Top dogs deserve safe, fun toys but unlike our furry friends all toys for dogs were not created equal.
It is an accepted fact that dogs who have nothing to do and are therefore bored, often are misbehaved – all dogs need physical exercise and mental stimulation. Owners cannot always be on hand to take their dog for a walk or play with them for whatever reason. A few well chosen toys is the answer to keep your dog happy and content.
There are many types of toys for dogs such as tug/pull toys, chew toys, cuddle toys and interactive toys in all price ranges but you should ensure that any toy you give your dog is safe. Many dogs’ toys have small parts such as squeakers in them which are dangerous if your dog swallows them – don’t waste money on these toys or put your dog at risk! Vets see more dogs in distress through swallowing small toy parts than any other type of accident. So safety is a big issue when it comes to dog or puppy toys.
Toys for dogs should be fun and engage your dog in play – interactive dog and puppy toys are a popular good choice as your dog can either play alone with these toys or you can join in too.
I have an 8yr old westie who loves to play – his favourite dogs toys of all time are his talking babble balls (interactive dog toys) which provide him with hours of fun! Sometimes I join in by rolling the talking ball down the stairs and he wears himself out in hot pursuit of this ball that teases him with cute little sayings like “are you ready to go?” or “you’re looking great big doggy!” The interactive balls are made of hard plastic and virtually indestructible so they are good value toys for dogs. Dougie has had at least 6 of these talking babble balls since they came out about 4 years ago but now PetQuerks who make the dogs toys have made the latest ones with replaceable batteries making the toy perfect. The talking babble balls are very safe for your dog as the battery housing is recessed so that your dog cannot get anywhere near it. This interactive dog toy is safe, fun and indestructible, making ideal puppy toys too. Apparently the toys are also a hit with children and cats love the small talking babble ball.
