A Fun and Enriching Tool for Cats
The Pipolino for indoor cats is a dry food dispenser designed to stimulate natural hunting behavior. Unlike a traditional bowl, this rolling device encourages cats to manipulate it in order to release small portions of kibble gradually.
Indoor cats often experience limited physical and mental stimulation. With food readily available, they exert little effort to eat, which can lead to weight gain, boredom, and behavior issues.
Mimicking Natural Hunting Instincts
In the wild, a cat must hunt 10 to 15 prey per day, spending up to 8–12 hours on this activity. Only about one out of ten attempts is successful. The Pipolino mimics this process, requiring the cat to interact with its environment to access food.
Benefits of the Pipolino
- Reduces boredom: Helps prevent anxiety, aggression, and stress-related behaviors such as inappropriate elimination.
- Increases physical activity: Encourages movement as the cat rolls the Pipolino to retrieve food.
- Prevents blood sugar spikes: Gradual kibble release supports better insulin regulation, helping reduce fat accumulation.
- Supports weight control: Promotes an optimal weight and healthy muscle development.
Tips for Use
- Suitable for cats from 2 months of age.
- Holds up to four days’ worth of food—ideal for weekends.
- Do not roll it yourself to demonstrate; allow the cat to learn independently.
- Remove all other food sources to encourage its use.
- Once the cat is accustomed, reduce the opening size to prolong feeding time.
- Quiet, durable, and furniture-safe.
- Avoid placing it near stairs or ledges where it could roll away.
Adjusting the Difficulty
The number of open holes on the Pipolino determines the difficulty level. Fewer open holes mean the cat must work harder, increasing both physical and mental engagement.
Where to Buy the Pipolino
The Pipolino dry food dispenser is available exclusively through veterinary clinics. For more information, visit the official website: www.pipolino.ca/faq.htm
