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"My elderly cat turns into a kitten around this!" —a reviewer raving about these wall-mounted, no-mess catnip balls

Nothing drives cats wild like catnip — that's what they say, right? Except the truth is, not all catnip toys are guaranteed to be a hit with your kitty. Chances are, if you've been a cat owner for a while, you've bought countless toys to varying levels of success, and even ones *supposedly* laced with that magical herb can sometimes go ignored. While every cat is different and will have their own toy preferences, we've rounded up the best catnip toys that *tons* of reviewers (and their cats) vouch for. From kicker toys and refillable options to interactive "animals" (like snakes and mice) that'll awaken their hunter instincts, these catnip toys are about to unleash your cat's wild side.

A legendary banana toy filled with 100% organic catnip — prepare to watch them go ~bananas~ for this fruity toy during playtime. 

Promising review: "I have four cats who love these catnip bananas! Every night I put the bananas back in the cat toy basket, only to find them pulled out and strewn around the house every morning. No other cat toy has been this popular. This must be my fourth purchase." —Beth M

Get a three-pack from Amazon for $18.68.

A "dynamite stick" kicker toy here to trigger some *explosive* fun with your feline. It's extremely affordable at under $5, and the cylindrical shape makes it easy to roll and squeeze the toy, which is essential for releasing the catnip scent. 

Promising review: "As soon as the first dynamite stick arrived, upon opening it, I IMMEDIATELY realized this was different from virtually every other catnip-filled product and toy I had purchased previously. For one, I could actually SMELL the catnip inside of it. None of my kittens are the kind that I would say typically have 'extreme reactions' to catnip or silvervine. But this? THIS WAS THE OPPOSITE OF THAT — within seconds my female dilute tortie had wrapped her whole body around the dynamite stick and began furiously rubbing it all over herself, while the other three became obsessed with prying it away from her, only to do the exact same thing themselves once they had it wrapped within their paws. I quickly realized that this might be one of the top 5 toys I've ever found for these little monsters. Quick like a bunny, I went back to Amazon to purchase FOUR MORE STICKS because I know, eventually, the catnip inside them will have been expended of its utility...but at just over $3 per stick I can EASILY justify purchasing more of them and keeping them on standby for when the first one eventually burns out 😇." —Jenna M

A catnip wall mount with four different-flavored balls for them to play with and discover which is their favorite — basically like a flight for kitties. They'll have fun investigating each flavor (and you'll appreciate not having to vacuum up loose catnip that's been strewn all over the floor). It's flavored with cat sugar, catnip, silvervine, and gall fruit, respectively. Many reviewers said their elderly/senior cats with limited mobility or declining eyesight really enjoyed the sensation of rubbing their face on this and licking it. 🥺

Promising reviews: "My cats absolutely LOVE this toy! I really like that it adheres to wherever you want to put it, PLUS it is a no-mess catnip/treat option for your furry babies! I bought two and WILL be getting more soon, I love them that much! HIGHLY recommend this product and this seller!!!!! Seller is also really sweet and is quick to respond to emails, should you have any questions! You don't find customer service like this anymore, THE BEST!!!" —Pumphrey 

"My elderly cat turns into a kitten around this! She has very bad arthritis (treating with pain meds) and is not very active, but rolls around kicking her feet and rubbing on the silvervine balls. It brings her happiness, and I am grateful." —Kate Steenberg

Get it from Amazon for $9.98 (also available as standalones without the board).

A pack of Hot Cat catnip "sausages" that may put an end to your search for the best catnip toy if you feel like you've tried everything on the market. They're a little splurgier, but reviewers swear by them — enough that they've bought them repeatedly over decades. (How many cat toys can you say that about??) Each Hot Cat toy is stuffed with a half-cup of high-quality catnip leaves and flowers that are organically grown in the Pacific Northwest. And these are wrapped in sturdy denim that can withstand your cat's mauling. 

Promising review: "I've lived with cats all my 50+ years, and this is the only catnip toy I ever feel the need to buy any more. They will get chewed on, pounced and beaten up daily for MONTHS and still attract a cat's interest. They can be lost under furniture for years and still get a reaction when you finally locate them. The constant attention from your cat will eventually turn it into a limp, stained, often soggy thing you'd rather not pick up, but your cat will stay fascinated until it's about half empty. I try to replace them sooner than that just because it's so much fun to watch my cat with a new one. One Hot Cat lasts 3–4 months here, with just one cat abusing it. When I had several cats I would give each a new one, and they tended to stick to their own toy." —Numenaster

Get the set of four from Amazon for $29.95. 

A Kong refillable catnip turtle with a spacious pouch that you can stuff with fresh catnip (it comes with a vial of it to get you started). Unlike some toys where cats can very easily break it open and create a mess of catnip everywhere, this one's designed with a sturdy flap closure that folds in to completely secure and conceal the catnip. 

I own this lil' turtle myself and my cats absolutely love it! Even after biting at it and roughly tossing it around, they haven't been able to open it up and access any of the ~herbs~ inside. 

Promising review: "I have several cats and have tried every refillable item. They are not good. The pouch too small, and catnip falls out. Kong is the only one that has ample room. My cats love them. Their favorites are the beaver and sea turtle." —Barbara

Get it from Chewy for $5.99 (also available in three other animal styles).

Soft catnip-infused felt balls that come in a set, so there's plenty to go around if you have several kitties! They come with a "charging tin" so that when your kitties start to lose interest, you can just put the balls back in for a few hours to absorb more catnip — that way, they'll be good as new for the next energetic play session.

I love these little felt ball toys! My cats are both suckers for balls that they can bat around, and the catnip only makes these all the more enticing. The refill tin is a genius design. I just recommend storing it out of reach of your babies, because one morning I woke up to catnip scattered all over my floor — Chicho had broken into the tin and ripped the bag. Pair this with a good toy stopper so they won't disappear underneath all your furniture, and you'll have a reliable (and pretty!) toy that should last a long time. 

Simply B Vermont is a small business located in, you guessed it, Vermont. They make all kinds of adorable pet accessories and toys for cats AND dogs.

Get a set from Simply B Vermont on Etsy for $17.50 (available in three styles; catnip refills also available).

A pair of realistic snake toys filled with crinkle paper and high-quality, organic catnip that'll awaken your cat's deepest predator instincts and encourage them to pounce on these faux reptiles. Just don't show these to Rob from Love Island.

Promising review: "Great for high-energy hunters. My cat has had these for months and they're still a favorite. The size is realistic, it crinkles all the way down the length, and it's great for solo or interactive play. They hold up well to rough bites and bunny kicks." —Evan Garland

Get two snake toys from Amazon for $9.98. 

Textured dental chew toys with catnip so you can sneak some good oral hygiene practices into their playtime (shh, they'll never know). The textured mesh can help remove buildup on their teeth as they bite and chew on the toy, and of course, the catnip inside makes the whole experience even more enticing...compared to you coming at them head-on with a toothbrush. (That's not to say you shouldn't brush their teeth!! But hey, every little bit helps.)

Promising review: "I have a very active cat who needs to 'hunt' constantly, and he is *obsessed* with his strawbabies. They’re the perfect size (like a mouse) and are the only toy he will entertain himself with for hours — carrying them around, tossing them, chasing them, shoving them under things, etc. He’s had them for a month now and the novelty hasn’t worn off." —MO

Get a set of three strawberry toys from Amazon for $6.49 (available in a variety of styles).

A pack of interactive chirping cat toys that come with a potent blend of catnip and silvervine you can place inside to immediately draw your cat's attention. These mimic animal sounds so your cat can channel the hunting instincts of their ancestors and stalk, bite, and wrestle them to their heart's content. The sounds are activated by touch for a more lifelike experience. 

Promising review: "We'll be purchasing again! Our cats love these! Both cats will chase after them, and one will even retrieve the ball and bring it back to you to throw again. He hasn't done that in a long time. They love the sounds they make when you throw them! Great idea and a great toy! Thanks!!! : )" —Randy Garner

A large cotton swab–shaped toy if you've ever found your silly feline batting around a used one you dropped on the floor two days prior — it's always the random trash they seem to obsess over, isn't it? This crochet version is safer for them to play with (plus it won't have any leftover earwax on it), and you can have it laced with pure, organic catnip or a blend that also includes valerian, silvervine, lemongrass, or honeysuckle to be extra appealing. Heads up: This is way bigger than a regular cotton swab! It's about 6 inches long, so the perfect size for a kicker toy.

Legendary Pet Toys is a US-based small biz that specializes in catnip toys, plus catnip alternatives and catnip-free options.

Promising reviews: "My cat loves taking Q-tips out of the trash but this has been a wonderful alternative!" —Kirstin Mardones

"My 2-year-old cat loves this. They’re a bit bigger than I thought but he loves playing kicker with it. These are too big to fit under the oven so that's a plus!!! Such a cute idea and unique." —theclarekash

Get it from Legendary Pet Toys on Etsy for $7+ (available in four colors and five catnip options).

A pack of stylish black and white toy fish that won't clash with your modern aesthetic — you might even be tempted to keep them scattered around the room for ~flair~ instead of shoving them away before guests arrive. They're pretty durable, covered in a cotton canvas with felt details that can withstand your cat's frantic biting and kicking. The crinkly paper filling, silver bells, and pom attachments add even more fun.

Promising review: "Perfect to place in little nooks and crannies for cats to discover and bat around or carry in their mouth. Satisfaction for the pom lover and the gnawing of felt. Solid design and squeaks less. Good value." —d. sciarro

Get the set of three from Amazon for $11.99.

A six-pack of Meowijuana catnip "joints," which are literally just rolls of high-potency catnip your cat can bat at, toss around, or, IDK, lounge around with one in their mouth while watching cat TV (sounds like a good night to me). This particular set also comes with a canister of their Meowi Waui loose catnip, which you can sprinkle on any old toys they've gotten tired of to grab their interest again. 

This is 100% natural, USA-grown catnip without any harmful ingredients. Meowijuana is a small biz, and you can check out more of their popular catnip blends on their store page!

Promising review: "This is definitely some great stuff for your furry felines. It's fun to watch them. Each of my cats has a different reaction. It's also very good for their digestion and keeps them happy/entertained/playful/high." —MNMB

Get the Meowi-Waui bundle from Amazon for $19.99.

A felt "fortune cookie" cat toy they'll love almost as much as you love Chinese takeout on a Friday night. I don't need to see what's written inside to predict lots of rambunctious playtime in their future. 

Modern Beast is a small biz based in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, that makes adorable felt pet toys and other accessories, like leashes and collars.

Get the "Blame it on the dog" style from Modern Beast for $12. And check out the other "fortune" options: "You will miss the litter box," "You will catch the mouse," and (my favorite) "The time is right to shred the couch" — you can pick the one that best describes your kitty.

A llama toy with a variety of textures (from the fluffy fleece body to the stringy legs and arms), crinkle sounds, and, of course, potent catnip to activate all their senses. There's a 50/50 chance they'll either try to rip it to shreds or treat it like a baby, carrying it all around the house and napping with it — either way, it's feline happiness in one cute, floppy lil' body. 

Promising review: "I bought this on a whim and apparently that was the right choice because my cat has appointed herself the official guardian of this llama. The crinkle sound gets her attention, and the catnip keeps her in ‘do not disturb’ mode. It’s held up surprisingly well considering she kicks and bites at it like it insulted her ancestors." —Niya Tried It

A refillable catnip mat if your cat isn't the type to be bouncing off the walls over a toy, but does like their rub their face on things and roll around on the ground. This toy might seem simplistic, but it's actually pretty genius since you can easily refresh the catnip inside as needed. It'll probably become both their favorite plaything and snooze spot.

The 9-by-9-inch mats come from 3 Kitties and 2 Humans, a Willowick, Ohio-based shop with all sorts of cat goodies.

Promising review: "My cat LOOOOVESSS this genius product. (: She’s an odd one and doesn’t play much, catnip or not, but she does snooze around pretty much all the time so this is perfect! She won’t give it up! Shipped super fast, super soft fabric, great quality! I definitely recommend! (:" —BreAhnna Stephens

Get it from 3 Kitties and 2 Humans on Etsy for $8 (available in a variety of colors/prints).

A pair of squeaky mice if you want to create the live-action version of Tom and Jerry inside your home. These little critters have electronic sound modules inside that mimic live mice, which is sure to drive your cat wild (if the catnip isn't enough to do it). 

Promising review: "I have an 8-year-old kitty who prefers to sleep over just about anything besides eating. She went [wild]. The squeaking noise is just subtle enough that it isn't annoying at all, and half the time it's quiet enough that she's the only one who hears it. My almost senior kitty was playing like a kitten again, rolling all over on her back, tossing the toy around, just having a ball." —Lindsay N.

Get the set of two from Amazon for $9.99.

A wacky, wavy inflatable tube guy toy — oh hey, look, it's everyone's favorite car dealership icon in the form of a catnip kicker! Adults love him, kids love him, and now even your cat will fall in love with this groovy dude. He's stuffed with catnip, but not *so* stuffed that he won't flop around when your cat is going to town on him with their teeth and feet.

(BTW, if you want to match your cat, they make a desk-size, battery-operated version of this for humans — a perfect office buddy. 👀)

Meowy Janes is a New Jersey-based small business run by a husband-and-wife duo who design, create, and ship all of their products themselves. They specialize in all-natural catnip and alternatives like these silvervine and matatabi chew sticks.

A Frisco feathered bird teaser wand for your kitty who really wants you to be involved in playtime. 🥺 This cute lil' bird has all the features to make them go wild: feathers, a crinkle body, and a long ribboned tail for them to bat at. It's attached to an 18.5-inch rod with a 22-inch string, so you can tease them until they're jumping, twisting, and chasing you all around your home. A little kitty cardio, coming right up!

Promising review: "Cat will chase this forever. When he gets tired, he chomps down on it and it’s tug of war! It’s the toy he picks up and brings to me when he wants to play. I’ve had to buy it several times over the past five years." —Donna

Get it from Chewy for $5.99 (available in two colors). 

A cardboard box with refill scratch pads because it is a truth universally acknowledged that a single cat in possession of a good box and piece of cardboard will be absolutely thrilled about it. Sprinkle on some of the included catnip, and this'll be their new fave spot for scratching, napping, and just generally ~hanging out~ (instead of your expensive furniture).

BuzzFeed Shopping writer Courtney Lynch swears by this: "Listen up, people. If your cat loves to take their scratching habit out on your furniture, you absolutely *need* one of these in your home. They're especially great for kitties who automatically take up residence in any cardboard box you bring into the house. 😆 (iykyk). These last a really long time, so you only need to buy 'em every few months — maybe more often in a multi-cat household. It comes with a box, three scratching pad refills, and three small bags of catnip. The scratching pads are reversible, so you can flip it over once the first side is destroyed and get more use out of it. I keep one of these in the living room and one in my bedroom and my cat has no interest in scratching anything else now. Also, she loves these so much that she'll often end up taking a little snooze inside of the box!"

Get the set with three refill pads from Amazon for $17.97.

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