Because I’ve worked in the pet industry for nearly two decades, my eight indoor cats seem to have acquired more toys than most children. With all the balls, catnip, mice and other goodies strewn about my floors, my cats’ favorite toys always seem to be the ones that I have to “play” with them. Even an active cat like Dexter benefits from toys that are human powered to and engage the kitty hunters inside. Dexter benefits by expending some energy on these toys rather than tormenting his older brothers and sisters. If you have a young, active cat, there’s no better way to burn some of that spunk than with interactive cat toys. Older cats tend to slow down and sleep most of the time and weight problems can occur. If you have older or overweight cats, the best thing you can do is to get them up and jumping for at least 10 minutes a day. Not only will it help to burn some excess calories, but you can have some fun watching your cat jump a little. Interactive cat toys aren’t something that you should leave lying around the house. Keep them hidden in a secret closet where you can bring the toy from for special playtime sessions. The toys with feathers and long string can easily be chewed, so it’s best to only bring them out of hiding when you intend to lead the game. The Feline Flyer is a great toy to get your cats up and jumping. Even older cats can’t resist the birdy flying past and will give a swat. Younger cats show their agility with wild leaps into the air. This toy has …