Animal Crossing: New Horizons 3.0 Free Update added many cute new items, and the Cat Plushie is one of the most loved by players. This soft and lovely furniture item is perfect for decorating your island home or creating fun themed spaces. In this guide, we talk about ACNH Cat Plushie, how to get it, its price, customization options, uses, and more.
ACNH Cat Plushie Guide (3.0)
The Cat Plushie is a type of miscellaneous furniture item added in ACNH 3.0 Update. Unlike some large furniture, it has a small size, so it doesn’t take much space. What’s great about this item is that you can place it not only on the ground but also on surfaces like tables, shelves, or other furniture that can hold small items. The Cat Plushie has become a fan favorite since its release. Many players plan to collect every variation.
ACNH 3.0 Cat Plushie Buy & Sell Price
To get the Cat Plush in New Horizons, you need to use a special currency called Hotel Tickets, not Animal Crossing Bells.
Buy Price: 120 Hotel Tickets. You can only buy it from the Resort Hotel’s souvenir shop.
Sell Price: 3,000 Bells. If you no longer want the plushie, you can sell it to Timmy and Tommy at Nook’s Cranny for this price. But since it’s a cute and popular item, most players prefer to keep it or use it for decoration instead of selling.
Where and How to Get the Cat Plushie in ACNH 3.0?
Unlock the Resort Hotel:First, ensure you have the ACNH 3.0.0 update, upgraded Resident Services to a building with a plaza, and unlocked Kapp’n’s boat tours (by getting a 3-star island rating and inviting K.K. Slider). After that, Isabelle will announce the new hotel on your island’s pier in her daily broadcast. Visit the hotel at the end of the pier, agree to help Lelani decorate the first room, finish the design and take a photo, and the hotel will officially open.
Complete 4 Hotel Rooms: The Cat Plushie is not available in the souvenir shop right away. You need to finish decorating 4 different hotel rooms. This will trigger an expansion of the souvenir shop, and the Cat Plushie will be added to the shop’s inventory.
Buy It with Hotel Tickets: Once the shop expands, go to the Resort Hotel’s souvenir shop. Exchange 120 Hotel Tickets for the Cat Plushie. Remember, Hotel Tickets are earned by completing design jobs at the Resort Hotel, so keep helping villagers decorate their vacation homes to collect enough tickets!
Note: The Cat Plushie is part of the “Level 2 Hotel Souvenirs” group. Other items in this group include Bird-Of-Paradise (80 Hotel Tickets), Kiddie Partition (80 Hotel Tickets), Pampas Grass (80 Hotel Tickets), Wall-Mounted Bookshelf (100 Hotel Tickets), and Mug Shelves (150 Hotel Tickets).
Cat Plushie Variations & Customization Options
One of the best things about the Cat Plushie is that it has 8 different color variations. You can get different variations when you buy it, but if you want a specific color, you can customize it with Cyrus on Harv’s Island.
Orange Tabby: Main color is orange tabby
Gray Tabby: Main color is gray tabby
White: All white
Black: All black
Calico: White with brown patches
Cream & Brown: Beige and brown mix
Gray: Solid gray
Yellow: Yellow with white accents
How to Customize
Take your Cat Plushie to Harv’s Island. You need to have unlocked Harv’s Island and the customization service from Cyrus first
Talk to Cyrus and select the option to customize the Cat Plushie.
Pay 3,100 Bells for the customization. Then, choose the color variation you want. This is a great way to get the exact cat plushie that matches your real-life cat or your island’s theme!
How to Use the Cat Plushie in Animal Crossing 3.0?
The Cat Plushie is a versatile decoration item. Here are some fun ways to use it:
1. Home Decoration
Child’s Room Theme: Since it fits the Child's Room theme, place it on a bed, desk, or shelf in a kid-themed room. Pair it with other cute items like stuffed animals, toys, or colorful rugs.
Cat Room: Many players create a dedicated cat room on their island. Fill the room with cat-related items like the Cat Tower, Cat Bed, and multiple Cat Plushies of different variations. It will look like a cozy cat sanctuary!
General Decoration: Place it anywhere in your home for a warm, cozy feel. It looks great on bookshelves, coffee tables, or even on the floor next to a sofa.
2. Island Decoration
Park Theme: Place it in a park area on your island. Put it on a bench, near a flower bed, or next to a playground set. It will make the park look more family-friendly and cute.
Cat Cafe: If you have a cat cafe on your island, the Cat Plushie is a must-have decoration. Place them on tables, windowsills, or near the entrance to welcome visitors.
Outdoor Seating Areas: Add it to your outdoor sofa area or picnic spot. It will make the space feel more inviting and cozy, especially for photos.