Why do Servals need special toys?
Serval cats along with every other exotic cat need special toys. A Servals jaw pressure is three times that of a domestic house cat.
Feather toys can be swallowed and often lead to death! You should never leave an exotic cat alone with it’s toy unless its indestructible.
Many toys claim to be indestructible but most are not tested for exotic animals. Kong™ toys that are made for dogs are easy for a Serval to chew on and swallow. Some of the best toys for a Serval are not even meant to be toys! Water bottles that are empty or half full make great toys. Potatoes make an awesome substitute for a tennis ball to play fetch because a Serval can chew a tennis ball apart in a matter of minutes.
Serval cats along with every other exotic cat need special toys. A Servals jaw pressure is three times that of a domestic house cat.
Feather toys can be swallowed and often lead to death! You should never leave an exotic cat alone with it’s toy unless its indestructible.
Many toys claim to be indestructible but most are not tested for exotic animals. Kong™ toys that are made for dogs are easy for a Serval to chew on and swallow. Some of the best toys for a Serval are not even meant to be toys! Water bottles that are empty or half full make great toys. Potatoes make an awesome substitute for a tennis ball to play fetch because a Serval can chew a tennis ball apart in a matter of minutes.