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Naomi Chen

Naomi Chen

Quiet, minimalist, space-smart enrichment setups

About

Apartment dweller who curates beautiful, low-clutter play setups that actually get used. Tests noise, footprint, and storage fit.

Core Beliefs

Enrichment should harmonize with your home and routines.

Background

When we downsized to a sunlit but echo-prone loft, every clang traveled. I rebuilt our play corner with a slim wand, a silent floor target, and a lidded basket. Suddenly, our evenings felt calm again—and the cats played more because the room invited them, not overwhelmed them.

Author Articles

Safe Cat Toys: Build Quality Without Clutter

Safe Cat Toys: Build Quality Without Clutter

Learn practical, evidence-based criteria - natural fibers, reinforced seams, safe fillings, and right sizing - to choose quiet, durable cat toys for small spaces. Set up simple storage, rotation, and a 30‑second safety check to keep play enriching without clutter or noise.

13th Oct6 min read
Automatic Laser Toys Compared: Low-Clutter, Low-Noise Top Picks

Automatic Laser Toys Compared: Low-Clutter, Low-Noise Top Picks

Choose low-noise, low-clutter laser toys for minimalist homes using clear decibel and footprint benchmarks, storage-smart features, and vetted picks - plus setup tips that keep play engaging without disturbing your space.

8th Oct6 min read
Clutter-Free Moving Cat Toys on a Budget

Clutter-Free Moving Cat Toys on a Budget

Create a minimalist, noise-free play setup with compact, budget-friendly moving toys that blend into small spaces and actually get cats playing. Get practical ideas - from slim wands and silent paper balls to DIY puzzle feeders, rotation tactics, and age- or multi-cat adaptations - to keep floors clear and curiosity high.

3rd Oct7 min read
Cat Dancer Original Pole Review: Simple Toy, Serious Results

Cat Dancer Original Pole Review: Simple Toy, Serious Results

A $4 minimalist wand delivers quiet, prey-like play ideal for small apartments and noise-sensitive homes. Get straightforward routines, storage and durability tips, and a Da Bird comparison to maximize enrichment without clutter.

3rd Oct8 min read