My cat loves laser pointers. Can they cause stress or anxiety?

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Hello. I have two cats. One likes to play with balls and chase small toys; whereas the other one only likes to play with pointers. I have read some opinions against this way to entertain the cats because they argue that it can stress the animals and generate anxiety when they don't receive rewards for their actions. I would like to hear an authorized opinion. Thanks! Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 1 year and 6 months old | 11 lbs

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

I do not know where this information comes from but cats will just lose interest if they get frustrated. Even got cats it is not always about actually catching something for food, but they enjoy the hunt as such. Do offer your "pointer" kitty a crumpled little paper ball as a toy once in a while...most playful cats love these as they make an interesting noise, can be picked up, carried around, thrown up in the air and chased. Never mind what the internet or other people say, hour kitty will tell you what it likes and what not and no, there won,'t be anxiety.

My cat loves laser pointers. Can they cause stress or anxiety?

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