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As consumers go, our cats can be some of the most critical connoisseurs around. Just when you think you've found the perfect playtime product, your four-legged friend lifts her nose in the air and goes back to shredding your sofa's arms in quiet protest. So if you're looking for a cat toy that can keep your feline happy and engaged, try an interactive toy or catnip classic that will earn a "paws up" from the most refined reviewer. Our friends at Zootoo rounded up some of their favorite fun toys for fussy felines to give your kitty a new spin on playtime. Petlinks Plushy but durable, the Mousefull Refillable Catnip Toy from Petlinks includes a tube of organic catnip to keep even the ...
Dogs will chase and scavenge and retrieve, but cats are easily the more natural hunters of the animal kingdom. Cats have a killer instinct. That's why toy mice should be left to cats and cats only, because cats have the killer instinct. They understand that the whole point of a toy mouse is for it to wind up dead. If this poor dog knew that, he wouldn't have that depressed look on his face by the end of this video. ...
thekellyscope, Flickr Q: We took our puppy to a training class at the local pet store. The trainer handed out a list of dangerous items that we should never give our pets, and on that list was a tennis ball. We thought this was odd. We've had dogs for years and have always thrown tennis balls for them. As a veterinarian, do you see a problem? A: Yes--and no. Our Golden Retriever, Shakira, is a tennis ball addict, and a daily dose of fetch has helped keep her lean and fit well into her senior years. But tennis balls do present a hazard that requires they be used only in supervised conditions. SEE ALSO: Why Does My Dog... Lick and Chew His Feet? The problem is that dogs have strong jaws ...
The perennial joke about children's toys is that you'll spend a lot of bread buying them something big and elaborate, and they'll end up spending more time playing with the box it came in. The same is true for pets. We spend epic amounts of money on toys when cats are perfectly happy batting at dangling pieces of string or your shoelaces. And dog, well, they genuinely love tennis balls and chew toys, but when all of those are too chewed up to play with anymore and you haven't hide time to buy replacements yet, improvise. ...
dr.regor, Flickr By Dr. Marty Becker, via Vetstreet Q. Are laser pointers safe? My cat really goes crazy when I get his out to play. A. As with so many other things, I have to give an answer and a caveat. For many cats, laser pointers are wonderful for getting in a good workout. For indoor cats, especially, pretty much anything that gets a cat moving is a good thing. But for some cats, these toys have been blamed for the development of compulsive behaviors such as excessive grooming. SEE ALSO: Why Does My Cat... Stare at Me? The worry most people have regarding safety is about the laser itself. Of course you shouldn't shine the light into your pet's eyes (or your own) on purpose, but ...
As Thanksgiving week and Black Friday sales officially kick off the holiday shopping season, your four-legged friends may be wondering whether Santa Paws will be leaving them a special toy under the tree. From feline-friendly feather teasers to plushy penguins for your pooch, seasonal toys can make playtime with your pet even more festive this year. To spice up your pet's stocking, our friends at Zootoo rounded up some of their favorite holiday toys for the furry folks on your gift list. Petco An adorable addition to your canine's stocking, the Holiday Cabin Fever Big Head Penguin Dog Toy from Petco gives dogs a plushy, durable option for indoor fun during the wintry months. The soft ...