Why this box is the purrfect fit for your kitty
Last updated on August 27th, 2018 at 05:13 pm
When I see the familiar box at my front door, I fumble for my keys and can’t get through the door quickly enough! Then there’s the unboxing, with the excitement of tearing through the crinkly packaging and finding a gorgeous new nail shade or hand cream.
But while trying out my new mascara promising luscious lashes my beauty box of goodies is raided by furry paws and curious whiskers, and lands on the floor. There goes the new eyeshadow being batted like a hockey puck across the bathroom floor. Mmm, I guess it’s time to get the Chirpies their very own subscription box.
“Guys, come on now, find your own box, this is not a toy!” They look at me as if to say “Lady, did you just say a box for us? Does it come with toys, catnip and things to chew? That’s a deal, just no funny hats!”
There is indeed a subscription box specially made for cats filled with an assortment of high-quality toys, treats and innovative new gadgets for kitties of all tastes, whims and fancies. A box that will keep your kitties intrigued with fresh new items each month. KitNipBox is all that and more.
The Chirpies shouted a unani-mouse “yes, we want in, can you hook us up?”
So we were super delighted when we received a free box from KitNipBox to review, how nice!
Disclosure: We received a free KitNipBox to review in exchange for our honest review, but this did not influence our opinions at all. We only share information that we feel is relevant to our readers and is in keeping with our site’s mission. KitNipBox is not responsible for the content of this post and our opinions are our own based on a few weeks of testing by the Chirpy Cats testing team! This post contains affiliate links. Stay tuned until the end for an exciting giveaway you do not want to miss!
Why a box for cats?
Simple Fact: Cats love boxes
Cats love crinkly stuff in boxes
Cats love crinkly stuff with surprise toys in boxes even more!
We like to keep things fresh around here, that is why we keep the cat toys marinating in a catnip infusion that keeps toys going for longer. But sometimes you need a change of scenery. Especially when toys get too old or frayed at the edges by months of numerous beatings from claws and teeth. Then it becomes a health hazard and needs to be tossed out. What better way to keep things new than a fresh supply of goodies for your cats each month. That’s a sweet deal.
In the same way any subscription box introduces you to a new product you would not have otherwise found anywhere else, KitNipBox introduces you and your kitties to innovative cat products you might never come across in stores.
Environment enrichment in a box
Cats are so attuned to their environment and they connect through exploring scent. Offering new toys with different textures enhances this connection and encourages your cats to explore through sniffing, licking, scratching, batting, rubbing, clawing and finally “killing.” Oh how satisfying was the hunt!
What was in the KitNipBox?
When we received our KitNipBox the cats were all over it in seconds, doing what they do best.
1. All For Paws Umbrella Dangler $7 – Made from different fabrics to create textured interest, the cats could not resist the crinkly sounds and small dangling shapes attached to the umbrella.
2. All For Paws Rain Drop Mouse $4 – A Fun pink knitted rain-shaped catnip-filled mouse that’s crafted for durability to endure many paw-batting sessions.
3. LEAP Cloud Wand $6 – No cat can resist a wand toy on a string. Shaped like a cushy blue cloud, your cat will enjoy batting this baby around!
4. Safemade Designer Catnip Mouse $5 – The appeal of this mouse is in the canvas texture, and of course, not forgetting, it’s filled with 10 grams of North American catnip. An added bonus is the strong chew rope tail. Charlie had his eye on this!
5. Purrs ‘N Paws Emoji Cat Pillow $6 – Not only is this a cute and quirky little item but it’s snuggly enough to get quite a lot of attention from one particular Chirpie, Mr. Jack. Stuffed with North American grade-A catnip with a crinkly texture inside this mini cushion is ideal for sun puddle catnaps.
6. Best Pet Cloud Mouse $3 – A simple furry mouse that has become a firm favorite with Scout. This gets transported all over the house and into the catio back and forth, depending on her tortie mood.
7. PureBites Freeze Dried Deboned Minnows – The brothers Ollie and Baggy really enjoyed these and I used it for their clicker training sessions. But each bite is quite large so I first broke them into smaller pieces.
The Cost of a KitNipBox: $19.99 a month for the “Happy Cat” box (5 items per box) and $29.99 a month for the “Multi-Cat” box (7 items per box)
Each month has a theme and this one was ‘rainy weather.’ Oh, we could do with some of that again!
Thank you KitNipBox! Now, where do we begin!?
Ok fellas, this is how you do it. Just climb right in!
Oh my cat! So much to explore! But what is that funny face staring back at me!?
Hey Ollie, this is not the time for playing patty cake. Back to testing the toys okay buddy?
Just a nibble and whisper in Mr. Emoji’s ear to let him know that he’s mine.
What is that sound so crinkly and noisy. I will show him who’s boss with my sharp teeth!
Mr. Jack’s got the emoji pillow and I got the raindrop mouse, paws off!
A catnip mouse! Note to self: Must drool all over you!
Senior blind kitty Earl Grey wants to join the KitNipBox unboxing pawty.
There’s a time for play and a time for snoozies. Mr. Emoji and I shall see you later.
Why we love KitNipBox
Keeps things fresh and relieves boredom in our cats with a rotation of fresh toys availableIntroduces us to new products each month
Give as the purrfect gift or donation to a shelter or friends
The unboxing experience is always fun to watch and is an enrichment exercise in itself.
A portion of their proceeds goes to various animal welfare groups, animal rescues, and TNR efforts.
A sneaky way of keeping them out of YOUR box (or maybe not)
But what do the Chirpy Cats have to say?
Ollie: “If you’re an explorer with an open mind, you will love a monthly surprise like this.”
Mr. Jack: “I love things soft, plush and comfy. I like that the folks at KitNipBox added something just as quirky as I am to suit my goof ball nature. Not only is the smiley emoji right up my alley, but what better way to catch a snooze than on my very own comfy emoji pillow.”
Sly Pie: “My nickname is not Pouncequick for nothing. No mouse stands a chance! But these mouse toys from this cool new box are very tough. I tried killing them on numerous occasions but they’re as good as new.”
About KitNipBox
“KitNipBox is a cat’s best friend!” It’s all the box your cat needs, ok maybe that’s a far stretch! But you get the gist.
Each month their team of kitty experts, lead by Sylvester the Chief Meow Officer, researches the cream of the crop of toys, lovingly boxes them up and brings them to your door. They currently ship to the US, Canada, and Australia. But if you ask them nicely, they may be able to help you out if you’re located elsewhere.
Here’s our coupon code for you to use: CHIRPYCATS. It will take 15% off any new subscriber’s first month!
Since every month’s box is unique, you never know what the theme may be.
Could it be ‘A day out at the beach’?
Could it be ‘Cat Superheroes’?
Or simply ‘A Summer Tea Party’?
There’s one thing that’s certain kitties, I can’t guarantee that it won’t be ‘Cats in Hats!’
How about ordering your first box today, check them out at KitnipBox.
Below is a video of the Chirpies using all the toys! Volume up for the full effect!
Giveaway time!
The Chirpy Cats loved the KitNipBox so much that they decided they would like to give one lucky kitty out there a chance to win a KitNipBox! Awwe Mr. Jack, you’re so kind.
To enter the contest simply leave a blog comment below and fill out the details in the Rafflecopter widget below.
Contest Rules:
The giveaway is open WORLDWIDE but void where prohibited by law. Since the value of the prize is under $100 Quebec residents may enter. One winner will be selected randomly and contacted via email. The winner will have 48 hours to claim their prize. Failure to do so will result in forfeiture of the prize, and a new winner will be randomly selected. The giveaway closes on Sunday, July 22, 2018 at midnight EST.
Whee, that was fun!
Pipo says he is the only kitty here, though we have a doggy, too…
He loves soft toys, with furriness and feathers. Pom-poms are his fave right now.
Thanks for a chance to win a box!
Hi Pipo! Thanks for pouncing by 🙂 We don’t discriminate, the doggy can play with the cat toys too! Fun all round for everyone, good luck!
Toy testing is a team sport in your house 😉
Bear’s always favored a plain ‘ole mousie … and Ellie is Miss Sparkle Ball. Oddly enough, when she loses them, it’s permanent. I don’t know how … but at least 10 sparkle balls have just vanished off the face of the earth thanks to Miss Ellie.
heh heh that’s so funny. You mean to say there is no trace, nada, not even in the deep vortex of the couch?? I’m sure she has a secret stash somewhere and someday you’re going to open a cupboard and all those sparkly balls will come tumbling out MOL.
Looks like a fun-filled toy box! Maybe something for everyone? I’ve got some that love the mousies, some that love the dangly toys, and pretty much all love just about anything catnip! LOL! 😀
Your crew of 7 sounds very much like the Chirpies. xx I’m sure a box like this (the multi-cat box) will take care of every cats’ need in your house! MOL
I have two cats and they love all sorts of toys. They really love puzzles and lasers.
Puzzles are so cool for kitties. Good luck!
I have two cats that love toys that make noise
Our cats also love noise, but not the bell types, mostly the crinkly ones. They absolutely hate the sound of foil for some reason.
Oh gosh, Earl Grey has my heart. I love him so much! This looks like a fun-filled box for any toy-loving cat! We have 5 cats in the house. Most love feather and wand toys. We finally saw Harley playing for the first time! He likes smaller ball type toys or little mousing that he can play soccer with. He’s afraid of the wand toy. Poor fella!
Awe, you go Harley! Our Georgie is somewhat startled by wand toys too. Then again he’s a ground dweller and really more of a mouser.
I have 2 cats. Butters a small tabby colored cat and Taz an orange and white cat. My cats both prefer soft toys such as Pom poms little mice rope toys and stuffed toys
Thanks for entering and good luck to Butter and Taz.
i dont really have any cats, just dogs, however, i enter to donate cat things to safe haven for cats, the local shelter and local pet food bank.
my youngest dog really likes one of the cat toys, where the mouse circles around a cover. i think this is her fav toy
We know that toy, and can see why the dog like it too. It’s one of Sly Pie’s favorites too.
Awe thanks that’s super nice to donate toys to shelters. xx
I’m an only cat and I like interactive toys.
BTW, Charlie, I saw your picture on Pop’s Cat a Day calendar the other day. You’re famous.
Oh and you forgot something, catnip, you like catnip. a lot. MOL
BTW Can you believe the Lady Cat forgot about that calendar entry and now she wants to buy one!
A box with cat stuff?? Sign us up!! We love any toy with nip in it…or with feathers…or that moves…heck, we love all toys!
Zoey, Wallie and Ernie…. we’re right there with ya! We just love it all! heh heh good luck pals!
My cat considers everything a toy. He of course goes crazy for cat nip.. he runs around like a horse.. Catnip mouse is his fav
Heh heh, “runs around like a horse” that must be a sight to see!
Spectacular box. Mum says we can love the toys but only from a distance!
Please tell mum to enter, it’s worldwide!
That looks great. I have 13 cats that would love it.
Yes! I3 cats certainly need their daily entertainment and what better way than toys, toys and toys!!
My cat Lucy loves playing with bottle caps hours of fun
I’m sure they made bottle caps thinking, mmmm cats should find this interesting too! Cats are such stand-up comics! MOL
My cat, Buddy loves toy mice.
One can never go wrong with a toy mouse, wins the day each time! Good luck 🙂
I have 1 cat at my house and 2 cats at my parents house.
Good luck dear! 🙂 Thanks for pouncing by!
Mudpie got to try a Halloween KitNipBox and she loved it!
Awe that Halloween box must have been pawsome!
Well, we currently have five cats (and three dogs) at our house. My daughter’s boyfriend moved to an apartment closer to us (he changed jobs to one closer to us) but found bedbugs so he temporarily moved in here with his two cats. We have three (although one is my daughter’s and will eventually move with her). The oldest, my Moko, has some health issues and has never really been much for playing with toys. My daughter’s cat, Arata, loves catnip toys – especially bunny kickers. My Kotoha especially loves jingly balls but also plays with catnip mice and such. The boyfriend’s cats have joined in with our cats and are playing with the same toys, but also love the ball in the track toy they brought with them. With the additional cats and of course, the stress of the double move for two of them, some nice, new kitty toys would be a godsend to keep them occupied and happy!
It certainly sounds like one big happy kitty family! 🙂 But seriously, I know how stressful it is moving, let alone moving with cats! So it’s amazing that they’re getting along. It’s so nice to read that you would like to ensure that the cats are engaged and happy.
Thanks again for pouncing by, and good luck with the entry. xx
Dear Yasaar,
First of all: congrats with your great blog!
I don’t have a cat yet….but my world will turn upside down next thursday because “Jeanke” will arrive. Jeanke is a tiny British shorthair and we are preparing everything to give him the best welcome. I’ve been doing a lot of research lately and I have noticed that there are as many opinions as cat lovers. 🙂
It’s a quite a challenge to make sure that your cat is going to be happy. And that’s why a guy from Belgium is reading “Chirpy Cats’. It’s a small wordl. 😉
Anyway, I’m counting (J-4).
I wish you a very nice sunday.
Kind regards,
Jan
PS Jeanke = french
Hey there Jan! (Guy from Belgium)
What a sweet comment 🙂 and it sure is a small world.
So glad you took time out of your Sunday to visit my blog and I hope you find more interesting stuff here while you poke around 🙂
Welcome to your new addition and I’m sure Jeanke the British Shorthair will be in good hands and off to a great start in life. Good luck with the entry!
Wow! I’m so happy I came across your blog! It’s amazing! That’s such a pawsome giveaway as well 😍 I love the look of this blog and it’s so easy to read!! I have 2 cats (Milo and Lola) and they love all toys and treats and teddies!! But their favourite toy has to be catnip 💛💛💛 I also follow your lovely Instagram!
Awee your warmed our heart with that kind comment, we appreciate you, and thanks for pouncing by here. Good luck with the entry for Milo and Lola.
Long time follower, first time poster! Thank you for the honest review! With four kits in the house at different ages, it’s hard to keep them all engaged! This box looks great! BTW, we just love the catio!!!
Hey Diana! Yes, we follow the Collins cats on Instagram! 🙂 Thanks for pouncing by and good luck with the entry 🙂 I’m sure the four kits keep you on your toes!
I want to win this box for my cat. I think it’s a great box.
Well good luck to you! Thanks for pouncing by 🙂
Mom and I absolutely enjoyed your review through and through, Chirpies! You sure look very purr-leased with your box of goodies! I got the same one and found the cloud wand to be my fav toy in the box. I give it a good whap or two each day and cuddle with it right before a nap. Winks.
That cloud wand is super cute and we love it still. I can imagine you giving it a good whack or two with your nimble pawsies 🙂
Mr. Jack still likes his emoji pillow but we store the other toys in a tin basket. When they’re in the mood for play they will rummage through the basket looking for the toys MOL.
I have 2 cats. Jayce, a 1 year old black cat, and Keala, a 3 year old tiger mix. Jayce loves anything that has catnip in it – he favors the catnip tea bags. Keala loves plastic spiral toys – not sure what they’re called. LOL.
Thanks for pouncing by! 🙂 I love that Jayce loves catnip tea bags because so does our tortie girl, Scout. Whenever I have my nighttime tea blend she waits as if she’s going to get her own little cup. MOL
I know which spiral toy you’re referring to, I just call it the spring toy, and that is Scout’s favorite too.
Good luck!
I have 1 cat and my parents have 2 cats! I’d love to win this and share.
That’s so nice of you to want to share if you win. The kitties deserve it rigth? 🙂
We would love a toy box with goodies. We both still play though Tyebe has me beat in the play ALL the time department. She doesn’t understand we need sleep too or we’ll look like cwap. hehe
Shoko and Jean
I can just imagine all that play, but glad to know she loves playtime! Good luck with the entry! and thanks for pouncing by!
I have 6 forever foster cats that were not adoptable and 1 that was abandoned in our neighborhood. They are all seniors now, but they still love catnip toys!
Oh I love senior kitties! You must have the happiest lucky bunch of seniors to have you 🙂
Thanks for pouncing by and entering!
My little Bailey loves to play fetch with rubber bands, quite easy to please 🙂
Hi Crystal! So happy Bailey is doing well 🙂 Good luck with the entry!
One cat with the wonderful ball toy.
Our male and female cat just had 4 kittens. So as of now we have six. They play with everything! There is almost one for everything. Of course they love their catnip toys the most!
I have one indoor cat and she is around 10 yrs old she likes to sleep and sleep her favorite toy is something with catnip in it she loves that stuff and it always perks her up
I have one cat but thinking it is time for another fuzzy face. At the moment I am the preferred toy as he grabs at my hand as I type but for the most part my cat likes to bat around catnip toys.
I have one kitty named Ninja! 🙂 She’s a shorthair black & white tuxedo. She loves playing fetch so toys she can easily carry in her mouth are great. Things she has to work for/fish out are also really enticing to her.
Thank you to all who entered and commented! Congrats to the winner, Katherine Kern! I’m sure her kitties will love their surprise coming their way!
Thanks for your post. I have a new kitten. So I want to choose a box for him. In post is useful for me. Thanks again
Great review! It’s good to know that a portion of their proceeds goes to various animal welfare groups. Cheers! 🙂
Thanks for sharing this review.
Subscription boxes are just great! they deliver good value at your doorstep, but be careful they are kind of addictive once you start you can’t stop….