No matter the breed of your pup, these toys will keep them busy and entertained while helping develop problem-solving skills.
The Tug-A-Jug is an intermediate level puzzle which combines a textured rubber nodule that cleans teeth with a rope that tugs, as well as an accessible treat dispenser. Puppies must spin alternating jugs in order to access treats.
1. Kong Scrunch Knots Raccoon
Soft and cuddly on the outside; strong and durable on the inside – these realistic animal pelt toys are designed for throw, shake, tug and fetch games! Plush material scrunches around an internal coil rope create natural movement to stimulate play while satisfying natural instincts. No stuffing means no messy spillage and an internal squeaker adds extra fun! Comes in three designs – Fox, Raccoon and Squirrel!
Be sure to supervise your pup while playing and regularly inspect toys for damage, such as excessive chewing or missing pieces which pose a choking hazard. Replace any that show signs of excessive chewing or have missing parts which pose a threat.
2. Tail Teaser
Unlike most plush toys that quickly degrade and disintegrate in the presence of dogs, the Tail Teaser doesn’t contain stuffing; therefore it won’t fall apart during tug of war sessions but can act as an effective distraction tool while you complete other tasks.
This durable, crowd-pleasing toy is an excellent choice for training classes with active dogs who need an outlet. Plus, its floating design makes it great for water retrieval training as well as practicing cue words like “drop it” and “wait.” Available in both small and large sizes.
3. Bob-A-Lot
Food dispensing toys encourage dogs to search out treats while remaining physically and mentally stimulated, helping reduce destructive behaviors like chewing and digging.
This Starmark Bob-A-Lot toy is fully adjustable to meet any dog’s dietary needs, holding various food sizes without tipping over. It bobs and tilts on its weighted anti-slip base to release treats when your pup paws or nuzzles it with their nose.
This toy helps prevent dogs from overeating too rapidly, which may result in health issues like bloat. Furthermore, it increases their confidence and builds their sense of independence.
4. Zippy Burrow Hide-and-Seek Toys
Your pup will love this plush puzzle toy, featuring festive little stars to provide plenty of entertainment and mental stimulation for them! Simply pop one or more into place for some hidden-and-seek fun that won’t tire them out and boredom-reducing hide-and-seek play!
Allow your pup to explore this interactive hide-and-seek toy set featuring one Camping Tent Zippy Burrow and three small squeaky hedgehogs! They will love playing hide-and-seek!
Toys add an extra special touch to any pet portrait session, tapping into their natural instincts to foster playful, energetic poses that capture their personalities.
5. Kong Wobbler
Dogs of all breeds enjoy the unpredictable movement this toy creates on the floor, as well as its food dispensing capabilities which help slow down fast eaters and reduce bloat.
The KONG-shaped toy sits upright until nudged with nose or paw, then dispensing treats as it wobbles, spins and rolls with unpredictable motion that keeps this toy challenging even for experienced chewers.
Its design allows for simple filling and cleaning, making this product great for teething puppies while providing mental stimulation to high energy dogs.
6. CleverPet
CleverPet is an adaptive, connected dog game console designed to foster problem-solving skills in pets by rewarding them with food when they successfully complete a puzzle. It also features lights, sounds and touch pads to engage pets.
This device starts out by inviting dogs to simply touch lighted touchpads to receive treats, before gradually increasing complexity and being controlled by an app that also allows owners to remotely monitor their pups progress remotely. Owners report their pooches love playing with it as it presents challenges and provides hours of entertainment independently for themselves.
7. Chuckit! Launcher
This toy allows you to throw tennis balls three times farther than with just your arm alone, with hands-free pickup so that slobbery balls never need be touched again! Plus it comes equipped with hands-free pickup capabilities so you’ll never touch one again!
This durable plastic launcher is perfect for indoor play, eliminating the need to chase after your pup’s balls as they bounce all around the house. Easy to grab and use with no complicated hinges or locking mechanisms required – perfect for medium premium rubber fetch balls – it comes in multiple bright colors for added comfort and control! Plus it comes equipped with an ergonomic handle to enhance comfort!
8. Tennis Balls
Tennis balls are classic canine toys; they’re inexpensive, accessible everywhere and perfect for endless games of fetch. But these toys may cause dental issues in dogs.
Wellpets has reported that traditional tennis balls may grab hold of your pup’s teeth and wear them down over time, creating a layer of sandpaper-like surface that could harm their gums over time.
This hopper-style ball launcher requires minimal human involvement; dogs simply drop tennis balls directly into its hopper and it fires them automatically, with multiple distance settings for optimal use.
10. Water Bottle Toy
There is an assortment of interactive toys for dogs available on the market today, but most fall into one or more specific categories. It is essential to select toys according to your pup’s aptitudes, anxieties and interests in order to select something perfect.
Retriever dogs tend to favor tug toys, while basset hounds may prefer tension toys and terriers can benefit from snuffle mats. Many of these toys also include squeakers that pose potential choking hazards and should only be used under supervision during play time; one such toy features a plastic water bottle tied with rope that features anchors at either end for more stability.
