TL;DR: The Riley & Rex Plush Fish Catnip Cat Toy is a soft, catnip-filled plush shaped like a fish, made to spark batting, pouncing, and carrying play. It's a good pick for indoor cats who need daily stimulation and enrichment.
Plush toys give indoor cats an outlet for the hunting instincts they'd otherwise use outdoors. This fish-shaped toy pairs a soft body with a catnip fill, so it rewards curiosity the moment a cat sniffs it out.
The lightweight build means your cat can bat it across the floor, carry it in their mouth, or curl up and kick at it — the three behaviours most cats use to "hunt" a toy.
What makes this plush toy different?
- Soft plush fish shape that invites batting, pouncing, and carrying
- Filled with catnip to encourage active engagement
- Lightweight, easy for cats to toss and chase on their own
- Doubles as a kick toy for wrestling and bunny-kick play
- Supports daily enrichment and helps reduce boredom in indoor cats
Specifications
| Attribute |
Value |
| Brand |
Riley & Rex |
| Type |
Plush cat toy |
| Shape |
Fish |
| Fill |
Catnip |
| Best for |
Adult cats, indoor cats |
Who is it for?
This toy suits adult cats and playful kittens who respond to catnip, and it's especially useful for indoor cats who need more active play throughout the day. If your cat likes to carry soft toys around or kick at them with their back legs, a plush fish is a natural fit.
Not every cat reacts to catnip — sensitivity is genetic, and roughly one in three cats doesn't respond. If your cat is in that group, they may still enjoy the plush shape on its own.
How should you use it?
Offer the toy during short, active play sessions — a few minutes of tossing or dragging it along the floor usually triggers a chase. Rotate it with other plush toys every few days so the novelty (and the catnip scent) stays strong.
Store the toy in a sealed bag or container between sessions to keep the catnip aroma fresh for longer. Supervise play and replace the toy if the seams open or the filling becomes exposed.
Looking for more cat toys near me?
If your cat loves this one, they'll likely enjoy the Benko - Catnip Pillow Cat Toy for quieter solo play, or one of the kick-toy favourites like the YEOWWW! - Catnip Banana Cat Toy and the YEOWWW! - Catnip Cigars Cat Toy. Rotating a few plush toys keeps play interesting from week to week.
Available for same-day pickup at our North York, Toronto storefront, or ships Canada-wide.
