too. That's 2 cats seal of approval and my cat is a fussy thing!