High Tail Toys

12/25/2024

Happy Holidays from all of us at High Tail Toys. We are incredibly grateful for your support throughout 2024, and look forward to a wonderful New Year in 2025.

- Amy & Paula (human minions)

- Minka, Pooh Bear, Luna Hufflepuff, Snowy Hufflepuff, Mochaccino, Han Solo, Beetrix LeStrange, and Rocket Raccoon (feline overlords)

12/23/2024

Christmas came early for newly adopted siblings Niko and Nala, when they received a "Welcome Kitten" package from High Tail Toys. Niko adores his catnip-filled Toss-About from The Pussums Cat Company!

12/08/2024

Our former Midcoast Humane foster kitten from the Hobbits and Elves litter, Ollie (formerly Samwise) had Christmas come early today! His mom Jody gifted him a beautiful new Riverstone Cat Cave from High Tail Toys. This handcrafted, felted New Zealand wool bed will keep him warm and snuggly all winter.

Jody Lamscha is an integral part our business team, helping out cheerfully and tirelessly at the many shows we attend in the Portland area. We literally couldn't do it without her, and are incredibly thankful to call her a dear friend.

Jody also has a stellar new litter of English Labrador puppies available at Elsmere Labradors if anyone wants to add a beautiful dog to their family. Ollie looks forward to when they are old enough to play with him.

Twenty percent of our net profits are donated to Midcoast Humane. As long time kitten fosters, we support their mission and efforts to assist Maine pets in need.

12/04/2024

12/04/2024

❤ Give Hope and Save Lives by Joining us on Giving Tuesday ❤ In a typical year, nearly 3,500 resilient and courageous animals come through our doors. ✨As an open-admission shelter, no animal is turned away, and every animal is given as much time as they need to find a new, loving home.✨ You can help us give homeless animals the care and comfort they deserve with a contribution today, ensuring a brighter future for each of them. Will you help the homeless, abandoned and neglected animals of Midcoast Maine by making a donation? Donate today at MidcoastHumane.Org.

12/03/2024

High Tail Toys is pleased to commemorate Giving Tuesday 2024 with Midcoast Humane. Pictured below are co-founder Amy Wirtanen and Executive Director Jess Townsend, with the second installment of our $10,000 pledge in support of animal enrichment at the shelter.

The idea for our small business took hold five years ago, when co-founder Paula Brown bought some small felted wool balls to cheer up a tiny, sick foster kitten named Luna Hufflepuff. They were a huge hit, not only with Luna but with other fosters in the house.

Today, High Tail Toys carries a wide and varied line of quality cat caves, cat toys, and other felted New Zealand wool goods handcrafted by talented artists in Nepal and certified Fair Trade. We are also proud to have fostered and placed approximately 300 kittens from Midcoast Humane, and continue to pledge 20% of our net profits to the shelter in support of their mission.

The small wool balls, officially known as Looney Balls, are our signature cat toy, and a bag is given ro each adopter of our foster kittens. They're packed under the close supervision of now 5-year-old Luna Hufflepuff, who bears the title of High Tail Toys Managing Director. 😸

11/28/2024

11/27/2024

Ever wonder how our signature toy, Looney Balls, make it into thpse cute organza bags for sale?

Under very, very close supervision by our Managing Director, Luna Hufflepuff, that's how. Her preferred perch is my chest, so she can gaze down into the tub for the ultimate in quality control. At 13 pounds, that makes for interesting contortions on my part.

11/24/2024

👀 EXPANDED Markets start tomorrow! You ask, we answer with MORE makers, MORE bevs, MORE shopping and MORE venues. Thats right, TWO🤘 venues full of over 150 of the finest in the state, just in time for the holiday season!

& in full effect tomorrow for the Maker’s Market starting at 10AM sharp.

🚪s: FREEEEEEEEEEEEE ENTRY

And friends, don’t forget to 🚗 carpool with the crew, 🚌 hop the or 🚶/🚴 using the because it is going to be packed! Want to snag a ride with somebody? Hit them up 👇 to hitch a ride to the best market in the state.

Rise and shine! See you in the morning!

11/23/2024

Join High Tail Toys tomorrow at Thompson's Point for another wonderful Maker's Market. The show runs from 10 am - 3:00 pm., and it's bigger and better than ever, with 150 artists in two buildings!

We have a wide array of goodies for your feline friends, including a brand new shipment of handcrafted New Zealand wool Cat Caves, straight from our artisans in Nepal. Each one is unique, and cats adore them!

We design a lot of the items; everything is certified Fair Trade, and 20% of our net profits benefit Midcoast Humane, our incredible shelter in Brunswick. Please consider shopping small and local this holiday season to support the hard work and creativity of independent craftspeople.







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11/13/2024

* NEW PRODUCT ALERT *

If you're like us, you enjoy giving gifts to your furry family members over the holidays. We're proud to now offer PET STOCKINGS to hold all their treats and toys!

What better way to present their presents than in a charming keepsake stocking that can be used year after year?

Generously sized to hold lots of goodies, our pet stockings are handcrafted of 100% New Zealand wool and non-toxic dyes by talented artists in Nepal. A festive "Fair Trade Holiday" tag is attached to the hanging loop.

DIMENSIONS: 2" x 8" x 13"
WEIGHT: 2.4 ounces

Pet stockings are available at our upcoming shows. Can't make it to see us in person? No problem! Just send a Facebook message, or email us at

[email protected]

We'll happily compile an order for you or a gift for a loved one; we ship nationwide. The last date to order for Christmas delivery is Wednesday, December 18th.

Don't forget... 20% of our net profits benefit Midcoast Humane in Brunswick, ME. As long-time kitten fosters, we believe in and support the shelter's mission to aid Maine pets.

11/13/2024

High Tail Toys will be there!

11/13/2024

Wow!! Last Sunday's Maker's Market at Thompson's Point far exceeded our expectations, with a fabulous turnout and eclectic array of 100 artists and makers from Maine and beyond. Sales were very brisk for High Tail Toys ... Amy, Jody, and I barely paused all day, ringing up sales, bagging goodies, and restocking.

We look forward to returning on Sunday, 11/24. Please come visit us between 10 am - 3 pm!

Our booth will be bursting with cat caves (over 100 new ones expected in stock with some cool designs), unique cat toys and cat attractants, and gorgeous holiday decor (ornaments, pet stockings, and garland).

As always, you can expect high quality, handcrafted New Zealand wool felted products from us. We design a lot of the items; everything is certified Fair Trade, and 20% of our net profits benefit Midcoast Humane, our wonderful shelter in Brunswick.

There are many wonderful aspects to the Maker's Markets, and one is the ever rotating array of top notch vendors. These events allow small businesses to SHINE, so please, consider shopping small and local this holiday season to support our hard work and creativity.

10/25/2024

Greetings, Cat Lovers!

People have been asking where to find High Tail Toys this Fall. Below is our Show Schedule from now through December 2024. We have all kinds of wonderful products to enrich your feline friends' lives, as well as your own.

We're excited to offer both our staple products, including a wide range of stunning cat caves and unique cat toys, along with new offerings like decorative garlands, birdhouses, and plant pots. We've also expanded our popular line of Christmas ornaments and finger puppets, with more than 100 of each design. All these goodies are handcrafted of 100% New Zealand wool and Fair Trade certified. Many are designed by us.

Can't make it to see us in person? No problem! Just send a Facebook message, or email us at [email protected], and we'll happily compile an order for you or a gift for a loved one; we ship nationwide. The last date to order for Christmas delivery is Wednesday, December 18th.

Don't forget... 20% of our net profits benefit Midcoast Humane in Brunswick, ME. As long-time kitten fosters, we believe in and support the shelter's mission to aid Maine pets.

** High Tail Toys 2024 Fall Show Schedule **

OCTOBER

Sunday, 10/27
Maker’s Market at Thompson's Point
Portland, ME
10 am - 3 pm

NOVEMBER

Saturday, 11/2
MCHPP Harvest Craft & Food Fair
Brunswick, ME
9 am - 3 pm

Sunday, 11/10
Maker’s Market at Thompson's Point
Portland, ME
10 am - 3 pm

Sunday, 11/24
Maker’s Market at Thompson's Point
Portland, ME
10 am - 3 pm

DECEMBER

Sunday, 12/1
Maker’s Market at Thompson's Point
Portland, ME
10 am - 3 pm

Sunday, 12/7
NYA Christmas Craft Fair
North Yarmouth Academy
North Yarmouth, ME
9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Friday, 12/6 - Sunday, 12/8
Wiscasset Holiday Marketplace
Nichols-Sortwell Barn
Wiscasset, ME
10 am - 4 pm Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Sunday, 12/15
Maker’s Market at Thompson's Point
Portland, ME
10 am - 3 pm

Photo Credit:
Midcoast Humane rescue cat Han Solo modeling a Whiskers Cat Cave.






Thompson's Point
Wiscasset Holiday Marketfest
Wiscasset Holiday Marketfest 2024

10/12/2024

Maine Friends -

Please join High Tail Toys at the 56th Annual Fall Foliage Festival at the Boothbay Railway Village this weekend! Hours are 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, and 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. on Sunday.

A grand tradition, the Festival offers young and old alike opportunity to explore the historic buildings and exhibits, enjoy a train ride, sample scrumptious food from many vendors, listen to great music, begin holiday shopping with artisans and makers, and support worthy non-profits. Come catch up with old friends and make new ones while you enjoy the changing foliage and crisp autumn air.

High Tail Toys has a fabulous booth located inside the historic Town Hall (large white building on the left as you enter the gate). Our many handcrafted felted New Zealand wool offerings include:

● Colorful and Comfortable Cat Caves
● Cat Toys Galore - Balls, Springs, and Kickers
● Dog Bones, Balls, and Braided Tugs
● Charming Wool Birdhouses
● Animal and Bird Theme Plant Pots
● Captivating Floral Garlands
● Faux Plants
● Whimsical Animal Finger Puppets (75+ designs)
● Slingshot Kits with Looney Balls
● Christmas Ornaments (100+ designs)
● Holiday Wreaths and Garlands

We are also proud to carry:

● Dr. Pussum's Feline Elixir Premium Catnip
● Shady Cat Silvervine Powder

Below are just a few photos of our sustainable, eco-friendly, and Fair Trade Certified goods.

As long-time kitten fosters for Midcoast Humane in Brunswick and Edgecomb, we are proud to support their mission. Your purchase allows us to donate 20% of our net profits to help the many animals that come through the door each year.