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Have you ever been to the pet store and gotten overwhelmed at all the options for dog toys?
What’s the difference between them all?
Does it matter which ones I get my puppy?
If you’re a new puppy owner you might not realize that there are different types of toys, and they each serve a specific purpose for your pup.
For instance, toys can help with important things such as:
- Obedience training
- Crate training
- Separation anxiety or isolation distress
If you Google what are the different types of dog toys, you’ll get a handful of different answers from different sources.
However, the Four Dog Toy Types video by Simpawtico Dog Training is by far my favorite breakdown of toy types.
Check it out below.
The Four Dog Toy Types [VIDEO]
1. Chew Toys
Chew toys are some of the best toys for your dog.
Chewing releases endorphins that calm your golden and keeps them happy.
Without chew toys, dogs can turn their chewing desires towards household items like shoes or furniture.
[Watch our video about the best chew toys for teething puppies here]
Some examples of chew toys are:
Kong Toys
