Get Balls for Dogs in Redmond

Dogs love to play. Supplying dogs with toys to play with is necessary to promote the overall health and wellness of your pup. Toys are not a luxury for your dog, but rather a requirement. Playtime is a critical component of their emotional and cognitive health and wellness. Behavioral concerns, such as biting on things, can arise when your pet does not have the correct outlets to follow their instinct.

Getting your dog a toy is a great way to help prevent boredom when you are not in the house and prevent your pet from forming behavioral troubles. Dogs are typically willing to have fun with practically anything. However, it's strongly recommended to give toys that feature a variety of uses and to alternate them weekly to try to keep things safe and interesting. Educating dogs to differentiate their toys from their humans possessions can stop them from gnawing on things they shouldn't.

How to choose dog toys: 

Dog toys need to be safe, entertaining, and sturdy. Your option for the toys depends on the age, size, and activity level of your pet. The best time to present toys into your dog's life is when they are pups to help them form their teeth, muscles, and joints. Give pups with toys to gnaw on, chase after, bite, and pull as one way of helping them in growing. Pups with baby teeth are going to require toys with a softer texture. 

Another important element when purchasing dog toys is the proportions of the toy in regard to the overall size of your dog. Too little of a toy is especially dangerous with the risk of swallowing and choking. The toy you give your pet should 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 excitement when selecting toys for your dog. 

It's important to supervise your dog while they play with their toys. Visually examine their toys regularly to check that it has not been damaged to present a danger of choking. Remove and replace any toy that is damaged.

There are numerous choices readily available for dog toys: from chew toys, rope toys, fetch toys, squeaky toys, and much more. Sam's Cats & Dogs Naturally in Redmond, WA is proud to offer a variety of dog toys & our knowledgeable team is happy to provide support on the best toy(s) for your dog. Give us a call or stop by today!