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Dogs can get bored just like any other pet, and toys are a great way to keep them active and entertained. But with so many options out there, it can be difficult to know which toys are the best ones for your furry friend. To help you make an educated decision, let’s take a look at 7 of the best toys for dogs. Frisbee: What pup doesn’t love to play catch? Frisbees are a classic toy that every dog should have in their collection! If your pup is more of a chewer than a catcher, look for one made from rubber so it won’t get destroyed too quickly. Kong Toy: Kong toys come in all shapes and sizes, making them...

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Exercising with your pet can provide a range of benefits to both you and your furry friend. Whether you take them on a leisurely stroll, play fetch, or go swimming together, the physical activity can have a substantial impact on both of your health and wellbeing. When you work out with your pet, it gives you an opportunity to bond with them while also being good for their physical health. Regular exercise helps improve cardiovascular function and muscle tone in dogs, as well as promotes better joint flexibility which leads to improved mobility. It also helps cats stay agile and maintain good muscle strength. In addition to physical health benefits, exercising with pets also has mental health benefits for both...

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Enrichment toys can enhance your pet’s ability to learn, helping them to develop new skills. It also promotes their natural behavior such as foraging, exploring and playing. Toys can help your pet relax, making them happier.  Giving your pet some toys to play with isn't only about making them happy. Toys, and playing in general, provide our pets with a way to meet some of their most elementary needs, from the need to be physically active to staying mentally stimulated. If your pet is showing signs of destructive behavior this could be because they’re not stimulated enough. 

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Many health benefits to humans occur when there is an emotional attachment to pets, we tend to care the most for animals that live with us. For example, a study that looked at attachment to dogs found that people tended to care about their house dogs more than those that lived in the yard. Higher levels of attachment to dogs has been associated with a greater likelihood of walking the dog and spending more time on those walks as compared with those with a weaker bond to their dogs. Sharing your life with a pet has been associated with a decreased risk of coronary artery disease, a reduction in stress levels and increased physical activity (especially through dog walking). The presence of a...

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