The Best DIY Cat Running Wheel On A Budget/Inexpensive/Cheap/Easy

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How to make a DIY cat exercise running wheel with open sides. Only cost $34 to make and is 4 feet wide! Best cat wheel you can make for the money!
Check out my new updated cat wheel. Better base on it and made from corrugated plastic.
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Here are the links to what I used.
Foam Poster Board: amzn.to/3ebwEcm
Spray Glue: amzn.to/36nO9na
Low Temp Glue Gun: amzn.to/2TvSfED
2" Catser Wheels: amzn.to/3cUG6Rr
Duck Tape: amzn.to/3cQLapM
Door Mat: amzn.to/3cWcsv2

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  • @CatToyLady
    @CatToyLady3 жыл бұрын

    Sorry to those that wanted to see it in action, this toy was donated right after being made. My fat cat would only use it if I held chicken up, and my others- have congestion heart failure and the other is 14 years old. This isn’t really the toy for them. I do not personally know the person that took it home, but am working on seeing if they can make a video for me. Check out my newest wheel video. It has an improved base, video of cats using it, and is made of corrugated plastic. kzread.info/dash/bejne/mYF8t7hwXcKqlaQ.html

  • @hiitshannah4402

    @hiitshannah4402

    3 жыл бұрын

    Did you ever get a reply? I would love to see it work! I actually want to try this!

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi, It's Hannah unfortunately no, but I have another idea I’m working on and I will make sure this time I take it to an open room cat shelter where I can get the video myself.

  • @BuddhaFang

    @BuddhaFang

    3 жыл бұрын

    Cat Toy Lady yes please! ❤️

  • @anitacologiel9649

    @anitacologiel9649

    3 жыл бұрын

    It would be great if I could cut the foam board with my cricut maker.

  • @silkyjohnson4519

    @silkyjohnson4519

    3 жыл бұрын

    You should sell these for 100 bucks and undercut the one cat or whatever its called

  • @lucaschristner1731
    @lucaschristner17313 жыл бұрын

    If this is really a sustainable solution, then god bless you. I've been looking around briefly and these things are all sold for hundreds of dollars minimum. Even some cardboard ones I've found online are like $600. It's insane. There's a special place in heaven for youtubers that show us how to make cheaper versions of expensive things.

  • @MM-rg5mk

    @MM-rg5mk

    3 жыл бұрын

    A flimsy construction made of foam is anything but sustainable.

  • @shamalamadingleberry7203

    @shamalamadingleberry7203

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@MM-rg5mk Also having carpet is dangerous for the cats to run on, their nails can get caught and do some damage.

  • @L0wSkiller

    @L0wSkiller

    4 ай бұрын

    Hey can you give me an update on the cat treadmill? Id love to hear how it went for you / how long they last 😻

  • @DeadGirl-oz3vl

    @DeadGirl-oz3vl

    Ай бұрын

    They have them on Temu for under 100 bucks😃

  • @rebeccas5857
    @rebeccas58573 жыл бұрын

    With no mistakes this video calls for: 12 pieces foam board 3 rolls duct tape (2 white and one for temp marking) 4 caster wheels Spray glue Low temp glue gun/glue sticks Scrap wood/screws 3 Floor mats 1 roll of wrapping paper

  • @Shayysierra

    @Shayysierra

    2 жыл бұрын

    thanks 🙏🏼

  • @mothman1856

    @mothman1856

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @a.k.7116

    @a.k.7116

    5 ай бұрын

    Thank you. And then what? Step by step

  • @tarialorehand

    @tarialorehand

    Ай бұрын

    @@a.k.7116 cut piece, line them up, tape them down, wash, rinse, repeat :) Just teasing.

  • @bstarbuck6809
    @bstarbuck6809 Жыл бұрын

    First I'd like to say thank you so much for creating this tutorial and the video. I just spent the past 2 days building it and thought it might be helpful to say a few words about my experience for others interested in doing this build. My biggest tip would be don't use dollar store duct tape, I bought 3 rolls and unloaded 2 of them onto this bad boy, it worked great for a few hours but by the end of the night/ next morning, 80% of it had lifted causing some pretty key areas to separate. I realized I had some gorilla tape and retapped the wheel and it held like expected. Second, yes the wrapping paper looks great and covers all of the tape work, but it will quickly get destroyed mainly on the area where the wheels touch it or on the sides where your cat decides to bear hug it mid-run, it will come off and come off quickly. I used gorilla glue spray because my dollar store didn't have spray glue and it peeled right off. Also if you have any cats in your house that enjoy shredding paper they will enjoy helping the paper come off. I would just pass on the paper decor and save some time. I spent time making sure my arch for the base and my wheels were correctly placed making sure to have that finger width gap on all sides. It ran okay when I was testing it out with my hands but once a cat was added into the mix sides would rub and now there are skid marks lining the wheel. I think a lot of it has to do with the areas where the dollar store duct tape released causing areas to expand and thus rub while spinning with the added weight. Unless I really messed some measurements up this wheel is not meant for speed. I would suggest buying a single brick while you are at the hardware store picking up your caster wheels to place in the base and help weigh it down. I have to supervise and make sure the thing doesn't tip over and stays running relatively smoothly. However, it is getting pretty beat up and worn out quickly and it's only been in use for a day. This is a great build if you have a kitten, a slow-moving chonker, or just want to see if your cats would have any interest in a wheel.

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing. My newest wheel I used the same design, but used corrugated plastic sheets from Home Depot. It’s lasted over a year now and my son and husky both had used it.

  • @a.k.7116

    @a.k.7116

    5 ай бұрын

    My cat is 9 years old. I wonder if I could get him to move, lol

  • @NoflectioN

    @NoflectioN

    Ай бұрын

    Castor wheels?! Yall must not have any husbands around. You want skateboard or inline skate wheels> smooth bearing. How much effort does it take to get a shopping cart to roll? That's what your asking a cat to do with this! It's one thing to make a "model" of a "exercise wheel." it's another thing to duplicate and create a functioning "exercise wheel". ...all Slapped together with duct tape glue hopes and dreams. Let's make one out of paper mache next

  • @DeadGirl-oz3vl

    @DeadGirl-oz3vl

    Ай бұрын

    ​@@NoflectioNomg thanks for the tip! I have a pair of skates that I busted my ass on because the wheels move alot faster than the ones from my youth 😂😂 Those wheels would be perfect since I'm not going to be using them🤭

  • @ritawashere5787
    @ritawashere57874 жыл бұрын

    I Googled it $499, some 1,000 dollars. The cheapest one was 200! Your cats must love their mommy!

  • @dejacavu6259

    @dejacavu6259

    3 жыл бұрын

    Adorable for kittens. My cat is a 26 lb Polydactyl (27 toes) Maine coon Panther ! hahaha

  • @scootermom1791

    @scootermom1791

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@dejacavu6259 Wow! Huge "baby". Lol I say the bigger, the better. There's more to love after all. 🙂

  • @ritawashere5787
    @ritawashere57874 жыл бұрын

    I seriously can't get over how amazing this is! For crying out loud you're an architect! ❤️

  • @JenniferCatMomma
    @JenniferCatMomma2 жыл бұрын

    I'd love to see a cat running on this wheel, it's a great design. Maybe kittens wouldn't have a problem, but adult kitties are heavier and I worry that them inside of it, running will #1: make the wheels carve into the foam & #2: make the wheel stop turning. But you are the absolute best teacher, I love how detailed you are 🐈🐾

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    2 жыл бұрын

    I used this same design on my newest wheel, just made with corrugated plastic sheets. My new cats have been using it for months. The video does show them using it too.

  • @griffle23
    @griffle233 жыл бұрын

    I just got scammed trying to buy a cat wheel, thanks for sharing this, i wanted one for my cats 7th birthday. Totally crushed 😑 this makes me very excited, and it will be more personal. Your amazing.

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    3 жыл бұрын

    I would love to hear how it turn out and give your kitty a happy birthday “boop” for me!

  • @parkers7009

    @parkers7009

    3 жыл бұрын

    i did too😒

  • @scootermom1791

    @scootermom1791

    3 жыл бұрын

    That's so sad! I feel so bad for you. I hope you were able to get back your money somehow. 😕😕😕

  • @jamiehyde2417
    @jamiehyde24173 жыл бұрын

    I am going to make this as a template for my carpenter dad to use for plywood omg this is awesome.

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    3 жыл бұрын

    Would love to see it when it’s done!

  • @roselynurriola1556

    @roselynurriola1556

    3 жыл бұрын

    Me too!

  • @scootermom1791

    @scootermom1791

    3 жыл бұрын

    Did your dad make this for you?

  • @Mr.Grumbdy
    @Mr.Grumbdy2 жыл бұрын

    I'm adding a second comment : You are blessed with fabrication skills and I'm going to make a cat wheel according to your video instructions and then I'll bless my friends kitties with the cat wheel. Thank you for your demo. I'm 58 years old and I have been learning how to weld and your fabrication video will actually help me when I make things out of metal. Obviously I'll be making cat wheel with your recommended materials , not metal.

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    2 жыл бұрын

    I would love to see how it turns out!

  • @ShieAyla
    @ShieAyla3 жыл бұрын

    I know this is sized for a cat, but I'm downsizing this for my rats. A 16" wheel for them is over $100. I'll probably be using a bucket and wood as it won't need to be this big. Thanks for the ideas!

  • @crystinahborker7458

    @crystinahborker7458

    2 жыл бұрын

    plz share how it turned out! i wanna make one for my folk's pet squirrel.

  • @jennacat13
    @jennacat133 жыл бұрын

    I would love to see a cat walking on it

  • @madisonmurillo5839
    @madisonmurillo58392 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this idea I've been looking all over for Cat Wheels and you're pretty much just getting scammed with how much money it is and this idea is brilliant because a lot of cat owners wanting a cat wheels for their cats thank you so much I tried it didn't turn out as well as yours but my cat still love it!

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    2 жыл бұрын

    ˜Please check out the latest wheel I’ve made, its more durable than this one, and constructed just slightly differently. I like it more!

  • @nickyphoenix2470

    @nickyphoenix2470

    2 жыл бұрын

    That’s so true , they are a ridiculous amount of money to buy new.. it’s obscene

  • @Road_Rash
    @Road_Rash2 жыл бұрын

    This might be easier if you make one arc, cut it out & use that as a template to mark all the other arcs...this will save a lot of time moving the board around...contact paper could also be used instead of wrapping paper to eliminate the spray adhesive...I think I may make one of these for my 2...cheapest I found so far is still pushing $300...they won't know the difference...

  • @furryplantsandcoins9070
    @furryplantsandcoins90703 жыл бұрын

    I'm so wanting to make this!! My cat needs this for sure!!💕

  • @shannsimms9072
    @shannsimms90722 жыл бұрын

    I was incredibly lucky and got a huge beautiful cat wheel for free!! A lovely couple in my neighborhood had got it for their cats who had no interest in it and they posted in in our neighborhood "buy nothing" fb page". I was SOO excited but of course my chunky diva of a feline had zero interest in it. But my aunt who has 7 cats 3 of which were still kittens at the time and they LOVED it! It really just made my heart light up seeing those goofy kittens play on it. This was about two years ago and those goofy cats still love playing on it to this day!!!

  • @CatToyLady
    @CatToyLady2 жыл бұрын

    Check out my newest wheel video. It has an improved base, video of cats using it, and is made of corrugated plastic. kzread.info/dash/bejne/mYF8t7hwXcKqlaQ.html

  • @snaznnie

    @snaznnie

    2 жыл бұрын

    Try peeling the wrapping paper, normally it should peel to reveal a sticky side so you don't have to buy glue. Other wise thank you for the video, I'll be giving this a go :]

  • @tawumpas

    @tawumpas

    2 жыл бұрын

    Put the cat on it, please! Lol link me when you do 🔗

  • @Teddietonbear23
    @Teddietonbear234 жыл бұрын

    You are brilliant and well done on making your wheel. Hope your cat enjoyed it , I’m gonna give it a go. Thank you xx

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    4 жыл бұрын

    I would love to hear how it goes, I think I will be donating mine to my favorite cat rescue. And thank you!

  • @ritawashere5787

    @ritawashere5787

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@CatToyLady I'm sorry about that. I've got three cats one is my daughters. She closed on her home so hopefully I can drop them off. He is a destructive little beast. But he is very loving. 😂 let my daughter realize just how awful he can be. It's her turn. I've had him for five years now. But I go on. Since you won't have yours, are you still going to do cat things or sort of morph into other things. I know I asked this very question on another of video. But I can wait until is it Saturday at 2?

  • @ipfmcd
    @ipfmcd3 жыл бұрын

    You’re amazing. I’m gonna give this project a go! Thank-you!

  • @moondoddler370

    @moondoddler370

    2 жыл бұрын

    Did u n how did it work for u did it last?

  • @sashahera5679
    @sashahera56792 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for your very skilled and relaxed explanations …. These wheels are so pricey and I will try making one following your guide. Amazing 😻🌈🥰💙🙏🌈

  • @nostalgic324
    @nostalgic3242 жыл бұрын

    You are really creative! Thank you so much for this idea, I'm gonna try it.

  • @taya8550
    @taya85503 жыл бұрын

    I need to make this. The best DIY ever haha. Those wheels are so expensive plus shipping to sweden😵. And my kitten is so active. I can't thank you enough😻

  • @readi-board
    @readi-board Жыл бұрын

    This is so clever and creative! Thank you for sharing.

  • @ritawashere5787
    @ritawashere57874 жыл бұрын

    At the beginning of the video I was wondering what are the arcs for. And then as I'm watching I saw what you were doing. I can't believe that your mind works like this! It's amazing. How you could visualize this and do it in such a way. ☺️ thank you so much for this. BTW I love foam core board. ☺️ I got a Google how expensive the casters are. I forgot to thank you for the video. Have a beautiful night ️ ❤️ be well. I just subscribed. I can't wait to see what else you got going on. And see the very first wheel you made. I hope you still have that video.

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    4 жыл бұрын

    rita pita thank you so much! I’m flattered by all that you said. I still have a ton of ideas, big and small, and hope you like all that is to come.

  • @Daniel-en7ll
    @Daniel-en7ll4 жыл бұрын

    congrats on 500 and also i love this idea

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @likeitspinkscoob
    @likeitspinkscoob2 жыл бұрын

    I love the way you teach! Thanks!! I just adopted my second cat and he loves to run around. Im hoping to build this for when I cant talk him outside on a harness!

  • @freewaybaby
    @freewaybaby4 жыл бұрын

    What a great job you did, and with foam board! That is WAY outta’ my skill level; just laying out the pieces had smoke coming out of my ears! LOL. If you aren’t already, you should get sponsorship from a foam board company!! ❣️

  • @jamesharris9352
    @jamesharris9352 Жыл бұрын

    CRAZY AMAZING BUILD! ❤️ 😺 AWESOME JOB CAT TOY LADY! 😁👍

  • @yoga.m.d
    @yoga.m.d11 ай бұрын

    Wow this looks doable, and your explanations are easy to follow with little room mistakes.

  • @neilburns6118
    @neilburns61183 жыл бұрын

    Did I say how AWESOME this video was and how brilliant the whole project is. I am definitely going to make one if it costs as low as what you state it did for you. Might need to buy a few other bits though like cutting board etc.

  • @premasubramaniam2489
    @premasubramaniam24892 жыл бұрын

    You are such brilliant lady.God bless your family

  • @AldoHam
    @AldoHam3 жыл бұрын

    been looking at cat wheels for a while now and i dont have 2 to 300 to buy one then i came across this nd think your style of presentaion is just incrrebiblei loved watchiing your video and so cant wait to try making my kittys a wheel now thank you so much and i wish you you loads of luck getting subs rest asured yoou have one in me for sure your awesome looking forward to watching your other videos now

  • @kendra2649
    @kendra26493 жыл бұрын

    Freaking amazing! I love it!

  • @angelleighjohanson1855
    @angelleighjohanson18559 ай бұрын

    WOW! This is amazing! Thank You ❤

  • @aditichaudhury4834
    @aditichaudhury48343 жыл бұрын

    You are awesome!!!! I'll make it for my 3 cats and send a video to you!!! For so long I've been wanting to gift my babies with a cat wheel❤️❤️

  • @moondoddler370

    @moondoddler370

    2 жыл бұрын

    Did u? I'd love to see video

  • @hrhplease9119
    @hrhplease91192 жыл бұрын

    This was so helpful. Thank you ❣️🥰🕊

  • @traceycarayol
    @traceycarayol Жыл бұрын

    Really clever. Thanks for sharing!

  • @OutdoorsygalO
    @OutdoorsygalO3 жыл бұрын

    That is so much fun! I bet cats would have a ball on that!

  • @BluetheRaccoon
    @BluetheRaccoon2 жыл бұрын

    Not only do I love your project, your dress is beautiful!

  • @specialsmithchick
    @specialsmithchick Жыл бұрын

    I’m so glad I found you!

  • @grandmakellymcdonald
    @grandmakellymcdonald2 жыл бұрын

    How fun! I’ll have to show your channel to my crafty teenager … we only have 3 cats and a big bunch of other animals 💕👵

  • @billinski42
    @billinski42 Жыл бұрын

    Very clever lady. Complete visual and verbal instructions, nothing missed. Ok, it involves time and patience, but if you want to save $200 or more and have spare time it’s worth it. Certainly better than spending a small fortune on something that kitty won’t use. You could of course add a small electric motor, variable speed, for lazy kitty too, just add another 10 to 20 bucks. Well done girl.

  • @pappawheelie9023
    @pappawheelie90232 жыл бұрын

    I was looking for cat wheels, and I found a damn genius lol. Thank you for your content you're the shit. Super cute too ❤️

  • @007balzak
    @007balzak Жыл бұрын

    Brilliant!!

  • @bigmama420
    @bigmama4202 жыл бұрын

    Thank you thank you THANK YOU!!! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @funkmanone
    @funkmanone3 күн бұрын

    You’re awesome and extremely creative. The wheel still needed a little work but I have confidence that you could and would improve it.

  • @Fipes
    @Fipes4 жыл бұрын

    quite interesting how low-buget in can get :) If you are already working with polystyrene, perhaps you could double the floor and fill the space in between with PU foam. I'm very interested in low buget cat wheels, I'm working on a design my self. My material of choice is cardboard and I think most cats will approve that. When cardboard is properly fitted and nested, it can become really stable.

  • @scootermom1791

    @scootermom1791

    3 жыл бұрын

    Are you going to make a video of your design?

  • @Fipes

    @Fipes

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@scootermom1791 Good question, I should probably capture the process on video. Time is the problem. I have many ideas and already made some progress, but the damn time.

  • @scootermom1791

    @scootermom1791

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@Fipes lol I totally understand. I can sometimes come up with creative things and make them, but I clueless about making youtube videos. And, it does require extra time for editing and whatever else is involved. 🙂😉

  • @NothingToNoOneInParticular
    @NothingToNoOneInParticular Жыл бұрын

    Use 4 of the wheels off of a skateboard, better bearings, smoother ride! Started buyong the supplies to make one for my cat! Next month should have all the supplies and be able to start!

  • @MultiLisa10
    @MultiLisa109 ай бұрын

    Very cool!

  • @juliec4750
    @juliec47504 жыл бұрын

    You remind me so much of Kitty from That 70s Show. I just LOVE her (the Mom).

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    4 жыл бұрын

    Love Kitty! And to think I’m this way sober, 😹.

  • @fredHopeBC

    @fredHopeBC

    3 жыл бұрын

    I totally see it. LOL

  • @wiseforce7045
    @wiseforce7045 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for the video but I was wanting to really see the cat use it!

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    Жыл бұрын

    Feel free to check out the newest wheel video, same way to build, but better materials. It does show cats using it and is still being used today by the same cats.

  • @brucetaylor172
    @brucetaylor17211 ай бұрын

    Thank you for remake ,I didn't see first one .lynn

  • @royalorganiclivingfarmlife3755
    @royalorganiclivingfarmlife3755 Жыл бұрын

    Very impressive!! great video, thanks

  • @Radiowecker1933
    @Radiowecker193326 күн бұрын

    you are a genius. seriously

  • @hrhplease9119
    @hrhplease91192 жыл бұрын

    Wish I could give this a million likes thank you👍🏻

  • @divinekatoure2345
    @divinekatoure23453 жыл бұрын

    love your channel!!!

  • @SpookyEmmm
    @SpookyEmmm8 ай бұрын

    Wow, your channel is the best DIY cat project channel… AND ✨any genre✨ DIY channel I’ve ever found! 😻♥️ Thank you for so many great ideas and tutorials! So many tutorials say “super easy and cheap!” But they usually involve advanced tools and a saw, etc. and a husband who does the cutting work (Not to be sexist… It’s just what I see!), none of which I have 😂 You are so wonderful and creative! Thank you again!! 🥰😻♥️

  • @victoriangem
    @victoriangem Жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @michaelunderdog5039
    @michaelunderdog5039 Жыл бұрын

    OMG! You're my Hero! Have you please got a video of a cat using your wheel? I love it. I have a cat and a chihuahua. This is amazing. Thank you! Canine and Feline regards, Michael - Australia

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    Жыл бұрын

    In the pinned comment it talks about what happened to the wheel. I was not able to get the video of a cat on it till it was gone, but in my newest wheel video (same structure, different materials) I show my kittens using it. They still use it a year afterwards too.

  • @michaelunderdog5039

    @michaelunderdog5039

    Жыл бұрын

    @@CatToyLady - Thank You !

  • @Mr.Grumbdy
    @Mr.Grumbdy2 жыл бұрын

    I'd like to add that I sent your KZread channel link to my friend as she's got about 5 or 6 cats in her family.

  • @ritawashere5787
    @ritawashere57874 жыл бұрын

    I shared your video on Pinterest. I hope that's okay. I have been wanting one of these for a couple of years. I've searched a couple years ago to make one. Didn't find anything I could afford to make. I can't believe I didn't find you sooner. I'm so glad I stumbled upon you. I hope me sharing you on Pinterest will help you. Ause I should have found you sooner! Have a beautiful day ❤️ be well

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    4 жыл бұрын

    I love that you shared it! FIY I will be doing a live cat toy and doing a Q&A this Saturday at 2PM EST.

  • @ritawashere5787

    @ritawashere5787

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@CatToyLady thank you hun I will try to hop on. In the past I've done live chats on KZread yet I'm not altogether savvy, so sometimes there was a time delay, it was on my part because I must have not been clicked on correctly. But anyway I will definitely be there. I will for sure share more of your videos. I'm watching the video now of the cat tower.

  • @ChinnoDog
    @ChinnoDog5 ай бұрын

    I love this. I can hear friction noise of the outer foam ring brushing by the base as you turn the wheel though. Any ideas what the easiest way would be to eliminate the noise?

  • @high_fructose_corn_syrup
    @high_fructose_corn_syrup3 жыл бұрын

    Im going to try this, TY!!!! i subbed!!!!

  • @lynnmckinney7376
    @lynnmckinney73766 ай бұрын

    What size foam board do I need? and the thickness? I'd like to make one. Looks fantastic!

  • @deborahb9998
    @deborahb99982 жыл бұрын

    Had no idea that I needed to meet you today. Thank you for your full on best help attitude. My cats thank you. PS if you have never heard of the Sweet Potato Queens - you are a member in waiting

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    2 жыл бұрын

    What is Sweet Potato Queens?

  • @deborahb9998

    @deborahb9998

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@CatToyLady oh honey - please look those ladies up. Book or two and they have a parade. Also smart sassy southern cooking.

  • @dravez
    @dravez2 жыл бұрын

    Very nice and clever. But Im not sure if the foam is going to resist the weight of the cat against the wheels. I would pbbly get stuck after a very light use.

  • @Screenguy3
    @Screenguy3 Жыл бұрын

    Very crafty person. I plan on wiring up a couple of these in tandem with a generator for electric for my cabin. There are several pumas and bobcats in the area that are quite interested in this.

  • @cjsequestrian528
    @cjsequestrian5282 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely brilliant! I'm going to have a go at this! I think my 12 rescue kitties will love it! One question, would you say it's strong and stable enough for a cat that's almost 7kg??

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    2 жыл бұрын

    For bigger babies, I would recommend using corrugated plastic instead of foam board, it holds up very well. My cats are still using the on I made in this video. kzread.info/dash/bejne/mYF8t7hwXcKqlaQ.html

  • @cjsequestrian528

    @cjsequestrian528

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@CatToyLady great, thank you so much 😺

  • @chucksaduck
    @chucksaduck2 жыл бұрын

    I’ve taken in 4 stray kittens who run around like maniacs late at night and early in the morning and I just happen to be sitting on a ton of foam board! When I googled/amazoned cat wheels and it comes up with results for $700 dollars?!?! I was shocked. Thank you so much for the tutorial, we’ll see what I come up with!

  • @gussygoro2469
    @gussygoro24695 ай бұрын

    That’s really super

  • @dionysus2006
    @dionysus20062 жыл бұрын

    Cat Toy Lady, you are a genius 😀

  • @rawmadd7596
    @rawmadd75964 жыл бұрын

    Hi!!!! Thnx for this video!!!! Watching from Argentina 😁 I have 1 question, what size are the foam board panels?

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    4 жыл бұрын

    20 inches by 30 inches and Hello from the United States!

  • @traceybanish2581
    @traceybanish25813 жыл бұрын

    Does anyone see a video of a cat ACTUALLY running on it? Looks amazing .id like to try

  • @kasraz2554
    @kasraz25546 ай бұрын

    Thank you.

  • @cyn7434
    @cyn74348 ай бұрын

    You go girl! Forget those haters ❤❤

  • @kurstendiane
    @kurstendiane Жыл бұрын

    Thank you

  • @CireMystery
    @CireMystery3 жыл бұрын

    I like it but I'd pretty much need to figure out how to reduce friction and the foam rubbing sound when it's moving.

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    3 жыл бұрын

    That sound is more from the paper, it was fairly quite before I added the paper.

  • @marcodilullo8938
    @marcodilullo8938 Жыл бұрын

    great!!!thank you, you are my heroe, greetings from Rome, Italy. :-)

  • @aaronic7817
    @aaronic78172 жыл бұрын

    Whats the thickness of the foam board tho? 3mm?

  • @redchally6080
    @redchally6080 Жыл бұрын

    This is a very detailed, well explained tutorial, how did the foam hold up though? My kitties play rough lol

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    Жыл бұрын

    The pinned comment explains what happened to it, but if you check out the linked video, it’s constructed the same way with even more durable materials.

  • @juliebaxter7152
    @juliebaxter7152 Жыл бұрын

    What about using craft foam (like they use for cosplay) or foam play mats for the inside wheel? Could be a little stiffer

  • @BASCILLICUS
    @BASCILLICUS2 жыл бұрын

    wow!!

  • @Creomortis
    @Creomortis3 жыл бұрын

    Amazing

  • @silkyjohnson4519
    @silkyjohnson45193 жыл бұрын

    This is awseome. Im not that crafty so idk if I could even do it. I would probably make it wrong and it wouldn't work

  • @LynnTaylorProctor
    @LynnTaylorProctor6 ай бұрын

    Do the cat's claws not rip into the foam board?

  • @stbam1965
    @stbam1965 Жыл бұрын

    I'm wondering if it will fall apart within a few uses

  • @hdsheena
    @hdsheena3 жыл бұрын

    Excited to check out your channel!! Did you get any feedback on how well it stood up?

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    3 жыл бұрын

    Not a word. I was never told how well it turned out. A bit frustrating even for me. I’m plan on making another one in the future, but can’t take it yet to the open room shelter till some of the Covid restrictions are lowered.

  • @hdsheena

    @hdsheena

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@CatToyLady look forward to future updates for sure!!

  • @MAINECOONLADY
    @MAINECOONLADY Жыл бұрын

    I have the Fast Cat Exercise Wheel. Wish it was smaller!! Do smaller models exist?

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    Жыл бұрын

    No, if you do not have a kitten, then you do not want to try a smaller wheel. They are made a large size so the spine stays more strait as they run, less chance of injury.

  • @angelafelix8568
    @angelafelix85682 жыл бұрын

    I've attempted the wheel twice they are great, I'm having a little trouble with the base but getting closer 😖😊.

  • @cherylwood9956

    @cherylwood9956

    Жыл бұрын

    Any luck??

  • @Transfurgroomers1
    @Transfurgroomers14 жыл бұрын

    Cool beans!!

  • @specialsmithchick
    @specialsmithchick Жыл бұрын

    I wonder if material, a blanket, or a tarp would be better then paper?

  • @elizamay6402
    @elizamay6402 Жыл бұрын

    Your circles will be stronger /more rigid if you *don't* line up the seams. When building a plywood construction beam, the wood is laminated to ensure cuts do not line up, that way there is no single weak/flex point.

  • @katula91
    @katula913 жыл бұрын

    This is adorable, your character and ingenuity, thankfully such people exist. I am subscribing. I have a question, how smooth does it run, seems to be a little friction there between the wheel and base.

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    3 жыл бұрын

    katula thank you! There is just a little friction but not a ton, I think that’s a good thing. My first wheel I made didn’t have any friction and the cats had problems getting on it sometimes because it moved so easily. I could still make it spin like the wheel on the price is right 😂.

  • @katula91

    @katula91

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanx, I think that would be a good thing too. So cats are using it easily, and gladly, they can easily walk in faster pace and sprint?

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    3 жыл бұрын

    katula sadly my cats only used it if I held a piece of chicken in the air. So I was able see it in action and know it works. I donated it to my favorite rescues, one of the foster moms was going to take it home for further testing.

  • @katula91

    @katula91

    3 жыл бұрын

    That is expected. Nothing unusual, and you'll probably have no peace until you make another one for your kitties to train them further. It's so sweet that you gifted another kitty with it, I wish you all best. I watched 4 diys of this wheel and all are so good, but yours is lightest , simplest and easiest to make and I find it best to work with foamboard; although cardboards and other materials are good too. So pretty thanks for this fabulous idea. But instead of base, maybe you'll find it a challenge to try another solutions, like such that the wheel is suspended in the air, attached to some frame, and rotating from centre...and if you do try and come up with even simpler solution, I will be here waiting to watch. ;)

  • @gailremp8389

    @gailremp8389

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@CatToyLady I have noticed on the fancy dancy ones that they are putting like an indoor outdoor carpeting pieces on the inside for traction. Which sounds like a logical thing to do. So I have to keep watching yours because I'm gonna figure out something to do with these bozos. They're going to get so big they will be bigger than the porch. Ha ha

  • @TheLilman5515
    @TheLilman55153 жыл бұрын

    What were your dimensions for the brackets you made for the casters?

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    3 жыл бұрын

    If I remember right, two 3x4’s that were 4” tall with 5-6” bar in between.

  • @lakiu9729
    @lakiu97293 жыл бұрын

    This’s so cool ! My house doesnt even have enough space for this but i like this Thanks ! Can you make some videos about toys using cardboard ?

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    3 жыл бұрын

    Man NT I’ll work on some cardboard based toys soon for you!

  • @micart79
    @micart793 жыл бұрын

    Again, would love to see the kitties using it at the end of the video. It would inspire me to make it if I see kitties actually enjoying it.

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    3 жыл бұрын

    This toy was donated right after being made, my cat fat cat would only use it if I held chicken up, and my others- have congestion heart failure and the other is 14 years old. This isn’t really the toy for them.

  • @micart79

    @micart79

    3 жыл бұрын

    OK I'm just saying I think it would help you get more views to show cats using the items. Just trying to help you. Thanks for your creativity!

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    3 жыл бұрын

    Budget Pet Mom I appreciate input about the videos, helps me grow! In my early videos I would always show my cats using the toy, and sadly, most people stopped watching at that point. Maybe I’ll start adding in some more of it.

  • @micart79

    @micart79

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yeah just a few seconds of cats showing appreciation for all your hard work lol. Sorry your babies are having health problems. We have 2 exotic Savannah cats and a rescue spoiled tabby. One of mine is highly destructive and chews cardboard and foam and carpet but maybe if I just copy your foam board ideas using thin cheap plywood instead, he'd leave it alone. I may try to make the wheel out of thin plywood. Please make more videos! I'm following and sharing your videos with my crazy exotic cat people too.

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@micart79 I think that plywood would work great! Thanks for sharing!

  • @ritawashere5787
    @ritawashere57874 жыл бұрын

    Hi there lady, sorry to bother you. How did you figure out how large to the wheel? I'm using a scooter board that my grandson got for Christmas. Turned over on its back The turned over on its back The casters are2". Since they are in place I don't want to take it apart. Because it's actually a great base. So I guess really my question is did you decide on the size of the wheel and then fit the base? I know you were moving the wheels around a bit. Do you happen to know how far apart your wheels were? I'm just trying to figure out every which way to come up with the size. Have a great night and if you can help me I so appreciate it. I have shared many of your videos on Pinterest. I hope it helps! ❤️ be well My next plan is to make the climbing table I think is what she called it. But I'm going to insert the bowl that you used on the UFO. Obviously I'm not very good at figuring out mathematics and such, so if you were to make one it would be awesome! ☺️ have a great night.

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    4 жыл бұрын

    The placement of the wheels were based on how high the supports underneath were and I learned (the hard way) to get them as wide as the base will let you put them. If they are not set wide, the wheel wobbles a ton. You will need to elevate with something stable under the wheels to lift them high enough to clear the curvature of the base by at least 1/4 itch, but I wouldn’t go more than 1/2 inch.

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    4 жыл бұрын

    I do have 2 cat trees planned that use the clear bowl in different ways, but the first one will not be made for at least a month. Thank you for sharing too!

  • @ritawashere5787

    @ritawashere5787

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@CatToyLady oh thank you, that is wonderful help. I can't wait till you make your next cat tree. I'm going to wait on mine until you do. Have a great day ❤️ be well

  • @kylaford8338
    @kylaford83382 жыл бұрын

    Was the base on that big enough for an adult cat and was the circular unit heavy enough to stay in place when a full-grown cat was running on it?

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    2 жыл бұрын

    It is, but check out the newest wheel video, My cats have been using it for months now.

  • @OurCatioHome
    @OurCatioHome3 жыл бұрын

    As I was watching, I too was wondering if you were an engineer or architect. Sorry to hear about your senior kitties poor health. They have a smart pet parent who will help in advanced care.

  • @jeneclark7724
    @jeneclark77243 жыл бұрын

    Can you use other glue besides low temp glue? Like super glue?

  • @CatToyLady

    @CatToyLady

    3 жыл бұрын

    Super glue melts foam. You can find glues for foam board, they do take a bit longer to dry, just try to find one that says it’s non toxic when it dries

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