Refillable catnip toy

Abstract

A catnip-filled toy ( 10 ) for cats which may be caused to roll, spin around, wobble, and slide when manipulated by the paw of a cat. The device ( 10 ) has a central hub ( 12 ) which is convex in shape. Extending horizontally from the central hub ( 12 ) are two hollow reservoirs ( 14 ) which may be filled with catnip ( 24 ). The central hub ( 12 ) and catnip reservoirs ( 14 ) are circular in shape when seen in side elevation from an end view, so as to allow the device to roll freely upon any smooth surface. The catnip reservoirs ( 14 ) have openings ( 20 ) through which the catnip ( 24 ) may be filled, emptied, and refilled and have a plurality of small holes ( 22 ) through which the scent of the catnip ( 24 ) inside may emanate outside. The catnip reservoirs ( 14 ) are attached by screwing together and may be detached by unscrewing. An alternative embodiment may include yarn ( 232 ), feathers, or other soft material extending from and attached to the outer ends of the catnip reservoirs ( 14 ).

What is claimed is:  
     
         1 . A toy for pets comprising 
 a) a central hub which is convex in shape,    b) two reservoirs radiating horizontally from the central hub,    c) said reservoirs each having an inner concavity which can be filled with catnip,    d) said reservoirs having a means of opening and closing to allow filling, emptying, and refilling of said catnip,    e) said reservoirs having a plurality of small holes through which the scent of said catnip may emanate.