Dog toys are for more than just fun. A good toy helps expend energy, develops a sense of smell and intelligence, keeps a dog occupied when left alone at home, and diverts the natural urge to chew away from furniture. Therefore, it's worth having at least a few different types of toys at home. Looking for cat toys? You'll find them in the cat toyscategory.
How to choose a toy for your dog?
- Balls and frisbees for dogs– for throwing and catching. A few long throws tire a dog out more than a long walk.
- Chew toys for dogs– durable rubber toys that withstand daily chewing and don't break into small pieces.
- Interactive toys and puzzles– treat-dispensing toys and dog puzzles: the dog has to work to get the food. All interactive toys.
- Snuffle mats and toys– food is hidden between fabric strips, and sniffing naturally calms the dog.
- Plush toys for dogs– soft toys with squeakers for quiet play at home. The full selection – plush toys.
- Puppy toys– smaller and softer toys, adapted for puppy teeth.
Toy brands
- KONG– perhaps the world's most famous rubber chew and treat-dispensing toys, as well as a wide selection of plush toys.
- P.L.A.Y.– designer plush toys with cheerful themes and seasonal collections.
- Ruffwear– durable toys for outdoor adventures: for throwing, tugging, and chewing.
- Kiwi Walkerand Chuckit!– bright balls, rings, and frisbees for active outdoor play.
- Playology– scented toys: the scent is released as the dog chews, keeping the toy interesting for longer.
- Pawzler– modular puzzles whose difficulty can be increased as the dog learns.
- District 70, Rukkaand Outward Hound– snuffle, tug, and interactive toys for daily activities.