Catstages Nina Ottosson Rainy Day Puzzle & Play | The Cloud Cover Job

Product overview
The Catstages Nina Ottosson Rainy Day Puzzle & Play is a treat-dispensing cat puzzle toy designed for indoor enrichment, slow feeding and interactive reward-based play. Cats use their paws and noses to swivel raindrop covers, move sliding pegs and spin the wheel to uncover hidden treats or kibble.

Key benefits

• Interactive cat puzzle feeder for treats or dry kibble
• Encourages natural foraging and hunting-style behaviour
• Helps slow down treat or kibble eating
• Provides mental stimulation for bored indoor cats
• Adjustable challenge level for easier or harder play
• Includes 19 hidden treat cups / compartments
• Holds up to 1/4 cup of food or treats
• No removable parts
• Wipes clean easily after use
• Made without BPA, PVC, lead and phthalates
• Suitable for cats of all life stages under supervision

Specifications

• Brand: Catstages
• Product line: Nina Ottosson Puzzle & Play
• Model name: Rainy Day Puzzle & Play
• Model number: 69581
• UPC: 700603695817
• GTIN: 00700603695817
• Product type: Cat puzzle feeder / treat puzzle toy
• Difficulty: Level 3 / adjustable challenge
• Colour: Rainy Day
• Scent: Unscented
• Use: Indoor
• Water resistance: Not water resistant
• Unit count: 1

Dimensions

• Size: 15.4" L x 9.4" W x 1.3" H
• Approximate metric size: 39.1 cm L x 23.9 cm W x 3.3 cm H
• Item weight: 0.78 kg / 1.72 lb

Materials

• Food-safe puzzle toy materials
• Made without BPA, PVC, lead and phthalates
• Exact material composition not specified by manufacturer

Life stage suitability

Suitable for cats of all life stages. Always supervise use and choose the appropriate difficulty level for your cat’s age, confidence and puzzle experience.

What’s included

• 1 x Catstages Nina Ottosson Rainy Day Puzzle & Play cat puzzle feeder

Manufacturer details

Catstages is now the cat-focused identity of the former Petstages range. This product is manufactured by Outward Hound under the Catstages / Nina Ottosson enrichment range.

The Cloud Cover Job

Forecast received.

A low-pressure system has moved across the feeding zone.
Nineteen compartments have gone quiet.
Several treats are missing.
The wheel is turning.

The suspect was observed pawing at raindrops, shifting pegs, and applying advanced nose-based pressure to classified food locations.

Management initially believed this was play.
That was optimistic.

The Rainy Day file is now considered an enrichment operation involving concealed rations, mild obsession, and one indoor operative with too much time and excellent paws.

Tony checked the weather report.
No rain was listed.

Which means someone staged this.

No umbrellas were issued.
No treats were recovered.
The Crown has requested another storm.

Management denies responsibility for the crumbs.

• Food-safe puzzle toy materials
• Made without BPA, PVC, lead and phthalates
• No removable parts
• Wipe-clean surface
• Exact material composition not specified by manufacturer

The Rainy Day Puzzle & Play is designed to support natural feline enrichment by encouraging cats to search, paw, nudge, slide and problem-solve for hidden treats or kibble.

It helps satisfy:

• Foraging instincts
• Hunting and seeking behaviour
• Paw-and-nose problem solving
• Food discovery behaviour
• Mental stimulation needs
• Slow feeding during treat or kibble sessions

It can help with:

• Indoor cat boredom
• Fast treat or kibble eating
• Low daily enrichment
• Redirecting energy into structured play
• Encouraging independent activity
• Making meals or treat time more engaging

This is especially useful for indoor cats, smart cats, food-motivated cats, and cats who need more enrichment than another suspicious nap on the laundry basket.

Use with dry cat treats or kibble only.

Easy mode

1. Place treats or kibble in the base compartments.
2. Leave some compartments uncovered at first so your cat understands the reward system.
3. Allow your cat to paw, sniff and move the pieces to find the food.

Harder mode

1. Place treats in the base cups.
2. Swivel the raindrop covers over the treats.
3. Place treats inside the sliding peg cups through the top holes.
4. Let your cat push and reposition the pegs to drop the treats into the base compartments.
5. Use the spinning wheel to add another layer of challenge.

Capacity

Holds up to 1/4 cup of food or treats.

Safety and care

• Always supervise your cat during use.
• Do not leave your cat alone with the toy.
• Inspect regularly for damage.
• Remove and replace if broken or if parts become loose.
• Wipe clean after use.
• Store away when empty until the next supervised session.
• For cats only. Not a child’s toy.

What is the Catstages Rainy Day Puzzle & Play?

The Catstages Rainy Day Puzzle & Play is an interactive cat puzzle feeder that hides treats or kibble inside covered compartments. Cats must move raindrops, pegs and the spinning wheel to find the rewards.

Are puzzle toys good for cats?

Yes, puzzle toys can be useful for cats because they encourage problem-solving, foraging and mental stimulation. They are especially helpful for indoor cats who need extra enrichment during the day.

Is this a good puzzle toy for indoor cats?

Yes. This puzzle toy is designed for indoor enrichment and treat-based play. It gives indoor cats something to investigate, paw at and solve instead of relying only on free-feeding or passive toys.

Is this a slow feeder for cats?

Yes. The Rainy Day Puzzle & Play can be used as a slow feeder for dry treats or kibble. It holds up to 1/4 cup of food and encourages cats to work through the compartments instead of eating everything at once.

How many treat compartments does it have?

It has 19 hidden treat cups / compartments, giving cats multiple places to search for treats or kibble.

Can I use kibble in this cat puzzle feeder?

Yes. You can use dry kibble or dry cat treats. Avoid wet food unless the manufacturer specifically confirms suitability, as this toy is designed for dry food and easy wipe-clean use.

Is this puzzle suitable for beginner cats?

It can be introduced to beginner cats by starting in easy mode with some treats visible and fewer covers in use. Once your cat understands the game, you can increase the difficulty by covering more compartments and using the sliding pegs.

Is it suitable for smart cats?

Yes. This is a good option for smart cats, food-motivated cats and cats who already understand basic treat puzzles. The adjustable challenge makes it more engaging than a simple treat tray.

Is this toy safe for cats?

The manufacturer states that it is made without BPA, PVC, lead and phthalates, and it has no removable parts. As with all cat toys and puzzle feeders, it should be used under supervision and checked regularly for damage.

How do I clean the Rainy Day Puzzle & Play?

Wipe the puzzle clean after use and remove any leftover crumbs or kibble. Allow it to dry before storing. Do not leave old food inside the compartments.

Can kittens use this puzzle toy?

It is listed as suitable for all life stages, but kittens should be supervised closely and introduced gradually. Start with an easy setup so they can learn how the puzzle works.

Where can I buy puzzle toys for cats in South Africa?

You can buy puzzle toys for cats online in South Africa from The Apartment Cat, including interactive cat puzzle feeders, treat puzzle toys and indoor cat enrichment products.