Hello all. I was wondering if anyone had any experience with the little plastic springs that are marketed for cats? I've attached a picture. (They're about 3" long)They seemed like an interesting toy for gliders, but I'm still a newbie and very much learning. Any thoughts are appreciated.

I saw those and wondered the same thing. I by passed it because I was concerned with the diameter. They can get themselves in to trouble quick.

They look soft enough, but the inside diameter should be at least 2.25".

They don't snap or anything but dimensions are 4.5x2.5x2.5cm. I think that's too small...

I know the miniature slinky has been recommended not to use in their cages. I had considered those at one time too.

I have made a toy out of a full size slinky(well part of one. I made it as long as my piece of scrap fleece). Hutch has one of those. Once it's covered in fleece and hung in the cage, it unravels, kinda hangs like a loose spring. I don't know if his Gliders play with it, it was a test toy.

I wouldn't use them in the cage, you could use it for tent time (under supervision).

I'm not sure mine quite know what to make of it, honestly. I like seeing them use it, but the confused/uncertain look they get probably amuses me more than them.

Yeah, I can see that... I have made a few per request, but haven't had much feedback...