They throw away the present, and play with the box. Ours like strings too, but I'm very careful cause we've had them try to eat the strings a couple times over the years. So when I'm done playing with them, string gets put away.

We have toy mice everywhere all over the house, and they do use them. I'll find them soaked in the water bowls from time to time too. Must drown their prey I guess.

Nothing quite like hearing the patter of feet while they attack the little plush mice on the floor.

Glad Kira enjoys the shoelace! 😉 Take some pics!