Dog Toys For Your Pet

Dog toys should be fun, durable, and most of all, safe. There are many factors that contribute to the safety or danger of a dog toy. Many of those factors, however, are completely dependent upon your dog’s size, activity level, and personal preference. Another factor to be considered is the environment in which your dog spends his time. Although we can’t guarantee your dog’s enthusiasm or his safety with any specific toy, we can offer the following advice.

Be Cautious With Your Dog Toy Choices
The things that are usually the most attractive to dogs are often the very things that are the most dangerous. For example, some companies are selling dog toys that require your dog to push a long lever in order to receive treats. Avoid this type of toy as it poses a potential danger to your dog’s eyes. Sharp, pointy objects are always a bad idea when it comes to dog toys.
Also, dog-proof your home by checking for: string, ribbon, rubber bands, children’s toys, pantyhose and anything else that could be ingested.

Choose The Right Size Dog Toys
Toys should be appropriate for your dog’s current size. Balls and other toys that are too small can easily be swallowed or become lodged in your dog’s mouth or throat.

Make Sure Nothing Can Break Or Fall Off
Avoid or alter any toys that aren’t “dog-proof” by removing ribbons, strings, eyes, or other parts that could be chewed and/or ingested.

Soft & Squeaky Dog Toys Are Fine For Gentler Dogs
Our dog Daisy loved to carry around her plush dog toys. She was gentle with them and would never rip them apart. However, many dogs do like to play rough with their plush toys. If your dog likes to “rip apart” his or her toys, take note of any toy that contains a “squeaker” buried in its center. Your dog may feel that he must find and destroy the squeak-source and could ingest it, in which case squeaking objects should be “supervision only” toys. Remember that soft toys are not indestructible, but some are sturdier than others. Soft toys should be machine washable (ours are).

Avoid Rawhide Type Dog Toys
Rawhides soften when chewed and can become stuck in a dog’s throat. We do not carry rawhide toys – however we do carry a veggie rawhide called Sams Yams made from sweet potatoes. It is a tasty treat for dogs, but make sure to supervise them while they enjoy their treat.
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