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SmartCat 3833 Peek-a-Prize Pet Toy Box

4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 751 ratings

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  • Heavy-duty wood toy box to hide toys inside
  • Keeps curious cats mentally and physically sharp
  • Works with almost any appropriately sized toy or catnip
  • Encourages cats’ natural predatory behavior
  • Rotate toys for extra fun

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4.9 4.9
Sturdiness
4.9 4.9
Value for money
4.0 4.0

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  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 13.5 x 13.5 x 3 inches; 3.84 Pounds
  • Manufacturer recommended age ‏ : ‎ 1 month and up
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ 546010
  • Department ‏ : ‎ Racks/Futons
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ October 5, 2004
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ SmartCat
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0006VMN4O
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 751 ratings

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Cats have an instinctual desire to watch cracks and crevices, especially when they know that something is hiding just beyond their sight. The Peek-A-Play Toy Box is designed to build on your cat's instinct by partially hiding some of your cat’s favorite toys, and your cat will go crazy fishing them out. Peek-A-Play is especially great for those times when you have to leave your cat home alone, because this toy will keep your cat occupied for hours. Rotate the toys in the box so they are always digging for something different, and for extra fun, put a few food treats inside.

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Customer Ratings
Durability
4.9
3.8
4.8
4.9
4.4
Sturdiness
4.9
3.9
4.8
4.8
4.4
Value for money
4.0
3.4
3.8
4.7
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target species
Cat
Cats
Cats Kitten
Cat
Dog
Cat
material
Wood
Wood
feather plastic
Wood
Wire
style
Heavy-duty
solid wood
Whack-a-Mole Cat Toy
Peek and Play
Original Version
weight
1.74 kilograms
501 grams
1.65 pounds
0.02 pounds

Customer reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars
4.2 out of 5
751 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the appearance and quality of the pet toy. They say it looks nice, is well designed, and the balls are colorful. They also appreciate the engagement it provides for their pets, saying it keeps them busy and stimulated for hours. Customers also appreciate quality. However, some customers have mixed opinions on performance, hole size, value, size, and balls.

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298 customers mention259 positive39 negative

Customers like the quality of the pet toy. For example, they mention it's very well-made, sturdy, and worth what they paid. Some say the quality is better than expected, and that it'll last a long time. Overall, most are happy with the product's quality and recommend it to others.

"Great Fun for Cats and Kittens! After reading reviews I felt very comfortable purchasing the SmartCat 3833 Peek-A-Prize Toy Box...." Read more

"...The construction is sturdy and well-made; I have no concerns of my cat inadvertently receiving injuries from uneven edges, exposed nails, or the..." Read more

"...making him more active with it didn't exactly work out, but it does relieve boredom -- which is great!..." Read more

"...But, happily, I found the box to be very well-made! No protruding nails at all, inside or out, and all edges were sanded smooth...." Read more

33 customers mention33 positive0 negative

Customers like the appearance of the pet toy. They say it's well-designed, sturdy, and colorful. Some customers also mention that the color should blend with almost any decor.

"...The product is good quality and relatively attractive for a cat toy." Read more

"I love this toy almost as much as my cats do. I find it to be aesthetically pleasing in my apartment...." Read more

"...It is made of a wood composite, and the color should blend with almost any decor...." Read more

"...Also the box looks nice in my living room (as opposed to garishly colored plastic toys)." Read more

22 customers mention19 positive3 negative

Customers like the engagement of the pet toy. For example, they say it keeps them busy, stimulated, and occupied for hours. Some mention that it's great for very active cats.

"...This has helped keep her occupied during the day and also has slowed down her eating which I think will help keep her trim...." Read more

"...their hunting instinct is great for them--prevents boredom, gives them healthy exercise, and engages their coordination, and this does all three." Read more

"...I think this helps them to gain more skills, because they have to use their paws to get the toys out of the box...." Read more

"...It keeps her occupied for hours. She has to figure out how to get to the ones in the middle which keeps her sharp...." Read more

58 customers mention25 positive33 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the value of the pet toy. Some say it's a great item for the price, while others say it’s an annoying waste of time and money. Some customers also mention that the balls come out of the side holes rendering the toy useless.

"...That adds to the cost a little, but the cat enjoys it.-made out of mdf instead of real wood" Read more

"...for, essentially, a box with holes in it, but for us it was worth the money...." Read more

"...32% off the regular price, and I still feel like perhaps its not quite worth the price...." Read more

"...Worth every cent to see how much this toy is enjoyed, and for the sheer entertainment, watching our "smart cat" figure out how to get at her treats..." Read more

46 customers mention26 positive20 negative

Customers are mixed about the performance of the pet toy. Some mention that it works well with other cat toys, and is an excellent toy for cats. However, others say that their cats weren't as interested as they thought they would be, and they didn't find it enjoyable.

"...The treats are the biggest hit...." Read more

"...This toy seems to be well made but it is not a challenging toy for cats. Very disappointing...." Read more

"...It works well for my problem kitten (sick, depressed and 'no personality') which I'm particularly grateful for...." Read more

"...Good idea, but my cats got bored of it quick." Read more

30 customers mention11 positive19 negative

Customers are mixed about the size of the pet toy. Some mention that it's well built, fits well most small cat toys, and the portals are large enough for Maine Coons to get their large snowshoe. However, others say that the balls that come with the box are too small and their cats quickly had them. They also say that there are too many holes and they are bigger than the toys.

"...There are too many holes and they are bigger than the toys...." Read more

"...But you aren't limited to just those toys. It fits well most small cat toys, from stuffed mice to cage jingle balls...." Read more

"...I could have gotten out the measuring tape, but it is smaller than I somehow envisioned...." Read more

"...Our cat did not like them at all. They are too large to fit through the holes without a lot of force and she got bored with them after a minute...." Read more

21 customers mention9 positive12 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the hole size of the pet toy. Some find the workmanship superb and the holes perfectly sized and smooth, while others say that the holes are too big, there are too many holes, and they need some sanding. Some customers also mention that the balls fall out the side holes.

"...There are too many holes and they are bigger than the toys...." Read more

"...The workmanship is superb, holes the right size, get some of the extras you can put in it or use your own toys, and don't forget the treats...." Read more

"...Now, when he sticks his paw in, something falls out the side holes because it's just too full. I need to buy a second box...." Read more

"...The holes are large enough for the cat to easily extend their arms into the holes but they could get caught if they bend at the elbow." Read more

19 customers mention13 positive6 negative

Customers are mixed about the balls. Some mention it comes with a couple of balls that they weren't expecting, while others say it comes only with 1 ball.

"...What can you put inside it? It comes with two toy balls that fit snugly inside the box...." Read more

"...It's nicely made, sturdy, and included a couple of balls...." Read more

"...-it comes with two crummy balls. i suggest buying wiffiel ball syle plastic golf balls ( by the dozen) to load it up with like in my video...." Read more

"Well-made, sturdy, smooth, heavy box. Comes with two semi-soft balls...." Read more

a really fun toy for your cat that DOESN'T frustrate them (like most automatic toys do)
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a really fun toy for your cat that DOESN'T frustrate them (like most automatic toys do)
My Siamese kitten, Freya, is very energetic, so I have tried a number of toys to keep my home harmonious. This is definitely one of the successful ones, and my cat enjoys playing with it when I load it up with plastic practice golf balls ( Jef World of Golf Gifts and Gallery, Inc. Practice Golf Balls (Orange, Set of 12) are her favorite type, though any similar ball should work almost as well in it ). To use it, you just drop toys inside, get the cat to notice, and watch them go wild fishing toy after toy out of the box like a kid on Christmas morning. It doesn't last forever, and you'll need to gather the toys up afterwards to reload it for the next use, but the real advantage of the system is that, since the cat fishes the toys out, this is one of the few automatic type toys that gives the cat a very satisfying "hunt" (even wand toys need rests where the cat catches he item, and then a final item thrown for them to "capture" after, so as not to frustrate your kitty.)So, if you want an automatic toy that is fun for cats and not frustrating, this is a good choice, just be sure to add on a pack or two of plastic golf balls to use it to its limit.pros:-safe-semi automated-my cat really enjoys it-doesn't frustrate the cat like many semi and automatic toys-fairly well madecons:-the balls come out fairly easily, so you'll want to load i up with a lot , and even then you'll have to gather and reload every few minutes.-it comes with two crummy balls. i suggest buying wiffiel ball syle plastic golf balls ( by the dozen) to load it up with like in my video. That adds to the cost a little, but the cat enjoys it.-made out of mdf instead of real wood
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Reviewed in the United States on November 1, 2016
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 My Siamese kitten, Freya, is very energetic, so I have tried a number of toys to keep my home harmonious. This is definitely one of the successful ones, and my cat enjoys playing with it when I load it up with plastic practice golf balls (  Jef World of Golf Gifts and Gallery, Inc. Practice Golf Balls (Orange, Set of 12)  are her favorite type, though any similar ball should work almost as well in it ).

To use it, you just drop toys inside, get the cat to notice, and watch them go wild fishing toy after toy out of the box like a kid on Christmas morning. It doesn't last forever, and you'll need to gather the toys up afterwards to reload it for the next use, but the real advantage of the system is that, since the cat fishes the toys out, this is one of the few automatic type toys that gives the cat a very satisfying "hunt" (even wand toys need rests where the cat catches he item, and then a final item thrown for them to "capture" after, so as not to frustrate your kitty.)

So, if you want an automatic toy that is fun for cats and not frustrating, this is a good choice, just be sure to add on a pack or two of plastic golf balls to use it to its limit.

pros:
-safe
-semi automated
-my cat really enjoys it
-doesn't frustrate the cat like many semi and automatic toys
-fairly well made

cons:
-the balls come out fairly easily, so you'll want to load i up with a lot , and even then you'll have to gather and reload every few minutes.
-it comes with two crummy balls. i suggest buying wiffiel ball syle plastic golf balls ( by the dozen) to load it up with like in my video. That adds to the cost a little, but the cat enjoys it.
-made out of mdf instead of real wood
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5.0 out of 5 stars a really fun toy for your cat that DOESN'T frustrate them (like most automatic toys do)
Reviewed in the United States on November 1, 2016
My Siamese kitten, Freya, is very energetic, so I have tried a number of toys to keep my home harmonious. This is definitely one of the successful ones, and my cat enjoys playing with it when I load it up with plastic practice golf balls ( [[ASIN:B004E1E0PM Jef World of Golf Gifts and Gallery, Inc. Practice Golf Balls (Orange, Set of 12)]] are her favorite type, though any similar ball should work almost as well in it ).

To use it, you just drop toys inside, get the cat to notice, and watch them go wild fishing toy after toy out of the box like a kid on Christmas morning. It doesn't last forever, and you'll need to gather the toys up afterwards to reload it for the next use, but the real advantage of the system is that, since the cat fishes the toys out, this is one of the few automatic type toys that gives the cat a very satisfying "hunt" (even wand toys need rests where the cat catches he item, and then a final item thrown for them to "capture" after, so as not to frustrate your kitty.)

So, if you want an automatic toy that is fun for cats and not frustrating, this is a good choice, just be sure to add on a pack or two of plastic golf balls to use it to its limit.

pros:
-safe
-semi automated
-my cat really enjoys it
-doesn't frustrate the cat like many semi and automatic toys
-fairly well made

cons:
-the balls come out fairly easily, so you'll want to load i up with a lot , and even then you'll have to gather and reload every few minutes.
-it comes with two crummy balls. i suggest buying wiffiel ball syle plastic golf balls ( by the dozen) to load it up with like in my video. That adds to the cost a little, but the cat enjoys it.
-made out of mdf instead of real wood
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Reviewed in the United States on April 3, 2016
Great Fun for Cats and Kittens! After reading reviews I felt very comfortable purchasing the SmartCat 3833 Peek-A-Prize Toy Box. I loved the construction of it, good weight, etc. I feel comfortable it will last years (as another purchaser indicated). Our cats enjoy interactive play and because they get bored, we have several different one's and rotate them. This arrived on time and I inspected it well for any type of internal nails sticking out (as another purchaser indicated) and the toy box appears to be much better secured with nothing of any danger to your pet/s inside or outside this toy box.

Once the cats understand how this works, they remove the balls easily. So I dropped in some stuffed mice, other size balls and some Temptation treats (a couple in each hole) then sat back and I was as entertained watching them as they were with discovering this new toy.

You don't have to spend money on things to add to the box. Wad up a bit of aluminum foil just enough to get it into the box but HARD to get it out of the box (it makes noise and they enjoy it)! It will keep the busy a LOT longer than the balls. LOL Make sure to monitor so that they don't fray it and/or ingest the aluminum. You can also do paper the same way...just tighter. You can even add a bit of catnip to make it more interesting. I was able to get this at half of retail and thought it was so great that I even bought one for a friend and her cats. Though I think this works better with more than one cat, I would recommend it to anyone who has a playful, curious kitten and then add different items to the maze to keep them curious about it. Big 5 Stars!
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Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2010
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 This box is a great toy for the cats who just have to get into EVERYTHING. The construction is sturdy and well-made; I have no concerns of my cat inadvertently receiving injuries from uneven edges, exposed nails, or the like. The wood is solid enough to support my 18lb cat. It might seem a bit expensive for, essentially, a box with holes in it, but for us it was worth the money. I had attempted to make similar toys, but they just couldn't stand up to her weight/muscles/claws.

What can you put inside it? It comes with two toy balls that fit snugly inside the box. The balls that came with my purchase are not easily removed; in order for me to take them in or out, I have to use a bit of force. This can be good or bad - if your cat is really excited and persistent, s/he could conceivably get the balls out, but a more timid cat might give up. But you aren't limited to just those toys. It fits well most small cat toys, from stuffed mice to cage jingle balls. Of course, treats or kibbles are always a hit.

Does the cat actually like it? Our girl definitely does. She wasn't interested in the balls that came with the box until I "marinated" them in catnip for a few days. I thought she'd enjoy digging out her favorite toys, 
Zanies Realistic Mice Cat Toys - Hours of Fun - Set of 20 - White / Gray / Black , but that hasn't been as big of a hit as other options. So just keep in mind: if one thing doesn't work, try another! The treats are the biggest hit. If you're worried about giving your kitty too many unhealthy treats, I recommend finding some healthier ones, like  EVO Wild Cravings Turkey & Chicken Cat Treats (3 oz)  or others made from dried meat. Or just use her regular dry food! Then you can feel a little better about playtime, knowing kitty is getting a healthy treat and a mental/physical workout.

The video I provided is her first experience with the box, just a few minutes after opening it. She now will occasionally go to sit by the box and look up at me when she wants me to drop some treats in!
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Pete
5.0 out of 5 stars It’s good
Reviewed in Australia on September 9, 2022
Worked as intended
nameless
5.0 out of 5 stars GREAT TOY
Reviewed in Canada on July 19, 2014
Cats need challenges for their natural abilities. My cat loves to reach in and try to bat the balls to the holes to get it out. I also put other little things inside like tiny toy mice, crumpled paper, etc. She loves it. At times she gets bored so I put it away and bring it out later. That's cats for you!
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Ceiba
3.0 out of 5 stars Un jouet solide et de bonne facture
Reviewed in France on April 26, 2015
Pas de clou ou agrafe qui dépasse comme avec d'autres produits du même genre, les finitions sont bonnes, le tout est solide et stable. A l'usage, je trouve qu'il y a un peu trop de trous sur le dessus, et trop réguliers. Les chatons s'amusent bien mais voient facilement l'intérieur, alors qu'ils adorent chercher les objets au bruit, dans un simple carton découpé. Ce serait bien de concevoir un modèle avec moins d'ouvertures, plus aléatoires. Autre point ennuyeux : les deux balles promises étaient absentes du colis. Pas grave en soi, n'importe quel petit jouet peut faire l'affaire, en particulier un plumeau, c'est un bon jouet interactif ; mais pour le principe, je reste à 3 étoiles pour lot incomplet.
Kuro
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfekt
Reviewed in Germany on February 5, 2014
Meine Katzen haben schon viel Erfahrung mit Fummelbrettern und ich dachte erst, naja, das hier wird ihnen bestimmt schnell zu langweilig sein. Von wegen! Sie finden es total toll, einfach nur irgendwelches Spielzeug aus den Löchern zu popeln, ich muss noch nicht mal Leckerchen einfüllen. Die Löcher scheinen da einfach diesen Mäuseloch-Instinkt anzusprechen, besonders bei meiner ehemaligen Streunerin.

Das Spielzeug ist sehr robust und aus dickem Holz gefertigt, sieht nicht gleich nach billiger Spanplatte aus und ist dezent lackiert, sodass man es sicherlich gut reinigen kann. Ich würde es wieder kaufen, auch wenn es auf den ersten Blick etwas teuer wirkt aber so ein Spielzeug hat man ja ewig. Wenn man es ab und zu mal für ein paar Tage wegräumt, bleibt es auch spannend.
Rocky Dallaire
5.0 out of 5 stars great
Reviewed in Canada on June 7, 2020
great