Review Summary
We give Leaps & Bounds Cat Toys a rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.
Petco makes Leaps & Bounds cat toys. While it makes all sorts of toys, Leaps & Bounds specializes in interactive ones designed to offer mental stimulation to cats. Since these toys are fairly expensive, we’re giving you a thorough review of their quality and durability to help you decide if they are right for your pet.
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- Leaps & Bounds Cat Toys Reviewed
- Pros & Cons
- Recall History
- Reviews of the Best Leaps & Bounds Cat Toys
- What Other Users Are Saying
At a Glance: The Best Leaps & Bounds Cat Toys
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Leaps & Bounds Wiggle Bug Cat Toy |
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Leaps & Bounds Pounce & Play Bell of the Ball |
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Leaps & Bounds Thrill & Chase Jumping Spider |
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Leaps & Bounds Teething Ring Kitten Toy |
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Leaps & Bounds Cat Toys Reviewed
Who Makes Leaps & Bounds and Where Is It Produced?
Leaps and Bound cat toys are made exclusively by Petco and are considered Petco brand toys. Some of the toys are available for purchase on Amazon. Petco also sells pet supplies, food, services, and companion animals in the United States. The company was founded in 1965 and has its headquarters in San Diego, California.
A Quick Look at Leaps & Bounds Cat Toys
- Cats love the toys
- Made from durable materials so cats can’t destroy them
- Not overly loud or disturbing
- Wide variety of options
- Expensive
- Batteries are hard to install in certain toys
- Batteries don’t last long
- Many toys don’t work on carpet
Recall History
To date, there are no documented recalls or injuries from Leaps & Bounds cat toys.
Reviews of the 3 Best Leaps & Bounds Cat Toys
1. Leaps & Bounds Wiggle Bug Cat Toy – Our Favorite
This battery-powered cat toy moves and vibrates to encourage active play and stimulate your cat’s natural hunting instincts. The toy requires two batteries to operate and is best used on flat floors or hard surfaces. It’s made from a rubber material, so it’s quite durable. The Wiggle Bug Cat Toy stands up to scratching, chewing, and pouncing. While it can’t be immersed in water, it is easily wiped off for cleaning.
Unfortunately, the Wiggle Bug doesn’t move much, even on a flat floor. It mostly vibrates in place. It seems to be hit or miss for cats. Some love the toy, while others are scared of it. The batteries last a reasonable amount of time and only require changing every few months, as long as you are diligent about shutting the toy off after playtime is over. However, some customers report that the battery compartment requires an eyeglass repair screwdriver to open and that the batteries are difficult to change out.
- Interactive toy
- Easy to clean
- Batteries last a long time
- Batteries are hard to change
- Some cats are scared of it
- Doesn’t move much
2. Leaps & Bounds Pounce & Play Bell of the Ball
This bumpy-textured bell cat ball is a bell enclosed in a rubber cage frame. It comes in multiple colors to suit your preferences and bounces unpredictably to keep your cat guessing.
The Leaps & Bounds Pounce & Play Bell of the Ball is a great choice if you’re looking for a simple but durable toy for your cat. The rubber outside stands up to extensive amounts of rough play, and the bouncing offers exercise and mental stimulation, as no two play sessions are the same. The price of this toy is reasonable too, so you won’t have to break the bank to get it.
The only complaint is that this ball gets lost easily. Since it bounces in any and every direction, it easily goes under furniture and hides in the most unexpected places.
- Durable
- Offers exercise and mental stimulation
- Inexpensive
- Easy to lose
- Can be noisy
3. Leaps & Bounds Thrill & Chase Jumping Spider
The Thrill & Chase Jumping Spider cat toy encourages your cat’s hunting instincts, like pouncing, chasing, and swatting. This toy is interactive and requires you to play with your cat. The spider moves and jumps by squeezing air into the “bladder” inside the plush toy.
Unfortunately, this toy doesn’t work as well as it should. The balloon won’t expand if there’s even a minor kink in the air hose. Since the hose can’t be disconnected from the toy, it kinks easily if your cat snatches it away from you. Most customers report it being little more than a spider plush for your cat to snuggle with.
- Encourages bonding play between you and your cat
- Promotes exercise without requiring batteries
- Air hose kinks easily
- Doesn’t jump and move as it should
What Other Users Are Saying
- Walmart: “Leaps & Bounds toys are extremely expensive when ordering outside of the Petco website.”
- Petco: “Leaps & Bounds electronic toys don’t stand up the way that they should, and the toys are cheaply made.”
- As pet owners, we always double-check Amazon buyers’ reviews before buying something. You can read these by clicking here.
Conclusion
Overall, we give Leaps & Bounds cat toys a 3.0/5-star rating. The Petco brand has innovative ideas for its toys and a wide range of products that are designed to encourage exercise and mentally stimulate your cat. Unfortunately, most of the products fall short in terms of durability and functionality. Customer reviews indicate that some toys are worth the money, while others aren’t, so it’s important to shop carefully. The Leaps & Bounds interactive and electronic toys in particular seem to be lacking.
