Dogs love to play. Supplying dogs with toys to play with is necessary to encourage the physical health and well-being of your pup. Toys are not a luxury for your dog, but rather a basic need. Playtime is an important part of their emotional and mental health and well-being. Behavioral troubles, such as biting on items, can arise when your pet lacks the appropriate channels to follow their instinct.
Getting your dog a toy is a great way to help prevent boredom when you are not in your home and stop your pet from developing behavioral issues. Dogs are typically going to play with nearly anything. However, it's suggested to give toys that offer a range of uses and to rotate them weekly to keep things safe and intriguing. Training dogs to discern their toys from their humans possessions can prevent them from chewing on things they shouldn't.
How to choose dog toys:
Dog toys need to be safe, fun, and long lasting. Your choice for the toys depends on the age, size, and activity level of your pet. The best time to present toys into your dog's daily life is when they are puppies to help them form their teeth, muscle mass, and joints. Offer puppies with toys to gnaw on, go after, bite, and pull as one way of helping them in thriving. Puppies with baby teeth will require toys with a softer texture.
Another important variable when purchasing dog toys is the overall size of the toy relative to the size of your dog. Too little of a toy is especially hazardous with the threat of swallowing and choking. The toy you give your dog needs to be appropriate for your dogs present size. Picking the best dog toy will ensure both a safe and enjoyable playtime. Safety must always come first, followed by entertainment when choosing toys for your dog.
It's important to monitor your dog while they play with their toys. Visually inspect their toys occasionally to check that it has not been harmed to present a danger of choking. Replace any toy that is broken.
There are numerous options available for dog toys: from chew toys, rope toys, fetch toys, squeaky toys, and more. Luca's Pet Nutrition Center in Cleveland, OH is proud to provide a wide range of dog toys & our experienced team is happy to provide advice on the best toy(s) for your dog. Give us a call or stop by today!
