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Shop the best toys and puzzles for your dog’s development. NEW toys and puzzles are important to your dog’s development, providing both mental and physical stimulation; not just fun and games. Learn more in post Why It’s Important To Give Your Dog New Toys.
Below you’ll find: Interactive Dog Toys, Plush Dog Toys (Interactive & Independent), Independent Dog Toys, Dog Puzzles & Thinking Toys, and Dog Toy Variety Packs & Subscriptions. All of the toys and puzzles listed are washable.
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Interactive Dog Toys
Interactive toys are intended for play time together, such as fetch or tug-of-war. You should have at least two games you can play with your pooch.
Plush Dog Toys – Interactive & Independent
Plush toys can be for either interactive or independent play. Some dogs, like mine, prefers plush toys for interactive play. Others use them independently, treating a plush toy like a companion for comfort or anxiety, carrying the toy around or keeping it where they sleep.
Independent Dog Toys
Independent dog toys are intended as a distraction to keep your dog busy when you’re busy. Save these special treats for when you have something to do, so your dog has something do too. While intended for independent time, never leave your dog home alone and unsupervised when consuming treats.
Dog Puzzles & Thinking Toys
Dogs get bored, just like humans do. Puzzle toys that require your dog to think and problem solve to get a treat are great for mental stimulation. Sniffing actually activates your pup’s pleasure center and foraging for food alleviates boredom. Furthermore, experts say puzzle games will tire your pup out more than a 30-minute walk!
Dog Toys Variety Packs & Subscriptions
A variety pack is great to discover what types of toys your pup prefers. For instance, my dog does not like hard plastic or rubbery toys, he prefers plush toys and cotton ropes. Variety packs are also a quick and easy way to build a collection of toys to rotate so your dog doesn’t get bored. Learn more about toy rotation in How To Make Old Toys Feel New. No time to shop? For a great mix of new toys and delicious treats to keep your dog’s tail wagging for weeks, I highly recommend Bark Box. My dog LOVES them!
