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Caution With Rope Toys

Almost all pet parents including myself have bought their pups a rope toy or two… Most dogs love them, I know mine do. They throw them around, they play tug-a-war, or they just sit there and teeth on them for a while.

The caution I wanted to share is what happens when they break through the knot and the strings become loose… Some dogs get really excited as they start to chew into things, they get this motivation to keep going until they destroy it. As a pet parent with two very big busy mastiff’s, having their minds occupied for a couple hours chewing on their toys is a wonderful break. It is really important though to still keep an eye on them.

I experienced a potential close call a few times with my puppy mastiff. Bourbon is a serious chewer, sometimes I think he should work for a dog toy company as a tester to see if their toys are really chew resistant lol… I’m serious, almost every toy that a pet store has said is made for major chewers, usually lasts a day or two, sometimes less…

His first big knot rope toy was like christmas day for him. He was throwing it up in the air, he was rolling on it, and finally he found a spot on the couch and just went to town chewing on it. This was a routine for him for a few days, after play time he would get the rope toy and spend some time on the couch trying to rip through it. this routine worked well until one day I noticed he had pulled some long strands off and then he ingested them. I tried not to get to worried, I called my vet and he told me to keep an eye on him. The next day while he was going to the bathroom he was having a hard time pooping, he started freaking out… Turns out the string was stuck causing problems for him, and he didn’t k now what to do. I had to help him and pull it out, he laid on the floor for a bit after and didn’t want to move, I through out the rope toy. I spoke to the vet and he told me a was lucky, that a long enough strand could get trapped in his body as he passes it through… I was pretty shocked when he told me this. Bourbon is okay, he was back to normal after about 10-15min and I haven’t had any issues since. The vet also did tell me that although it is a caution, it’s not something that happens often, I just need to keep an eye on him when he plays.

That was not his last rope toy, he has had a few more since then, I just make sure I take them away from him before he can ripe off long strands of rope.

Rope toys come in all sorts of shapes and sizes. I strongly caution you to get the right size for you pup. I only get the biggest toughest ones I can find, this way they will last a bit longer and the risk is reduced. For a medium breed I would look for one that is better suited for a larger breed, and for a small breed use the size that is best suited for a medium. That or only use these toys on supervised play time.

       

 

I pulled a few examples of the variety you can get rope toys in now. Just click on any of the images and it will take you to the full page with details and pricing for each. The great thing is, you can get these toys almost anywhere that sells pet supplies.

I really hope I was able to illustrate some caution that should be taken when we give our pups new toys. It’s great to give them things to stimulate their minds and to keep them busy… Stops them from looking for your shoes or socks to chew on. Just keep an eye on them, and it they were to ingest something they aren’t suppose to at least then you will know and will be able to act accordingly.

 

Puppy Play Time

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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I know it doesn’t look like it… But this is my ‘puppy’ Bourbon. He’s 18months old and 145lbs baby. Play time is his favourite time of the day. I try to play with him every night just before dusk, it helps him relax before bedtime.

During the winter months we all don’t get much time outside to play and just enjoy some fresh air. Play times are few and far between, and walks are about a quarter of the time… Trust me a get it. But now that the weather is a lot nicer and we all want to be outside enjoying the fresh air, a really good idea is to take some extra time to play with your pup.

A tired puppy is a happy puppy. Or should I say a happy pet parent.

Bourbon is playing with his new Mammoth rubber tire I just got him. He loves it, I started by having him out with just a squeaky ball, but he went back in the house to get the tire to play with. Finding him toys that last more then 5min is tough, he’s a big dog and a major chewer, but so far this seems to stand up.

Name: Mammoth Tire Bitter

Price: $13.14

Website: Amazon.ca

Description: Its a non toxic rubber chew. The toy is advertises that its good for all ages. the inner layer is a two ply flossing nylon. the toy is available in three sizes, 6″, 8″ and 10″.

So far I’m really happy with the toy. Bourbon seems to love it, and he had my other mastiff playing tug a war with it and  its still in one piece. Thats a plus in my books.

 

Kong lounger Dog Bed Review

Name: Kong Lounger Dog Bed

Review: 5 stars

Price: $76.99

Website: petsmart.ca

Description: Made with durable fabric for added strength, this lounger is also water resistant, and made to last for your pup. The Kong lounger bed is offered in a few different color options, and is also is machine washable. The bed is made up of three separate sections, the main body and the two sides. Each section has a zipper so it is easy to take the cushions out when you want to was the bed.

Pros: This lounger is a bit of a staple at petsmart, I keep seeing it every reason come out in different colours. The bed being made of water resistant materials makes it perfect for puppies and adult dogs. Kong is known for its chew resistant fabrics. I have two in my home with a serious chewer and he has never chewed through his bed. There are different sizes also available, so you can pick the one that best suits your breed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bourbon is much bigger now then he is in these picture, but 17months later it is still his favourite spot. He has one in the living room and one in the bedroom.

Cons: This bed is not recommended to put into the dryer. You should hang dry it first and then once it is dry you can fluff it up in the dryer if you like. The cushions on the inside wont wash well so is the do bed starts to smell a bit, you will have to use a fabric freshener – that is safe for your poets of course- .

Recommendations: I honestly love this bed. I would recommend it to anyone. The pros of this bed for me way out way the few cons it has. My sister just recently got two mastiff puppies, I recommended this bed to her. The price is also really reasonable for what it is. If you are looking or a new bed for your pup I would definitely suggest to check this one out

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JW Pet Hol-ee Roller Dog Toy Review


 

Toy Name: JW Pet Hol-ee Roller Dog Toy (Color Varies) size: Medium

Review: 4.2 (on the site)

Price: $10.99 USD

Link: JW Pet Hol-ee Roller Dog Toy (Color Varies) size: Medium

Website: Amazon.ca

Description: This toy is made of tough yet flexible rubber that can be twisted and bounced around. This toy comes in small, medium, large and x-large sizes. Colours vary. This toy in intended for play time and fetch, not as a chew toy. It is recommended like all toys that the dog be supervised while playing.

My Review: I am a pet parent to a 145lb Cane Corso puppy. He is an intense chewer and destroys everything I give him to pay with. Im constantly looking for new toy for him to play with since he is a very active and busy puppy and like to have things to do. I have had many people recommend this toy to me but I was really sceptical because it didn’t seem to sturdy.

I Finally decided to give it a try… He absolutely loves it, he loves that he can throw it around in the house and because its not hard rubber it bounces around but doesn’t make a lot of noise or is hard on the floors. He like to play tug a wore with the other mastiff we have in the house, and with me of course.

The shape and style of the toy with the big wholes make it easy for him to play with. Because its soft rubber he can squish it and roll on it.

The only thing I have an issue with, is that it really smells like rubber. When the puppies and I are playing, my hands after smell of rubber and when Im near the toy I can smell it as well.

Durability has been great so far, Bourbon usually demos his news toys within a few hours….

                                         

Recommendations: Based on the price, and the fact that it has really held up to the test of my crazy chewer I would recommend this toy to someone to try. Yes I hate the smell of rubber, but I much rather have a busy puppy playing with his toys then a busy puppy eating my couch… and yes he has done that…

 

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