How to Make Cat Nip ToysCat nip toys are a source of enjoyment for the cats. These toys can be purchased from the market and can be easily made at the home as well. The basic construction of a cat nip toy consists of a pouch in which dried cat nip is filled. The pouch can be of different materials ranging from ordinary cloth to animal skins. If nothing is available, a cat nip toy can be made simply by filling an unused sock with cat nip and sewing its open end.The only skills that you will ever need are sewing and a little practice in drawing patterns that will interest the cat. Start by drawing a shape of a bird or any other animal that might visually attract the cat. Then trace this pattern on a piece of cloth. Next, cut the cloth making sure to kee mangosteen p some extra cloth on the periphery of the outline to allow for sewing. Lastly, the cloth is sewed save for a small opening through which dried catnip is added. After addition of the cat nip, the small opening is also sewed. A refillable pouch can be made by the addition of a flap and Velcro to the opening instead of sewing it permanently. In this way, stale cat nip can be replaced with freshly dried one. Toys also carry choking hazards and cats like children must not be provided with toys with which they can harm themselves accidently. Choking hazard can be due to small buttons, strings or other small pieces that could be torn off the toy. When swallowed, these parts could cause intestinal blockage or choking and will require veterinary intervention.
