Thursday, June 21, 2012

Dog toys | Talking about indestructible and interactive dog toys


Dog Toys

Introduction
Dogs are best friends for those who feel loneliness. They give you company when you’re lonely and cheer you up when you’re feeling blue. A great way to give back a part of the happiness you dog gives you is to gift your dog a dog toy. A dog toy is a toy that has been designed specifically for dogs to play with. They have a lot of fun spending time with these toys and you can feel happy inside thinking that you’re doing all you can to keep your dog happy.
Types of Dog Toys
·  Distraction Toys
Toys in this category include food delivery toys, Kongs stuffed with treats, Nylabones, chew challenge toys, puzzle toys and dental chew toys. These toys keep the dog busy and are especially useful when you are not able to play with your dog.
·  Bone Toys
Dogs really enjoy playing with bones. A dog bone is either a real bone or a toy bone which makes a good dog toy. Dogs may like carrying bones in their mouths. Sometimes they like to bury the bones and dig them up later to chew them. Other than recreational purposes, chewing is also beneficial for the dog as it helps to clean plaque off the dog’s teeth.
·  Rubber and Latex Toys
Rubber toys are great for dogs for recreational purposes. Some dogs are aggressive chewers. Rubber toys help these dogs to keep their biting instincts satisfied in a safe way. These toys may come in any shape or size. Chewing as a recreational activity is very beneficial for improving the dog’s overall oral hygiene as it helps to keep the dog’s mouth clean.
·  Sticks
Dogs enjoy chewing and gnawing small tree branches. Dogs also like retrieving sticks thrown by their masters.
·  Balls
Dogs like playing with balls very much. They are a great way to keep them healthy. Dogs enjoy jumping and bouncing on large balls, as well as chewing and fetching them. Playing catch with a ball is one of the favorite games of dogs.
·  Multi-functional toys
Some toys combine multiple elements of the above categories into a single toy, thus helping your dog enjoy his recreational hours in more ways than one. For example, hard balls are not good for chewing, whereas plush balls are difficult to throw. However, wrapping the ball in a plush exterior makes it the best of both worlds. These toys help dogs enjoy more while the owners have to buy less.
Safety
Safety is a main concern for both dog owners and dog toy manufacturers. Always make sure that the toys you buy for your dog doesn’t have small parts on which the dog might choke. Also the toys should be made from non-toxic materials.
Conclusion
Entertainment for your pet goes a long way in helping in his overall growth and development. If your dog is a happy dog, he’ll grow healthier. So take the time out to buy your dog a new toy and help him be a happier member of your family.

 Indestructible Dog Toys

Introduction
A dog can be a man’s best companion in his times of loneliness. When you’re feeling down and blue, the company of a dog can really cheer you up. A great way to show your dog how grateful you are to have them in your lives is to gift them a toy. A dog toy is designed specifically for dogs to play with. They are of many types, and depending on the type, they can have fun in different ways.
Indestructible Dog Toys
Dogs are equipped with sharp canines designed to cut, tear and chew. As a result, traditional dog toys often don’t last as long as you would like them too. A solution for this is to get toys from them which are termed ‘indestructible’ by the manufacturers. Although no toys are indestructible in the true sense of the word, there are many toys which can handle a lot of abuse and still end up in one piece.
Common toys in this category include Kongs (which are chewing toys), indestructible dog toys, tug toys, indestructible bones made of a very durable material called Zogoflex, goofy balls and canvas toys.
Safety
Safety is a major concern among dog owners and if you really love your dog, you’ll want him to be safe, even when he’s playing. The first thing to be kept in mind regarding dog toys is that they shouldn’t be made from toxic materials. If they are, just avoid them. The second important thing is to make sure that the toy doesn’t contain small parts which might cause a choking hazard.
Conclusion
The above mentioned toys go a long way in keeping your dog happy and cheerful. They also save you the need to have to go over to the pet store to buy a new toy once the old one is torn to shreds. So buy one today and reap its benefits.

Interactive Dog Toys

Introduction
Dogs are always pleasant to have around if you live alone or like company on lonely Sunday mornings. If you want your dog to have more fun, you can always gift them a nice toy which they’ll enjoy a lot, and also keep them busy when you are not free to play with them.
Interactive Dog Toys
Dogs love challenges. A great way to keep your dogs occupied is to gift them interactive etoys which keep them busy when you’re not free to play around with them. Dog toys come in many forms like chase-around toys, plush toys and puzzles. Some of these toys are very durable, so the owners don’t have to worry much about having the toys torn into pieces by the sharp canines of their dogs.
When you go to a pet store to buy these interactive toys, you’ll be surprised at how much technology has advanced. Some of the toys are so realistic that the dogs feel that they’re actually playing with a playmate.
Caring for you Dog
If you have a dog, you’ll know how much it means to you. It’s like a part of your family. If you want your dog to really enjoy the new toy you got him without hurting himself, be sure to buy from only reputed brands. This will ensure that the toys are safe for your pets.
Conclusion
Interactive toys are fun for your dogs, giving them a challenge which they’ll enjoy. Also, some toys are made so that both the owners and the dogs can enjoy them together when they have time to play. Read reviews online, compare various categories of toys, and decide on the one that’s the most fun, safe and entertaining toy for your dog.