If you have a dog or a pandemic puppy at home, you know that every day is their day.
Aside from a few extra morning scratches and extra helpings of their favorite treats and snacks, one of the best things you can do to spoil your puppy is to give them new, stimulating and sometimes tasty toys.
As many of us head back to the office and leave Fido to fend for himself at home, having the best dog toys is especially key for mental stimulation and a happy dog when you come back for more playtime. .
Whether it’s a motorized ball for solo play or ropes, stuffed animals and balls for playtime with the whole family, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite picks for a playful pup.
Just fill with your dog’s favorite snack and they’ll play for hours with Kong.
This wobbly, red rubber toy is a must-have for dog owners, as you can be sure that they will be occupied and entertained for a long time. Fill the bottom hole with treats — like peanut butter or anything else they like to eat — and watch them try and get it all out with their paws and flaring tongue. Plus, if you shop at Chewy during the holidays, spend $100 and get $30 to spend next.
Show fido major love with the Woof Pupsicle. Safer than bones (and more fun), this dynamic chew toy offers up to 40 minutes of playtime. Just unscrew the top, add the treat, and watch him go to town trying to get it.
As you may already know, the benefits of chew toys are huge, helping to relieve your dog’s boredom, promote dental health and reduce stress. What we love most about from Woof is that it is carefully designed. The slots in the top minimize dog waste from pooling and the toy itself is made of non-toxic, BPA and phthalate-free natural rubber. Best of all, it can be put in the dishwasher for cleaning. Smart, convenient and clean? We love it!
Pupsicles are available in sizes Small to Extra Large. Go for a single Pupsicle ($25) or try The Starter Pack ($44) or The Alpha Pack ($75, shown above). The latter includes Love Nuggets, Doggy Broth, Treat Tray and of course, The Pupsicle. It also qualifies for free shipping!
Don’t worry — it’s not Actually sushi
Stimulate your dog’s brain and appetite with this puzzle feeder from Chewy. The sushi pieces actually cover little holes in the board that you can fill with their favorite foods. Then watch them try to figure out how to slide the sushi to reveal the foods for endless fun and delicious playtime.
Also, during the holidays, spend $100 on Chewy and get $30 off your next purchase.
If your pup likes to tear apart soft toys and eat the stuffing, this might be for you.
This set of three ZippyPaws Skinny Peltz is a best-selling item on Amazon Pets, at just $15 for three toys. The best part is that there is no stuffing inside for them to destroy or eat, while still satisfying their need to hunt, chew and play as much as they want.
A hyper dog needs a Hyper Pet to keep them company throughout the day.
Hyper Pet toys are great for getting your distracted dog’s attention, as they wiggle, vibrate and even bark when played with. Start with the whole set and then get different replacement covers for the toy, such as crab, monster or unicorn styles.
This is a game where you and your dog win.
The Game from Fable is a wobbly, treat-filled toy that will make your dog beg for more. The silicone toy can hold over 1½ cups of dry food, allowing your dog to keep up with mealtime and exercise as well, as they try to figure out how to get the food out with multiple difficulty settings to challenge even the smartest of pups.
Hot dog!
Give your dog delicious food that looks like human food but is better and more durable. Perfect for tough chewers and toy destroyers, this super strong chew toy will put their chompers to the test — all while looking adorable.
Your dog loves the squeak but you sure don’t when it’s midnight and you’re trying to sleep.
Give your ears a break while not taking away their squeaky fun with the Hear Doggy brand of toys. Inside the plushie is an ultrasonic, silent squeaker that only dogs can hear, letting you relax and letting them go to town with their new toy.
Your dog is a little hunter — even if he’s a teddy bear inside.
Take nature hunting through the adorable array of squirrels hiding in the plush log. Your puppy will spend hours trying to get the squirrels out of their hiding holes. Then, when you’re home and ready to play, use the squirrels for a game of fetch, toss them something, or chuck the whole log back and forth for endless play.
Give your throwing arm a break with this handy toy.
ChuckIt is a great way to keep playing fetch all day long, even if your arm and back hurt from bending over to pick up the ball. Scoop it up and launch it back at your pup with the launcher without breaking a sweat. The ball is made of rubber, so the dog can chew, and the launcher has an ergonomic sport handle for easier handling.
When you can’t choose how to pamper your new puppy — don’t.
Just pick up this multi-pack of 18 fun toys perfect for a teething or biting puppy. The pack includes ropes, teething rings, spike balls and some soft toys with squeakers to keep them busy for hours, going from one toy to the next all day long.
Why should you be the only one going out for brunch?
Treat your pup to a hearty brunch with this set. The menu includes a croissant, chicken and waffles, eggs Benedict, avocado toast and a bloody Mary to wash it all down. All items come in a box for shipping and storage when the meal is finished.
