Toys provide pets with entertainment, encourage exercise and can prevent or solve many behavioral problems, particularly those involving destruction of the home or property. It is a natural activity for pets to chew or scratch.
Puppies love to sink their teeth into everything, so be aware of the importance of choosing the best safe dog toys. Having a variety of toys and chews for puppies will also deter them from chewing on furniture, shoes, wood doors and anything else they can get their teeth on!
Always follow the manufacturers' instructions regarding the durability and function of the toys you choose for your dog.
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PETCO Suggestions |
| Fleece and Plush |
- Are perfect for pets who like companion toys
- Are not for enthusiastic chewers
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| Vinyl |
- Are entertaining as well as functional
- Come in a variety of shapes and sizes that suit almost any size pet
- Usually have squealers or squeakers inside them
- Look somewhat like latex toys but are stiffer
- Are usually recommended for interactive play
- Should not be left alone with enthusiastic chewers
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| Cotton Rope Knots |
- Have cotton strands of rope knots that, if swallowed, are eliminated more easily than some other chews
- Provide a "dental floss" effect while the dog is playing with them, helping to clean teeth
- Come in several sizes for all sorts of play
- Are machine washable
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| Latex |
- Come in a wide variety of sizes, shapes and characters
- Are softer than vinyl toys and will stretch, which may result in a longer life
- May come apart in the jaws of strong chewers
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| Rubber |
- Are the toughest in the toy category
- Are for the hard players and are almost indestructible
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