While your little pup seems to be focused on perfecting the art of puppy dog eyes and chewing your shoes, being only a few months old is hard work. They deal with teething pain and tough training, and they’re constantly learning about the world around them. When you pick the right toys for your pup, they’ll serve the dual purpose of adding fun to their lives and helping with physical and mental development. Here are a few toys on the top of your puppy’s wish-list.
#1 – Brain Ball by Project Play™
Balls are always a puppy’s go-to type of toy, but this Brain Ball has a little something extra going on. It’s made from durable rubber and features a capped hole leading to a hollow center. Inside the ball, there are multiple levels of tiers. When you drop a tasty treat inside, your puppy has to use his brain to figure out how to move the ball and get the treat. It’s harder than it looks, and it’ll keep your pup occupied while helping him develop a sharp mind.
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#2 – KONG Puppy Teething Stick
Puppy teeth start to fall out to make room for permanent chompers at around 14 weeks old. As with human babies, teething can be painful for a young pup. Chewing helps relieve the pain, and that’s part of the reason why all your shoes now feature tiny teeth marks. This teething stick from KONG is designed to give puppies something safe to chew on as their permanent teeth break through the gums. There’s also a place to insert treats to encourage their food-focused minds.
#3 – FlossyTossy™
Once those permanent teeth start to come in, you’ll need to protect them from plaque and tartar. Chewing on this natural cotton and rubber rope drum toy from the Project Play™ line will clean their teeth without you having to do the work. The natural fibers act as floss to remove plaque from the back molars, and the natural pet-safe rubber scrapes teeth clean. When you purchase this toy, another toy will be donated to a shelter dog in need.
#4 – Flexible Flying Disc
Puppies can have endless amounts of energy, and tossing this fun flying disc for them to chase and catch will do you both a favor. Your pup will have fun sprinting after the toy, and all that exercise will help them sleep soundly through the night. Too much physical strain for a young dog could cause permanent damage to bones and joints, but casual playtime in the backyard will help them grow healthy and strong.
#5 – Chilly Bone
Permanently staunching your puppy’s urge to chew is a losing battle, but you can divert their attention away from your couch cushions with the Chilly Bone. This bone-shaped puppy toy is made from tough canvas. Soak it in water and then put it in the freezer before handing it off to your pup. It’s a great way for them to cool down on a hot day, and it also helps relieve teething pain.
#6 – Elephant Squeaky Toy
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Sometimes all a puppy wants is to snuggle up with something soft. The plush stuffed elephant from Project Play™ is made to be durable and has a squeaker to entice playful puppies. It’s a teaser toy and not meant for power chewers. Toss it across the room for your puppy to fetch or let them keep it close while they get snuggly on the couch.
