Hold Cat Charmer lightly by the handle and drag the end across the floor in front of your cat. Drag the end behind a chair or table so that it is mostly out of sight. Then show it to your cat again, and again drag it out of sight. Your cat should be chasing the toy by now. Give the flexible wand a wiggle and the snake-like end will serpentine across your floor. Caution Never crack the toy like a whip near your cat. That makes a sound that's sure to frighten your cat and may make it unwilling to play with the Cat Charmer. The materials in this toy are the safest products available. The fabric will not fray so pieces cannot be swallowed, and with normal use the rod will not splinter or break. Caution This toy should not be left alone with your cat. Cat Charmer is a very powerful toy that can make some cats become very aggressive. Although made of very safe materials, it is not a chew toy and should not be used as such.