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submitted: May 16th 2008 | by: RebeccaFoxton | Total views: 2 | Word Count: 451 | |

As anyone who has ever owned a puppy already knows, dogs love to chew on things. Even with age, the urge to chew will not disappear.

Give them something appropriate they can sink their teeth into! It will keep your home from being destroyed and provide them with a more constructive outlet for their urge to chew.

Chew toys range from the simple to the sophisticated. At the uncomplicated end of the scale come the soft toys. Furry, durable toys your dog will love to chew, carry and retrieve. Multipet Curly Pets Dog Toy comes in Monkey, Kiwi, Frog and Pig and has the added bonus of a squeaky toy inside.

The Squirrel Hide-A-Toy will become a firm favorite with your dog - at last a squirrel they can hunt and catch made of durable materials for satisfying chewing action. Jakks Pacific makes soft, doublestitched toys which squeak when chewed. Rabbit and Opossum are ready to play, so let the games begin!

A toy might offer great chewing possibilities but dogs respond well to chewable toys that also taste great. Premier Busy Buddy Gnawhide Ring in large, medium and small sizes provide hours of chewing in a tasty treat. They are designed to fit Bouncy Bones, making the treat last up to ten times longer.

In the same way, sophisticated chewing toys which incorporate treats which have to be chewed out of their hiding places will give your dog hours of mental stimulation and make them work harder for their treats.

Why not purchase an Omega Paw Tricky Treat Ball, which will dispense treats as your dog interacts with it? Made of vinyl and easy for your dog to grip, this toy will dispense snack-size treats, making playtime even more fun!

The Kong Extreme comes in different sizes for different dogs - made from durable ultra-flex, a kind of non toxic natural rubber, it can be stuffed with treats such as Kong Stuff'N Mini Beef & Liver or peanut butter paste for hours of tasty chewing amusement.

If your dog is toy sized breed, the Premier Twist and Treat Small might be a better choice. The Twist and Treat's durable natural rubber is easy to fill and clean, and it's a great interactive toy for your dog's play time.

The Crazy Pet Bumble Ball can help your dog loose weight by engaging in a little extra cardio. The shaking and wiggling action will bring this toy to life, making your dog go crazy trying to catch it! You'll have a sleeker, happier dog after all the hours of calorie burning fun they will have with this toy.

Chewing doesn't have to be annoying! Stave off boredom and be a better owner by channeling your dog's natural instincts into a positive exercise.

About the Author

About the author: Rebecca Foxton can help you give your pet brilliant playtime with dog chew toys. For an excellent source of health tips for pet owners, visit her Fortiflora article series on Dog Buffs.

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