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Play & Training

Toys and training gear sized for the pet you have

Chews, puzzle toys, wand toys, scratchers and training gear, chosen by size and the maker's own supervision guidance, and checked against recall records.

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  1. Black, tan and white terrier crouched on a rubber play surface, chewing a red textured rubber ball held between its front paws
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    Chews that won't crack teeth

    What veterinary dentists say to avoid, and safer options.

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  2. Black and white border collie lying on grass, biting a pink textured rubber ring that a person holds out
    02

    KONG or Nylabone?

    Rubber vs nylon, by size chart and maker guidance.

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  3. Close-up of a red merle dog nosing a blue treat puzzle with red bone-shaped lids and white sliding bones, on a green quilted blanket
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    Puzzle toys for dogs

    Difficulty levels and the makers' supervision rules.

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  4. Gray tabby and white cat with a teal collar standing on a wooden stool, one front paw raised toward a brown and orange feather toy against a gray backdrop
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    Play with a cat

    Wands, kickers, puzzle feeders and the string hazard.

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  5. Black and tan Shiba Inu puppy lying on a tiled floor, chewing a knotted gray rope toy held between its front paws
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    Teething puppies

    Toys soft enough for baby teeth, per the makers.

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