All dogs love to chew. You’ll be hard-pressed to find a more orally fixated animal. Ranking second only to their hyper-acute sense of smell, a dog explores the world with their mouth. For canines, chewing is a source of stress relief, comfort, entertainment, and exercise—for the jawbones, at least. Chewing is also a form of mental stimulation akin to a human reading a book.
Overall, chewing is a satisfying experience for dogs that prevents problematic behaviours and promotes feelings of satisfaction and contentedness. Given all of the above, you can likely see why a chew toy is not a luxury item for a dog, but rather a necessity. If you have a pooch, you should get them something to occupy their mouth, stat. But what exactly should you consider when selecting a chew toy? Are some toys better than others?
The short answer is yes. Not all chew toys are created equal, and there is a checklist of criteria you should factor into your purchase(s). If you only take one piece of advice from this post, then resist the temptation to go for something cheap. This could cause more problems than a few extra dollars. Read on to learn how you can make chewing safe for your dog.
‘Chews’ something from the following criteria
Without further ado—or should we say ‘a-chew’? (No, perhaps save that pun for the posts about canine senses of smell)—here is a list of things to look out for when buying a chew (there we go!) toy for your pooch:
Stylish Hound’s Hercules chew toys are so food-grade, you can actually stuff them with food.
‘Chews’ wisely!
You wouldn’t think that something as simple as choosing a chew toy could be such a delicate endeavour. As you can see, though, there are factors to consider, from material type to durability. If we had to give a recommendation, it would be the tug toys and Hercules chew toys from Stylish Hound. Not only are these toys high-quality and sustainably made, but they are made from the sort of material we recommend.
Stylish Hound’s tug toys.
Above all else, ensure that your furry friend can unleash their tensions on an outlet that is mouth-friendly and safe. Let’s do everything we can to make chewing safe for your dog. Say no to cheaper chew toys and spend the extra dollars for extra peace of mind. All of that aside, though, doesn’t your dog deserve the best? Of course, they do. So let’s choose wisely and get something top-dollar for your top dog—stat.
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