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Your pooch is like your best friend; it accompanies you on
evening walks, plays, and stays with you through thick and thin.
The sweet sight of it in the morning prepares you for any
conundrum that the day may present to you. However, have you ever
thought about what your dog likes to play with? A dry, artificial
bone is good, but is that all you can give your dog for pleasure?
No. Dog toys may sound like an old hat means of entertaining your
dogs, but they are an important part of your pooch's wellbeing.
Choosing the right toys for your dog
If you are considering giving your dog some nice toys to play
with, you should make a careful decision. You need to consider
the following factors before making a purchase:
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AgeAge of your dog is an important factor to
consider. Three-week-old puppies still have baby teeth, for
which the toy should be soft and snug. If your dog is between
three and nine months, don't worry if you see it chewing on
your loafers. This is the teething phase and you should
consider chewing toys for your pooch. After the teething phase,
your dog will develop strong jaws. Now you can consider giving
it harder toys. However, on attaining seniority, your dog needs
to be switched back to soft toys because their jaws lose their
strength.
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Size All dog toys should correspond to the
current size of the dog. A big dog will need a bigger toy lest
they may crush it with their teeth. The right size of the toy
is also important to consider because a very small toy may be
ingested by it and block gastrointestinal tracks. Make sure
that you choose a toy that does not fit behind your pooch's
rear molars.
What dog toys are
available?
Now that you are careful about the factors associated with dog
toys, you can consider the following toys:
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Active toysHard rubber toys come in various
sizes and shapes and are great for chewing. If your dog likes
tug-of-war and chewing on different textures, then you can
consider woven and rope toys which are generally available in
the shape of a bone with done-up ends.
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Distraction toys Feeder or busy box toys,
which come in rubber shapes can be filled with treats to
distract dogs. By moving the cube around the dog's nose, paws
and mouth, it gets to the goodies. This is great for dogs that
tend to eat quickly.
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Comfort toys Soft stuffed toys are good if
your dog likes to carry them around or wants to shake or
“crush” their toys. These toys are usually sturdy that prevents
accidental swallowing.
8 of Our Favorite Dog Toys - A PetCareRx Pets’ Choice
When it comes to dog toys, the sheer amount of options can be
overwhelming. Chew toys now come in every shape and size, with
different thicknesses for varying degrees of dog size and age. Beyond that, there are plush toys,
rope toys, toys designed for dental
care, games designed to stimulate brain activity, high-tech
toys -- the list goes on!
To help you wade through the ever-deepening lake of dog toy options, here are 8 of our favorite
high-quality dog toys for any situation.
- Kong durability
- Unpredictable bounce keeps
dogs engaged
- The unique shape makes it
great for toss AND tug
- Tennis ball fabric 100%
non-abrasive
- Super-Durable PlayToy
- Ideal for Medium-Sized Dogs
- Stores Tasty Treats
-
SUPER Kong durable
- Great for even the strongest
chewer
- Bounces all over for hours of
entertainment
- Hide a treat in the center for
extra fun
- Textured to help promote
dental hygiene
- Infused with vanilla extract
to reign in doggy breath
- Durable rubber stands up to
even the toughest chewer
- Longer lasting flavor
- An all-time best-seller
- Machine washable
- The squeaky center keeps dogs
engaged
- A must-have for any water pup
- Kong durability
- The rope makes tossing a
breeze
- Great for tug and toss
- Squeaker drives dogs nuts
- Soft edges for gentle chewing
- Floats for aquatic play
- Great for fetch or tug
- Durable rubber for
long-lasting play
- Combo tire AND rope for
multiple ways to play
- Tire treads help clean teeth
- Kong durability
- Internal squeaker for great
engagement
- Football shape for easy
throwing
- Great for any dog
