Cats like strings, wormy things, and tactile things that self-amuse like spring loaded toys or spongy chewy things. A rubber band fits all those criteria. Mine will bite and pull and if the band shoots off somewhere she chases it. read more
Rubber bands are ok, too. Cats are naturally playful (between naps), and i think they may like small toys that move in an unpredictable way when swatted because that is similar to the way they play with a mouse. read more
If you spot your cat munching on rubber bands, pica may be to blame. Some cats like to eat weird things, and some cats like to eat really weird things. If you notice that your cutie has a penchant for eating rubber bands, instead of dismissing her behavior as simply zany, consider that she may be dealing with pica, a compulsive eating behavior. read more
Lots of cats have rubber band obsessions. I think it is because they are small and easy to bat around and carry and because they move a bit on their own. Try to keep all your rubber bands in a drawer or other secure place so you cat cannot get at them. read more