The Croissant is the first natural catnip toy designed for cats. It is hand-stitched in France, made from organic cotton and a proprietary blend of long-lasting organic catnip.
Reinforced Organic Cotton
Meticulously designed with reinforced organic cotton to withstand real play — not fall apart after three sessions like other cat toys.
Triple Herb Blend
Filled with a blend of three premium organic herbs to trigger response in cats that a single-herb toy cannot.
Hand-Stitched Sustainably in France
Stitched using haute-couture savoir faire to create a durable and long-lasting product. No pesticides, synthetic additives, or diluted filler.
How it compares
More potent, healthier and longer lasting
Most catnip toys are made cheaply and sold cheaply — and cats lose interest in days. Here's how The Croissant compares on what actually matters.
| Feature |  | Other Catnip Toys |
|---|---|---|
| Herb Blend | 3 organic herbs, 2 chemical pathways | Single herb — unresponsive for 1 in 3 cats |
| Herb Quality | Certified organic, pesticide-free | Often diluted or synthetic-treated |
| Herb Quantity | Minimum 20g | Less than 4g |
| Fabric | 100% organic cotton | Polyester, plastic, synthetic dyes |
| Construction | Hand-stitched, reinforced seams | Machine-sewn, thin seams |
| Potency Duration | Months — complementary compounds | Days to weeks, fades quickly |
| Origin | France | Mass-produced, undisclosed origin |
| Cat-safe | No plastic, no dyes, no small parts | Varies; often plastic components |
Frequently asked
Questions about Ponoto
What is The Croissant by Ponoto?
The Croissant is a hand-stitched cat toy made in France by Ponoto, shaped like a French croissant. It is made from reinforced organic cotton and filled with a blend of three certified organic herbs: Nepeta cataria (catnip), silvervine and valerian root. It contains no synthetic dyes, no plastic parts, and no pesticide-treated materials.
What herbs are used in The Croissant?
The Croissant contains a blend of three certified organic herbs: Nepeta cataria (traditional catnip), silvervine (Actinidia polygama) and valerian root (Valeriana officinalis). All three are pesticide-free, free from synthetic additives, and sourced for potency. Catnip acts via nepetalactone; silvervine and valerian act via actinidine — a separate compound that reaches cats unresponsive to catnip.
Where is The Croissant made?
The Croissant is handmade in France in small batches. Each toy is individually hand-stitched — not mass-produced. The organic cotton and catnip are ethically sourced.
Is it safe for cats?
Yes. The Croissant is made entirely from cat-safe materials: organic cotton and organic catnip. There are no synthetic dyes, no plastic components, and no small detachable parts. Catnip is non-toxic — it produces a temporary, harmless euphoric response and has no long-term health effects.
How long does it last?
The Croissant uses reinforced seams specifically to outlast standard catnip toys. Most mass-produced catnip toys fall apart within days of heavy play. The Croissant is built to withstand regular use. The blend's potency is sustained far longer than a single-herb toy — months, not days.
My cat doesn't respond to catnip. Will this work?
Sensitivity to catnip is hereditary — around 1 in 3 cats do not respond to it. Whether your cat is one of them or not, The Croissant makes an excellent play toy thanks to its blend of three herbs. On top of that, its shape and texture encourage bunny-kicking and carrying.