Hobbes, 2009
It began with Calvin and Hobbes.
Two tiny farm kittens arrived in a cardboard box and changed the course of my life - and, years later, inspired the creation of Crafty Cat.
Read the story →Find a game for today, or let Pixel and Shae plan the week.
Explore our growing cat game library, or answer a few gentle questions to create a personalised play plan for your feline companion.
Play plans, officially inspected.By the Crafty Cat office.
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Stories › A life remembered · 10 min
The naughtiest cat in the world
Taiko was a cuddler, a chirper, a loo roll vandal and a highly accomplished marshmallow thief. This is a celebration of the chaos, laughter and love he left behind.
“Long may he be lying in basins and batting sticky marshmallows through eternity.”Continue reading →
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Free tool › Play & enrichment
The Crafty Cat Play Planner
Tell Pixel and Shae a little about your cat and receive one personalised game—or an entire week of feline entertainment.
Shop › Practical guide · 15 page PDF
The Crafty Cat Sitter Pack
Everything your cat sitter needs to know, all in one place, from household essentials to each cat’s routine and visit notes.
Behaviour › Enrichment · 7 min
Why the box always wins over the bed you bought
Safety, warmth, play and the reassuring logic of four cardboard walls.
Behaviour › Enrichment · 8 min
A room with a view
Why a good window seat can add so much to a cat’s day.
Stories › From the archive · 8 min
What the cat dragged in
Forget mice on the doormat: readers recalled frogs, sandwiches, socks, seashells and other extraordinary treasures.
Shop › Free download · 1 page
A simple checklist for care-ready cat homes
Keep essential health details, emergency contacts and everyday arrangements close at hand.
The cat comb Shae tolerates most
Maine Coons need plenty of grooming. Shae would prefer not to discuss it. This is the comb that causes the fewest objections.
Reluctant cat tested · Mostly toleratedRead the full review →
Cats are even better in motion
Behaviour, everyday observations and life with some very characterful cats. Watch the latest videos and subscribe to Crafty Cat on YouTube.
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