Training Toys
Training is an integral part of pet parenting. A well trained dog is truly a delight. With training, dogs become more social and know how to behave with other pets and humans.
— Varsha Verma
Training your pooch establishes a good relationship between you and your tail-wagger. You get to spend quality time with your dog and helps in building a healthy relationship with your dog. In turn, your dog learns to trust you and obey your commands.
For a well-trained pooch, it is important to be consistent and willing to spend time for training. Toys and treats go a long way in training your dog.
Here are 7 training toys for dogs:
Chew toys:
While teething, puppies love to chew – if not provided with chew toys, they can literally chew on anything – furniture, rugs, shoes, etc. To prevent this, give your puppy chew toys or dental toys.
So, whenever your pup or dog chews on some unwanted object, give him a chew toy. You can even put some treat on the chew toy to motivate him to chew onto it.
Tug toys:
Dogs love to play tug of the war. Buy a tug toy for him and enjoy a fun session with your pooch. Just don’t allow to let him be aggressive while playing. If he becomes aggressive, it is time out.
Fetch toys:
Dogs love to fetch and it is a great exercise for them. You can play fetch with your dog using fetch toys by throwing it in air and let your dog chase after it. Treat your dog when he gets it back to you. This will keep you and your dog entertained.
Self-play or interactive toys:
Dogs spend a lot of time indoors and many a times, we have to leave them at home alone. So, it is important to train them to stay at home alone and be occupied and entertained.
Self-play or interactive toys can keep your pets busy and mentally stimulated. A dog can spend hours playing with such toys which move, make sound or has treats within like kong toys
Food puzzles:
Food puzzles or treat balls not only keep your dog entertained but also help your dog use his hunting abilities to reach their meal. So, it will tire your dog and also make his tummy full.
Snuffle mats:
A snuffle mat is a type of puzzle toy that hides food inside layers of fabric or crevices. Your dog will not be bored looking for his food.
These toys are a blend of interactive and treat-dispensing toys. They are designed to release treats as your dog plays with them, making training sessions more engaging and rewarding. Toys like the Kong, Treat Dispensing Chew Ball are excellent for keeping dogs motivated during training.
By selecting the right toys and incorporating them into your dog’s daily routine, you can help prevent boredom, promote healthy behavior, and strengthen the bond between you and your dog. Remember, a well-stimulated dog is a happy dog, and training toys are a fun and effective way to achieve that happiness.