Kittens love toys - in fact just about anything that moves, squeaks or jumps is likely to keep your kitten occupied for hours!

Toys should be small enough for your kitten to easily push around, but large enough not to be swallowed. A ping-pong ball, a crumpled paper ball or an empty toilet roll with string is ideal.

However, it is important to remember that kittens are curious animals and can sometimes "play" with things that may be unsafe.Common household items such as threaded needles or the cord from a hot iron can be dangerous to your kitten so make sure these remain out of reach.

It is important for your kitten to associate your hands with kindness, so avoid aggressive games or games that encourage biting.