The TLC Cat-N-Mouse Cat Toy takes an interesting spin (pun intended) on cat toys. The toy is circular and measures about 9.5" in diameter. Inside is a 2.5" furry toy mouse connected to the center of the toy via a spoke. With a little nudge the mouse will appear to "run" or "float" its way around the track. My cats were definitely very interested with the toy, and every swipe of their paw that connects launches the toy mouse spinning around the track. That action will prompt even more "attacks" and attempts to stop the motion of the mouse. After serveral weeks, however, I find that the cats have grown less interested in the TLC Cat-N-Mouse. But usually a gentle nudge at the toy using my fingers will prompt the nearest kitty to take immediate notice. The top of the top is covered by a thin, pseudo-carpet material that apparently is for scratching. Neither one of my cats, however, ever used it.
Aethestically the toy is not very appealing. The only that I received was beige with a dark blue pseudo-carpety top. It's certainly not something that will easily blend in with your existing decor.
Durability-wise the toy is doing well. After two months the mouse is still firmly attached to the spoke despite countless attempts at ripping it out of the toy by my cats. The left ear of the mouse has suffered a partial tear, but otherwise the overall integrity of its body is fine.
Interestingly despite being sold as the TLC Cat-N-Mouse Cat Toy, the imprint on the bottom of the toy reads "Ziway Inc. Burlington, Ma. 01803 Made in China". Apparently the toy is also sold elsewhere as the Ziway Cat 'N' Mouse Toy.
Overall I was entertained watching the cats batting the mouse inside the toy, and the kitties enjoyed it too. It's certainly worth the ~$12 purchase.
Fun Factor: 4/5
Re-Playability: 4/5
Construction: 4/5
Durability: 5/5
Aesthetics: 2.5/5
Value: 4/5
Overall: 4/5
