Play is an important component of kitten development, and proper play and exercise should be encouraged. Kittens use multiple objects as prey items when they play. This play behavior consists of stalking, pouncing, jumping, biting and clawing. Small objects that can easily be moved with paws and grasped in the mouth or between the feet are often preferred. Avoid objects that are so small that they could be ingested and cause intestinal blockage.
Some kittens like to play with a linear object like string.
This can cause severe intestinal dysfunction if eaten and should only be used under supervision. Avoid playing with your hands as you interact with your kitten. The moving hand can become an appealing play object and attempts at correction could aggravate the situation. Although young kittens may not inflict damage, as it ages and continues to use the owner s body for play, serious injuries can result. Young kittens will often fetch small fleece toys, or bat them across the floor.