Ink Floyd — A Wool Octopus Toy for Cats
Fair Trade · Handmade in Nepal
Ink Floyd — A Wool Octopus Toy for Cats
🏆 Winner of Pet Innovation's Play Object of the Year
A plush felt octopus with eight twisty tentacles, an oversized head for sinking claws into, and a tempting 4-foot tether. Bob it, drag it, tug it — the cat does the rest.
Hand-felted in Nepal · 100% New Zealand wool · Azo-free dyes
Why cats love Ink Floyd
- Eight twisty tentacles that flutter when you move it
- Oversized wool head for sinking a full set of claws into
- 4-foot tether for bobbing, dragging and interactive play
Buying this toy helps real people. Low-income artisans in Nepal — mostly women — receive a living wage, a retirement fund, a medical allowance, and incentives to keep their daughters in school.
The full story
🏆 Winner of Pet Innovation's Play Object of the Year!
Is your cat bored of all the kitty toys on dry land? Perhaps he could use a little under-the-sea fun.
Ink Floyd, an adorable octopus toy, might just be what a cat needs to perk things up on her end of the reef.
Ink Floyd has eight twisty tentacles, an oversized head to sink a full set of claws into, and a tempting 4-foot tether.
The tether makes this toy perfect for interactive play, too. A cat guardian can create oceans of fun by bobbing, tugging, and dragging the octopus to stimulate a cat's natural hunting instinct.
Ink Floyd is handmade by felt artisans in Nepal of 100% pure New Zealand wool, and Nepali silk, and gets its vivid coloring from azo-free, cat-safe dyes.
It comes in its own zippered pouch, which you can keep and use to store this special toy when it's not in use.
When you purchase this toy, you help others
We partner with a special World Fair Trade-certified non-profit organization in Nepal to make this toy.
Low-income artisans, mostly women, get a living wage when they make this toy.
They also get a retirement fund, medical allowance, and financial incentives to keep their daughters in school.
Buying this product helps real people support their families and plan for their futures.
What does azo-free mean?
Many textile dyes in use today are known to cause cancer and birth defects. These dyes, known for containing carcinogenic chemicals called "azos," have been listed under California's Proposition 65 Warning. They have also been banned by the European Union, and some other countries, including Japan, India, and Vietnam.
"Azo-free" dyes do not contain any of these dangerous compounds. They are more expensive to use, but they're better for the environment and may be better for humans who are allergic to, or sensitive to dyes.
We only use azo-free dyes to make Ink Floyd toys.
Hand-crafted details
Each octopus is completely handmade, right down to the exquisite whorls of wool and silk that give this toy its extraordinary appearance.
Why New Zealand wool?
Wool is a 100% natural and renewable resource. It's biodegradable and recyclable and it even has nutrients in it that are essential to plant life. And it grows back every year!
New Zealand is an ideal environment for sheep to live and grow. The air and water are pristine, the climate is temperate, and abundant rainfall ensures rich pastures for grazing. This, in turn, helps create some of the finest wool in the world: New Zealand is known for producing the whitest, cleanest wools that hold dyes better than other wools.
In New Zealand, sheep farming is a way of life. New Zealanders have been raising sheep for generations, passing down the knowledge and experience that contributes to a culture of excellence in this industry.
There's also a strong emphasis on sustainable and environmentally friendly farming practices, which help maintain healthy pastures and robust herds.
And finally, New Zealand has some of the strictest animal welfare laws in the world. In 2007, New Zealand passed a law banning "mulesing," a cruel, mutilating procedure that is still performed on millions of lambs in other countries around the world.
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"What have you got on your head?"
Mr. Whiskers seemed to be wearing a hat of some sort: white on the top, with a shiny black brim. There was a strand of gold braid along the front panel.
He didn't even bother to look up. "Mrow," he answered, forebearingly.
I stepped closer and tried a different angle.
"Is that a…ship captain's hat?"
"Mrow," Mr. Whiskers replied, nonchalantly, as if a cat in ship captain's hat was as common as rain.
I couldn't believe it. This cat of mine could be peculiar, but this getup was outlandish, even for him.
"What is this all about?" I asked out loud, while wondering, silently, how a cat, even one as clever as mine, comes into possession of a mariner's cap.
"Mrow. Mrow. Rrroooowwwwww!" Mr. Whisker's explained, with a note of impatience in his voice, as if I should have already known he was asking for, long ago.
"An ocean voyage? A sailing trip on open water?" I responded, incredulous. "You're a cat," I reminded him (and myself).
Well, a boating adventure was absolutely out of the question, captain's hat or no captain's hat. I get seasick in elevators and on city buses.
"I do have an idea though," I suggested, tentatively. It's not exactly the ocean experience you were hoping for, but…"
Materials
- 100% pure New Zealand wool
- Nepali silk accents
- Azo-free, cat-safe dyes (no Prop 65 carcinogens)
- Comes in its own zippered storage pouch
Care
Spot clean with cold water and mild soap. Air dry flat. Keep away from washing machines and dryers.
Shipping
Orders ship from the US within 1–3 business days and usually arrive in 7–15 business days. You'll get a tracking link by email.
Returns
Unused items can be returned within 30 days of delivery. If the toy arrives damaged, contact us within 7 days with a photo and we'll replace it or refund in full.
World Fair Trade certified
Living wage for every artisan
Hand-felted in Nepal
By a women-led workshop
100% New Zealand wool
Nepali silk accents
Azo-free dyes
No Prop 65 carcinogens
When you buy Ink Floyd, you help real people
Hand-felted in Nepal by a Fair Trade workshop
We partner with a World Fair Trade–certified non-profit in Nepal to make Ink Floyd. Low-income artisans, mostly women, receive a living wage for the work. They also get a retirement fund, a medical allowance, and financial incentives to keep their daughters in school.
Buying this toy helps real people support their families and plan for their futures.
- Women-led workshop
- Living wage, retirement fund, medical allowance
- School-attendance incentives for artisans' daughters
Why cats love it
Built around how cats actually play
Every detail is here for a reason. Ink Floyd gives cats the three things their hunting instinct is looking for: something to stalk, something to grab, and something to wrestle.
Eight twisty tentacles
Soft wool tendrils that flutter the way prey moves. Cats bat, bite, and carry them around.
Oversized wool head
Big enough to sink a full set of claws into — perfect for the bunny-kick finish.
4-foot tether
Lets you bob, drag, and tug the octopus to trigger your cat's hunting instinct.
Zippered pouch
Arrives in its own soft storage pouch so Ink Floyd stays safe when playtime is over.
See Ink Floyd in action
Why cats can't put it down
Autoplays muted. Tap the volume to hear it.
The material
100% pure New Zealand wool
Wool is a 100% natural and renewable resource — biodegradable, recyclable, and nutrient-rich enough to feed the soil when it eventually breaks down. New Zealand produces some of the whitest, cleanest wool in the world, and the sheep are raised under some of the strictest animal welfare laws anywhere (New Zealand banned mulesing in 2007).
- Natural, renewable, biodegradable
- Finest-quality fibre, holds colour beautifully
- Sourced under strict animal welfare laws
The colour
Azo-free dyes only
Many textile dyes still in use contain carcinogenic compounds called "azos," listed under California's Proposition 65 Warning and banned by the EU, Japan, India, and Vietnam. Azo-free dyes don't contain any of those compounds — they cost more, but they are better for the environment and gentler for humans with dye sensitivities. Ink Floyd uses azo-free dyes only.
- No Prop 65 carcinogenic compounds
- Better for the environment
- Gentler for cats and the humans who handle the toy
What cat parents say
Loved by cat parents everywhere
4.98
Based on 63 reviews from verified buyers
“Exactly as described. Great gift for my grand-kitty. Would purchase from seller again.”
“My cats absolutely loved this. They are picky with toys and only like hair ties, but as soon as I opened the package they all scrambled and started playing with it. I'm so happy with this and I will def order another!!!!”
“It's even nicer than I expected. Highly recommend.”
“Unique, adorable cat toys with substance! The lovely toys are made with love. Thank you so much — five huge stars!”
“Very well made, attractive and fun cat toy. Comes professionally packaged. Is already a favorite!”
“Lily and Luna love their new friend, Ink Floyd. He has a nice weight to him so I can fling it over to the kitties and play. Cats can see blues, greens and yellows very well so I'm happy with the color of Mr. Floyd.”
“One of a kind piece! I love all the intricate colors woven together. Stunning.”
“This octopus was such fun for my cats — they used it as a kicker.”
“Ink Floyd is everything I could have hoped for and more. Not only is it beautifully crafted and fun to look at, but my cat LOVES him. She has repeatedly dragged him to where she sleeps. She has been completely enamored, and he continues to hold up fantastically to her very rough playtime! Absolutely wonderful all the way around.”
“My cats love this! The texture really satisfies my boy that loves to chew things. Love it!”
“This little fellow is so cute! I love that he comes from Nepal. Highly recommend.”
“Looks just like the image and description. It's adorable and Shadow loves it!”
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“Beautiful item. My cats love playing with the long tail, and the toy is well made and beautiful to look at.”
“Cute toy, durable. My cats really enjoy it!”
“Great toy with a long tail making it easy to drag/dangle for awesome play.”
“Inky Floyd is fabulous! My 4 1/3 year old girls went wild for him. They chased him around and one girl used him as a kicker toy when she caught him. They love their octopus and highly recommend him!”
“My cats absolutely love this toy! The best part is that the tail they love to chase and the octopus is great for them to kick. It's the perfect size!”
“My kitty loves this toy!!!!!!!”
“Our sweetest kitty loves her octopus! It's lovely and shipped fast. Thank you.”
“Awesome.”
“Such a cool product, my cat is totally in love with it.”
“Inky arrived quickly. It's much bigger than I thought it would be, but oh-so-darling.”
“I and my cats absolutely love Floyd! He is adorable! I highly recommend!”
“If your cat likes to rabbit kick toys a lot, this is definitely the perfect cat toy. It's made well and shouldn't fall apart too easily.”
“This exceeded expectations and Ms. Bootsie is happy. She has a little blue fish that she loves (was probably her first toy), bless her — loves her mice, and now she has Ink Floyd. Slept with it this morning!”
“My cat loves his new toy!”
“Even more cute in person. Love the coloring and my cat was immediately interested, which I was worried about due to the larger size than her other toys. She loves it!”
“Fast and great quality!”
“The colors are true to photo. Beautiful cat toy.”
“My cats went insane over the mouse and octopus — huge hit with all. Much different experience than when I buy fancy toys and they are more interested in the box the toy arrived in.”
“Love these cat toys — I'll be back for more. A++++”
“My cats love this! It seems pretty high quality and I think it will take much longer for them to destroy than the cheaper ones I've bought in the past. Would definitely buy again.”
“I was surprised by the quality of the item. It's very well made and heavy-duty, not to mention beautiful! My cat has already taken a liking to it. Thank you so much!”
“Kitties love Floyd! Thank you!”
“My cats love these toys and they are so cute.”
“Floyd is amazing — get it for your cat.”
“Great quality and shipped quickly!”
“I didn't see it myself since it was a gift, but it arrived beautifully with a sweet handwritten gift message.”
Love this guy!
“I purchased the long-tailed multicolored mouse several months ago, and my cats loved finding it hiding under things. So we tried the octopus — all of the arms of him are great to chase.”
“Items are well made and shipped quickly!”
“Gorgeous item — cats LOVE this toy so much, I've already bought half a dozen. Highly recommended! A++++++++”
“Such a fun toy — my cat absolutely loves it!!”
“My cats truly love it, def worth it!!!”
My cats love it
“It's so fun for them to be able to chase, chew, kick…”
“I bought four of Ink Floyd because I couldn't stop laughing at the name — but also because of its ingenious concept and design! Ink Floyd is sturdy and a great size. The wool is tight yet flexible and soft to drag around.”
“It had a time crunch but it was all taken care of expertly! Ink Floyd is the best thing I've ever seen and it's a great size for strong kitty hind legs to hold and kick.”
Our favorite — endless fun for cats!
“I bought Floyd a couple of months ago, and my two Abyssinians are still obsessed with it. Probably the only toy they don't get bored with. It's versatile (tail side to chase, body side to wrestle with), great texture of the wool, super durable and cute. Brings a smile to my face every time.”
Ted and Sofie love Ink Floyd!
“My Maine Coons absolutely love Ink Floyd, which was one of their Christmas presents. I will probably buy a new one so they can each enjoy this great toy. They love it so much that it already looks ragged, even though Christmas was only a week ago.”
“Very imaginative toy. My daughter's cat loved it!”
“We've bought the mouse toys in the past and this is the first time trying the octopus. The cats thought the bag it came in was treats, but they were excited for it anyways! Great quality for a great price. We will keep buying them as ours wear down.”
“This is a beautiful cat toy — I love how well made it is, and my cats both love it! They keep rolling around with it and also love to chase the long tail. It's such a pretty toy and I love the design and color choices.”
“Great quality and fast shipping! The cat loved it!!!”
“Thank you so much!! My cat loves it so much :)”
“My cats are hard on their toys, so when I saw this yarn octopus, I knew I had to get one for each cat. They are fun, practically indestructible, and encourage cats to kick with their back legs. Thanks for this new toy!”
“Amazing as always! Definitely my cats' favourite toy.”
“Our kitty loves Ink Floyd. Lots of bunny kicks and dragging it around!”
“Our new cats are in LOVE with this! They take turns attacking the tentacles and then rabbit kicking the snot out of it — and it's held up well so far. Really well made and lots of fun!”
“This octopus is amazing! It's so cute and the quality is amazing!”
“My cats LOVE this thing. I have a litter of kittens who are wild and they've tried to destroy it with their razor paws, but it's still looking great and not torn up at all. The length is fantastic, and it's always a treat to see a tiny cat dragging three other cats down the hall with this octopus in her mouth. 10/10, best new cat toy I've seen in a long time!”
“Our cats love their new toys. Highly recommend!!!”
A big hit
“The octopus was a big hit with the black cat and its human! Unusual and well-crafted. And thanks for sending it out SO promptly!”
So-so
“It turns out that my cat doesn't like the octopus, but loves the other end… you just never know with cats!”
“Love it! My cat brings it to me to play with her. Thanks!”
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Frequently asked questions
Everything cat parents want to know about Ink Floyd.
What colour should I pick?
Ink Floyd comes in arctic blue and sea kelp green. The colour is painted on by hand with azo-free dyes, so no two octopuses look exactly alike.
How big is Ink Floyd?
The octopus has an oversized head and eight long tentacles, with a 4-foot tether for interactive play. Perfect sized for a full set of claws.
Is it safe if my cat chews it?
Ink Floyd is made from 100% pure New Zealand wool and Nepali silk, with azo-free, cat-safe dyes — no plastic, no carcinogenic azos. As with any plush toy, supervise your cat during play and remove any pieces that come loose.
How do I clean it?
Spot clean with cold water and mild soap, then air dry flat. Avoid the washing machine, which can felt the wool further and damage the shape.
Where is it made?
Ink Floyd is hand-felted in Nepal by a World Fair Trade–certified non-profit workshop. The women who make it receive a living wage, a retirement fund, a medical allowance, and incentives to keep their daughters in school.
Does it come with anything?
Yes — Ink Floyd arrives in its own zippered pouch, which you can keep and use to store the toy between play sessions.