Hand-knitted Octopus Toy with Treat Pouch - Cats for Conservation

A tactile, hand-knitted octopus made for gripping, kicking, and exploring.
Slow play, grounded in texture.

Each piece takes 7 hours to create

Watch a behind-the-scenes reel of how this toy is made by women in Bandipur forest.

Shipping

Ships within 24 hours from our Bangalore store.
Available for pan-India delivery and in-store purchase.

Impact: Cats for Conservation

This piece is made by indigenous women artisans living in the buffer zones of Bandipur forest, trained and supported by the Mariamma Charitable Trust.

Your purchase directly supports:

• Sustainable livelihoods for women from forest-edge communities

• Ongoing work in wildlife protection and tiger conservation in Bandipur

• Craft practices rooted in skill, dignity, and slow making

Every object in this collection carries both care for cats and care for the landscape they come from.

Details

• Size: 7 × 12 in
• Weight: ~400 g
• Material: Recycled cotton yarn
• Catnip: No
• Play style: Wrestling, kicking, solo play
• Packaging: Plastic-free and intentionally minimal. Wrapped in kraft paper, placed in a reusable cloth pouch, and packed in a cardboard sleeve. No unnecessary labels.

How Cats Use This

The multiple arms offer resistance and movement, making the octopus ideal for wrestling and back-leg kicking. A hidden pouch at the base of the head allows treats to be tucked in, encouraging problem-solving and extended engagement.

Semi-firm and grounding, it suits cats who enjoy slower, more physical play.

Craft & Materials

Hand-knitted using recycled cotton yarn. Each piece carries subtle differences in tension and form, a natural result of slow, manual making.

Care & Longevity

• Spot clean or hand wash the toy portion

• Air dry before reuse

• Store indoors when not in use