Indoor Winter Play Ideas for Cats

September 28, 2026

January’s cooler temps in Apex, North Carolina, keep cats indoors more, sparking cabin fever with those endless stares out frosty windows. Combat the boredom with DIY toys and games that unleash their inner hunter, all while burning energy for better sleep and less scratching. Cool Cats Professional Cat Sitting shares these purr-fect, budget-friendly ideas to keep playtime lively.


DIY Feather Wand Whackers

DIY Feather Wand Whackers

Raid your closet for a broomstick or hanger, tie on ribbons and feathers with string, and voila, instant prey on a pole.​ Dangle it high for jumps or drag it low for pounces, mimicking squirrels they can’t chase outside. Your cat’s wild leaps and swats will have you laughing as they “conquer” the invader. For more information on DIY feather wand toys for cats, click here.


Cardboard Box Mazes

Cardboard Box Mazes

For whatever reason, most cats love cardboard. So, stack empty cardboard boxes into tunnels and rooms, cut peepholes, and hide treats inside for treasure hunts. Additionally, add crinkly pieces of paper inside for bonus noise that amps excitement. Then, watch them zoom through like furry bullets, emerging triumphant with prizes. For more inspiration about cardboard box cat mazes, click here.


Ping Pong Ball Pandemonium

Ping Pong Ball Pandemonium

This one is simple, yet genius! Fill a bathtub or bathtub tray with ping pong balls. Most cats love to bat them endlessly without cleanup mess.​ For variety, freeze treats in ice cubes (cat-safe flavors) and let them “fish” as they melt on cooler days. It’s hypnotic fun: endless chases that tire them out like a full outdoor romp.


Laser Tag Takeover

Laser Tag Takeover

Let Us Keep Your Cat Entertained Happy This Winter​

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September 29, 2026
Talking About How To Make Cats Happy And The Month-Long Holiday That Promotes Cat Happiness The month of September is celebrated by cat lovers everywhere as Happy Cat Month! Never heard of Happy Cat Month? Then you’re in luck because Cool Cats Professional Cat Sitting has you covered! This article will cover everything you need to know about Happy Cats Month, how to celebrate it, and some of the best ways to keep your cat happy. What Is Happy Cat Month? So what is Happy Cat Month? Happy Cat Month is a month-long holiday that aims to inform and educate cat owners about how to make their cats healthy and happy. It’s a common misconception that cats are self-sufficient pets. While most cats do have an independent nature, they are still very social creatures. Cats need lots of love & attention just like any other pet. Happy Cat Month is a friendly and celebratory way to educate people about the welfare, health, and importance of our feline friends.
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September 29, 2026
Covering Two Very Important Pet-Themed Holidays That Focus On Shelter Animals And The Struggles They Face The month of September contains several pet-themed awareness based holidays. Two of the most significant of these holidays are Adopt A Less Adoptable Pet Week and Remember Me Thursday. Both of these holidays are centered around shelter animals and the struggles they face. This article will discuss both of these holidays and offer various ways you can observe them. Adopt A Less Adoptable Pet Week The 3rd week of September is widely celebrated by pet lovers everywhere as Adopt A Less Adoptable Pet Week. This year (2023) Adopt A Less Adoptable Pet Week takes place from September 18th to September 24th. This week-long holiday was founded by PetFinder , an online searchable database of animals that need homes. Additionally, PetFinder also has a directory of nearly 11,000 animal shelters and adoption organizations. These animal shelters and adoption organizations span across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Adopt A Less Adoptable Pet Week was founded to raise public awareness about shelter animals that are often overlooked. Most of these animals are overlooked based solely on appearance. However, just because an animal doesn’t look perfect, doesn’t mean they are not worthy of adoption. Additionally, this also applies to senior pets or pets with special needs. Many people believe it would require too much effort to care for a senior pet or special needs pet. Caring for these types of pets may not be easy, but it is still very rewarding and humbling to do so. Remember Me Thursday Remember Me Thursday occurs every year on the last Thursday of September. This year (2023) it will take place on September 28th. This pet themed awareness based holiday was founded in 2013 by Helen Woodward Animal Center of San Diego . The focus of Remember Me Thursday is to raise awareness about the importance of pet adoption and all of the shelter animals that are in need of a forever home. Remember Me Thursday has made a huge impact in the world since its founding in 2013. More than 190 countries have supported Remember Me Thursday along with over 700 different animal welfare organizations worldwide. Additionally, more than 330 million people have helped spread awareness about Remember Me Thursday across various social media platforms. What started as a pet-themed holiday has now become a worldwide movement to inspire change in shelter animals’ lives.