{"id":183,"date":"2020-03-17T16:43:00","date_gmt":"2020-03-17T16:43:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dogetoys.com\/?p=35"},"modified":"2020-03-17T16:43:00","modified_gmt":"2020-03-17T16:43:00","slug":"dog-toys-for-older-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.whatbreedisthis.com\/dog-toys-for-older-dogs\/","title":{"rendered":"Dog Toys for Older Dogs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
When your best friend starts to show signs\nof aging, it\u2019s more important than ever for you to keep their bodies and minds\nactive. Thankfully, there is an enormous assortment of toys specially designed\nfor senior dogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Often, their sense of sight, hearing and\nsmell begin to deteriorate, so it\u2019s vital to get toys that have the following\ncharacteristics:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Let\u2019s share some of the best ones on\ntoday\u2019s market. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Chuckit! Paraflight Flyer has an\naerodynamic design, similar to a Frisbee, but specifically crafted for dogs. Its\nlightness makes it drift on water making it best for ball games by the pool or\nthe beach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Paraflight\u2019s design consists of\nmulti-layered strong nylon which makes it durable for longer playtimes with\nyour dog. It has elevated rims and the edge is soft rubber making it easy for\nyour dog to catch and carry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The bright orange and blue color design\nhelps both the owner and dog easily find the flyer in areas with tall grass or lots\nof sand. These colors are fitting for older dogs with impaired sight to spot\nquickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Paraflight dog toy glides perfectly\nthrough the air and is easy to use. This is an ideal toy design to replace the\ntraditional Frisbee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While durable, the Chuckit! Paraflight\nFlyer doesn\u2019t make for a good chew toy\u2014your heavy chewers will rip it to shreds!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Not a chew toy<\/p>\n\n\n\n The KONG Senior Dog Toy is manufactured\nspecifically for older dogs. It\u2019s designed to physically entertain older dogs while\nstimulating their mental health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Filling the KONG with treats makes for\nlonger-lasting stimulation. Cleaning the KONG is easy because it is dishwasher\nsafe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This senior toy is made from rubber that\nis gentle on the gums and specifically designed for comfortable chewing. It\u2019s a\nperfect chew toy for your dog\u2019s dental health. However, it must be noted that the\nrubber develops an unpleasant smell after continued chomping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The irregular shape of the KONG toy makes\nit bounce unpredictably, entertaining your dog for hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The KONG Senior is not recommended for\nyounger dogs and aggressive chewers. If your dog falls into either category,\nyou\u2019ll be pleased to note that KONG has a variety of chew toys that are similar\nto this model but a little more durable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Pet Qwerks Talking Babble Ball is an interesting\ndog toy that makes funny sounds and talks, making this the ultimate toy for your\nold pooch. The ball is motion activated and enters sleep mode when not played\nwith.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With its sounds and smooth surface, this\nball keeps your dog occupied and active. Healthy exercise for older dogs is\nimportant and this toy provides that easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Its bright design makes this toy suited\ntowards dogs that have diminished eyesight. Also, the interactive sounds it\nomits help reduce separation anxiety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Being able to replace the Babble Ball\u2019s\nbatteries makes it easy to keep the play time lasting longer. The manufacturer states\nthat, because of its durable plastic design, should your dog activate the ball\nat least 100 times a day it will last four to six months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Like many other dog toys, this model is not\nsuitable for forceful chewers. And not all breeds enjoy the Babble Ball. Some dogs\nfear the sounds and withdraw when activated. Others chew the plastic, creating\nsharp edges that risk damaging their gums. So, monitor what your dog does when\nyou first present the toy, and rather put it away when play time is over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Squeaker Matz! has an assortment of soft\ndog toys that are perfect for older dogs. The interactive Cuddly Gator is guaranteed\nto turn into your dog\u2019s new favorite toy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Cuddly Gator has multiple rows of\nsqueakers inside that provide endless fun. The toy is tough enough to endure\nrough tug \u2018o war games with old dogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The soft texture is soothing on the gums\nfor older dogs and is not made for heavy chewers at all. This toy is made for\nindoor play only.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Cuddly Gator is perfect for older dogs\nthat are going blind and still require chewing on a toy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nKONG\nSenior KONG Dog Toy, Purple<\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Pet\nQwerks Talking Babble Ball<\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Outward\nHound Squeaker Matz Squeaky Dog Toy<\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n