Dog Toys

Play and action are part of a dog's day-to-day life like sleeping and eating. Dog toys help to satisfy your dog's urge for exercise and encourage the bond between humans and animals by allowing for interactive play fun in many cases. At bitiba, we offer you a huge selection of toys for dogs, including products from renowned brands like KONG. The range includes classic chew toys as well as robust dog toys to throw, tug and fetch. Simply choose the toys you want and conveniently order them online.

All dog toys that encourage your dog to move and keep occupied are useful. Of course your dog's individual preferences have to be considered, as they can differ depending on age and breed. For dogs with a big urge for exercise, for instance, dog toys that can be thrown are recommended – you can hurl them a long way and encourage your dog to chase after them. Chew toys adapted to age and size are also part of the basic equipment, since dogs have a natural urge to chew and bite. If you don't want your shoes, sofa cushions or furniture to be used for this purpose, you would be well advised to give your pet a chew ball, toy bone or other dog toys to chew.

There are several things to consider when choosing suitable dog toys for puppies. For very young dogs that still have their milk teeth, there are special puppy toys made from soft, elastic material, such as natural rubber. It's very important that there are no small parts that your puppy could swallow and that toys also withstand wild spells of biting and chewing.

There are very resistant dog toys that are also suitable for dogs with strong jaws and provide long-lasting enjoyment. But are dog toys indestructible? You shouldn't assume this, because even the most robust dog toy can wear out over time and break. It can be dangerous for your pet if components become detached, so worn-out dog toys should be replaced. We would also advise to keep your dog under constant supervision whilst it is playing.

Many activity toys for dogs are equipped with a squeaker, which makes squeaking noises when the dog bites or squeezes it. The acoustic stimuli can also encourage play and make the toy more interesting for dogs. However, dog toys without squeakers are also available, because not all dogs like loud toys – and owners may also feel annoyed by overly frequent squeaking.

Since dogs like to chew at their toys extensively, it's important that they are made of non-toxic materials. For instance, natural materials like rubber or cotton are recommended. Braided ropes and ropes made of cotton can also assist with dental hygiene, since the fibres push themselves between the teeth when chewed, so can help with teeth cleaning.

The manufacturer's care instructions should be observed here. Cuddly toys are often machine-washable, whilst it's usually sufficient to wipe the surface of rubber balls or other dog toys made from solid material. Hygiene is definitely important to avoid germ formation.