What should I do if my Maine Coon ignores small toys?

Try switching to toys that mimic prey movement more naturally, like wand toys with feather attachments or motorized mice that scuttle unpredictably. My own fluffy giant went from staring blankly at a crumpled paper ball to pouncing like a maniac on a flirt pole with a rabbit fur lure-it’s all about triggering that hunting instinct. If they still won’t play, scatter a few treats inside a puzzle feeder or toss a toy near their hiding spot to spark curiosity; sometimes they just need the “hunt” to feel real.