The laser pointer held my cats' interest for a time, but now it seems that they are on to it and can't be bothered. I wish they were still intrigued because as cat toys go, it requires virtually no effort on our part . . . we can interact with them while laying back and relaxing . . . unlike running around the house dragging a shoelace behind us for them to chase . . . well, I don't want them to be bored, so I comply with whatever seems to entertain them.