One Fast Cat Gen 7 Cat Exercise Wheel, White with Gray Felt Pads
By One Fast Cat
At a Glance
$199.00 Chewy Price
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7 Customer Questions
Does this wheel have a locking mechanism that can stop the wheel from rotating when you don't want it to?
Answer by Scott • Apr 23, 2025
No
Is it noisy?
What age cats is this recommended for?
Answer by • Apr 25, 2025
There are three factors to keep in mind when considering the wheel for your cat: energy level, trainability, and age. Energy level: Cats that like to run through the house, climb every surface they can reach, and are constantly looking for ways to play and entertain themselves are considered mid- to high-energy and will take to the wheel most easily. Cats that prefer to sleep most of the day may take longer to train or may not be inclined to use the wheel on their own. Trainability: Curious, playful cats that can be encouraged to do simple tasks (such as jumping on a chair for a treat or with a toy) will be easy to train to the wheel. If your cat has no interest in this kind of play, it may be very hard to get them interested in the wheel. Age: Younger cats typically tend to be more active and curious than older cats, so they're usually more open to investigating the wheel and being trained. It can also be easier to establish the habit of running in them than it would an older cat. However, if your older cat still has plenty of energy and is agreeable to being trained, they can learn to love the wheel just as much as any kitten.
How do you get your cats to use the wheel.
Answer by • Jun 28, 2025
Training is key. Unlike mice, cats don’t have an instinctive urge to run on a wheel and aren’t likely to just hop on and go. Using treats or toys, you’ll want to slowly encourage your cat to approach the wheel, then get on it, and then start walking. You can check out training videos online.
Every cat is unique, and training time will vary depending on their energy level, interest, responsiveness, and the consistency of the training. On average, training typically takes 2-3 weeks for cats that have no prior experience with a wheel. Stubborn or low-energy cats are likely to take longer. For the best chance of success, make sure you can commit to training your cat for about 5-10 minutes each day for at least a few weeks.
