How to Choose the Best Toys for Your Pooch

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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:

• 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.
• 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:

• 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.
• 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.
• 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 AirDog Squeaker Dumbbell

• Kong durability
• Unpredictable bounce keeps dogs engaged
• The unique shape makes it great for toss AND tug
• Tennis ball fabric 100% non-abrasive

Kong Traxx

• Super-Durable PlayToy
• Ideal for Medium-Sized Dogs
• Stores Tasty Treats

Kong Classic Xtreme

• 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

Chompion Heavyweight Rubber Dumbbell

• 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

Multipet Loofa Dog

• An all-time best-seller
• Machine washable
• The squeaky center keeps dogs engaged

Cool Kong with Rope

• A must-have for any water pup
• Kong durability
• The rope makes tossing a breeze
• Great for tug and toss

Tuffy's Tuff-Scale - Captain Kurklops

• Squeaker drives dogs nuts
• Soft edges for gentle chewing
• Floats for aquatic play
• Great for fetch or tug

TireBiter Heavy Duty Tire w/Rope

• Durable rubber for long-lasting play
• Combo tire AND rope for multiple ways to play
• Tire treads help clean teeth

Kong Air Dog Squeaker Football

• Kong durability
• Internal squeaker for great engagement
• Football shape for easy throwing
• Great for any dog