Dogs love to chew on a fun toy. Providing dogs with toys to play with is necessary to promote the overall health and well-being of your puppy. Toys are not a luxury for your dog, but rather a requirement. Playtime is a critical component of their emotional and intellectual health and well-being. Behavioral troubles, such as gnawing on things, can arise when your puppy does not have the correct channels to follow their intuition.
Buying your dog a toy is a great way to help fight boredom when you are not in the house and stop your dog from developing behavioral problems. Dogs are often ready to play with just about anything. However, it's suggested to give toys that deliver a variety of uses and to rotate them every week to keep things safe and interesting. Training dogs to differentiate their toys from their humans belongings can prevent them from biting on things they should not.
How to select dog toys:
Dog toys should be safe, fun, and long lasting. Your choice for the toys depends on the age, size, and activity level of your pup. The best time to present toys into your dog's daily life is when they are puppies to help them form their teeth, muscles, and joints. Give pups with toys to chew on, chase after, bite, and pull as one way of aiding them in growing. Pups with baby teeth will need toys with a softer structure.
Another essential aspect when purchasing dog toys is the size of the toy in relation to the size of your dog. Too small of a toy is specifically dangerous with the danger of swallowing and choking. The toy you give your dog must be appropriate for your dogs current size. Choosing the best dog toy will ensure both a safe and enjoyable playtime. Safety must always come first, followed by excitement when choosing toys for your dog.
It's important to supervise your dog while they play with their toys. Visually examine their toys regularly to check that it has not been harmed to present a danger of choking. Switch out any toy that is damaged.
There are lots of options readily available for dog toys: from chew toys, rope toys, fetch toys, squeaky toys, and more. CB Pet Market in Livingston, NJ is proud to provide a variety of dog toys & our knowledgeable staff is happy to provide guidance on the right toy(s) for your dog. Give us a call or stop by today!