What toys does a dog need

In modern pet stores you will find a huge assortment of toys of various shapes, sizes and colors. The more toys your dog has, the better, so they don’t get bored. But before moving on to the main characteristics of the models, we note what exactly the benefits of toys are and why every dog ​​needs them.

Toys:

• make daily walks more active and exciting

• help in education and training.

• keep in excellent physical shape and improve coordination of movements

• strengthen the jaw apparatus and chewing muscles

• eliminate plaque and maintain healthy teeth and gums

• eliminate itching and reduce pain during the period of teeth change in puppies

• brighten up the leisure of the pet during the absence of the owner and do not let him get bored

• allow you to preserve the integrity of your furniture and things that the dog will definitely start to gnaw for lack of an alternative

• satisfy the natural need of dogs to chew

• prevent stress

• develop ingenuity

• help build true friendship and learn to better understand each other.

One toy cannot combine all these properties, but having a variety of balls, frisbees, fetches, ruffles, etc. in the house will make your pet truly happy.

In pet stores you will find toys for adult dogs and puppies, toys for training, dog and owner play together, interactive toys and puzzle toys that your pet can play on their own. The purpose of a specific model and its additional functions (for example, brushing teeth) are indicated on the front of the package. Please read the information carefully before making a purchase.

And now let’s talk about what features must have toys for dogs.

• Security

First of all, toys, of course, must be safe. Quality toys are made from non-toxic material. When chewed, they do not split and do not break up into sharp particles that can injure the dog’s teeth and gums. That is why it is strictly forbidden for dogs to give toys that are not intended for them: children’s plastic, soft ones. Plastic and some other materials, when physically impacted, break into fragments and cause serious injuries to the dog, and stuffing of soft toys, getting into the dog’s digestive tract, leads to serious disorders.

The composition of the toy should not include such harmful substances as phthalates.

Never purchase models with a strong chemical smell, poor-quality coloring, loose parts and inserts.

• Optimal size and shape

The toy must fit your dog in size and shape. Flying saucers for large breed dogs, for example, will not be to the taste of the Jack Russell Terrier.

• Sturdy toys for sawmill dogs

For dogs with very strong jaws, get toys that are tough and almost impossible to chew through. Such models are a real salvation for the owners of “sawmill dogs” who gnaw through standard toys in no time.  

• Ability to float

In the summer, when playing near water bodies, such models will be indispensable.

• bright colors

The bright colors of the toy will make it easy to spot it in the grass, snow or water.

• Easy cleaning

If the material of the toy is easily washed from dirt, this will be its additional advantage.

• Attractiveness for the dog

The toy must be attractive to the pet. To do this, wood chips, deer antler flour and other components that dogs like the smell of can be added to the composition. 

• Convenience for the owner

Toys for joint games should be not only attractive to the pet, but also convenient for the owner. For example, thanks to the central hole in the Frisbee plates, it is much more convenient to hold them in your hands or pick them up from the ground.

• Quality assurance

Choose from trusted brands. The best manufacturers guarantee the high quality of the produced toys and, in case of damage, even replace them with new ones.

When choosing a toy, be sure to consider the temperament of your pet. Very active dogs will quickly get bored with puzzle toys, and couch potatoes will not appreciate interactive toys that always have to be chased.

Do not be afraid to experiment, but choose only a quality product. Believe me, your pet will be grateful to you, because games are one of the most important components of a happy life for a dog!