For trees: look for trees that are tall (yes, even for the little guy). My tree criteria is something like:
1. 6’ or taller 2. Steady, stable base, 3. Nests where the cat can snooze and where I can put cat beds near the top of the tree 4. Built intelligently so that when the cat climbs to the top, there is a sensible way to get back down without a “crash landing” 5. Sisal wrap near the bottom which can act as a very desirable scratching post 6. Hanging toys on “bingi” cords. This may sound trivial or silly, but I haven’t had a cat yet that didn’t obsess over those.
As far as toys... you have to start with the realization that any kind of toy you buy for him to play with by himself probably is going to be a very occasional interest at best. My cats favorites are little soft bouncing balls and straws. That plus “kicking” toys filled with catnip or valarium.
What are a much much bigger hit to bengals are the interactive hunting toys that requires you to participate in the play. Check out: dabird, flying frenzy, and Neko flies.
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