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The best cat chew toys for your feline

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If your cat is bored of plain old mouse and string toys, perhaps you should invest in a cat chew toy. Some of these toys have catnip to keep cats engaged. Others promote dental health. Yet others do both!

Cat chew toys are the perfect solution to the pesky problem of cats chewing through things. They provide entertainment and a safe place for cats to chew. Some even contain catnip to entertain your cat more than your average chew toy. Our guide to the best cat chew toys has a few wonderful options for you to pick from.

WoLover Natural Silvervine Sticks for Cats

Best Natural Material

WoLover Natural Silvervine Sticks for Cats are made entirely of unprocessed silvervine wood. The silvervine is grown organically and is safe for cat consumption. These sticks can decrease or even eliminate dental plaque and tartar. To use, peel off the bark to expose white wood. Every now and then, you will have to peel off a new layer in order to maintain potency.

Yeowww! Catnip Toy

Best Handmade Plush

The Yeowww! Catnip Toy contains only organic catnip. The casing is made of durable cotton twill fabric. The dyes used on the casing are all-natural, nontoxic, and soy- or vegetable-based. This toy is shaped like a banana. It measures 7 inches in length.

Petstages Catnip & Dental Health Cat Toys

Best for Cleaner Teeth

You can choose from a variety of food-shaped Petstages Catnip & Dental Health Cat Toys. Each of these cat chew toys has a mesh material that promotes dental health by working similar to floss. The toys are lightweight, so they also work great for cats to bat and pounce at. They are each filled with catnip. These toys keep cats engaged while also helping their oral health.

Chew toys are a good choice of entertainment for cats that like to chew and destroy things. Be sure to buy a durable toy that can withstand continuous chewing. Toys with dangling parts are not recommended as chew toys since they may detach and pose a choking hazard.

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