Catit Treat Ball – Simple, Affordable, and Billy‑Approved
Give your cat a fun, healthy eating challenge:
Buy the Catit Treat Ball on Amazon – £4.17 (or £3.97 each when you buy two)
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If your cat tends to inhale their food or beg constantly, slow feeders and puzzle feeders can make a world of difference. They don’t just slow eating — they add mental stimulation and encourage natural hunting behaviours, which can reduce stress and boredom.
The Catit Treat Ball is a classic example. It’s a sturdy plastic sphere with an adjustable opening that dispenses kibble or treats as your cat rolls it around. At KK HQ, it’s Billy’s favourite — easy enough to keep him motivated but still challenging enough to slow him down.
Using the Catit Treat Ball
Filling is straightforward — twist the coloured base to adjust the opening, then drop in dry food or treats through the larger hole. The opening size can be fine‑tuned so food doesn’t just pour out, making it suitable for different kibble sizes.
The ball’s design encourages batting, chasing, and pouncing — turning mealtime into a game. Because the food only releases gradually, it can help with common reasons cats eat too quickly: competition with other pets, calorie/nutrient hunger, boredom or lack of enrichment, and pure enthusiasm for food.
Things to Consider
The main drawback is cleaning. While the plastic is durable, the ball doesn’t split into two halves, so manual cleaning is awkward. You can rinse and shake it out, but fitting a sponge or brush inside is tricky — a quick run through the dishwasher every couple of uses is the easiest method.
Price & UK Availability
Current price: £4.17 (or £3.97 each if you buy two). UK delivery via Amazon.
Buy the Catit Treat Ball on Amazon
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Pros & Cons
- Pros: Affordable; adjustable difficulty; encourages exercise; good for slowing eating; sturdy construction.
- Cons: Doesn’t fully open for cleaning; small kibble may fall out too quickly if the opening is set too wide.
Tip: Add a tiny marker dot near your preferred opening setting for fast, consistent setup.