Providing Your Dog with Enough Toys

Author: Jake Rose

Variety is the spice of life. This holds no differently when it comes to pet toys, particularly those of a dog. Like a child, having just one or two isn't very stimulating or helpful to the animal. The dog should have a variety to help give a different range of playtimes. Of course, it's not toys like a child where they are pressing all kinds of buttons and learning things. But each dog toy is still unique and provides a different experience for the animal.

My dog has four toys that she loves. She is a beagle, and is easily distracted by so many things, yet these four toys keep her occupied and happy. They promote play, chewing, and just feeling good about doing something. They can keep her from just sleeping and being down when the weather is sad or there is no one home. This is a beneficial view for all dog owners.

My dog's favorite toy is the ball. It is a versatile toy, both for casual and more energetic play. She loves inside the house and outside the house. When she casually plays with it, she just holds it in her mouth, bites down on it a few times, and stuff like that. Sometimes she'll drop it or toss it, watch it roll, and then pick it up again. Nothing much. When she really wants to play with it, she'll have me throw it so she can chase it. It's one of her two active toys.

The other toy that keeps her on the go is Kong. It's a funny little toy that looks almost like a red snowman. It's built to bounce when thrown and is great for the outside, especially for those with big yards or parks to play at. Not only can you throw it far, like a ball, but it has a great bounce to it and can go off in many directions. It keeps the dog on its toys and excited to play.

Her third toy is a red Nylabone that has been around for years. She just loves it and it is her favorite chew toy. It is probably the best chew toy she could have. It's thick, strong, well-made, and still fun to chew on. This is great for dogs to keep their teeth strong and to give them something to chew on other than slippers and furniture.

Her fourth toy doesn't last long and is constantly being replaced, but she loves it. It is a rope, another great chew toy, but for a different reason. It's like a floss for dogs, helping keep their teeth and mouths clean and healthy. She goes to town on it, obsessed with ripping it apart in the first day. If it's a small one, she'll have it in threads all over the rug within an hour. But a nice thick, sturdy one will last for a while and keep her very happy.

These are my dogs four favorite toys, but they are not the only good toys out there for dogs. It depends on the dog's personality and the size. Some toys are great for smaller dogs, some for larger, some for calmer dogs and some for more active. They can be squeaky toys, plush animals, rawhides, and other special bones. They come in numerous sizes, shapes, and designs to provide a great variety of entertainment.

The key is providing your dog with a variety of toys to enjoy. This not only makes sure they will last longer, but also keep your dog occupied. They won't get bored fast with just one toy which can happen. Dogs, like all animals, need a variety of ways to have fun. We can't always be there to play with them, to run around outside or give them the attention they need and deserve. When they are left alone or the owner is too sick or busy, having a nice variety of toys can go a long way and keep the dog happy and amused.

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About the author: Jake Rose is a writer and artist from Massachusetts.