Why Do Dogs Like Squeaky Toys?
Most dogs love squeaky toys, and most dogs will obsessively play with a squeaky toy until they get to the squeaker and ‘kill’ the toy, after which they rapidly lose interest. The most popular theory suggests that since domesticated dogs are ancestors of wolves, or have hunting dogs in their family tree, the noise your dog’s squeaky toys makes causes their natural prey drive to emerge. The squeaks and sounds coming from toys often mimic the sounds of scared or injured prey animals, and it’s in your dog’s basic instincts to react to these sounds by shaking, biting and tearing apart the squeaky toy in order to ‘kill’ it!
Our Favorite Squeaky Toys of 2020
Hide-A-Squirrel
Treat your pup to hide-and-seek fun with Hide A Squirrel! Just stuff the squeaky squirrels in the plush tree trunk, and watch as your dog sniffs them out. To keep the game going, just stuff them in again and again!
American Classic Squeaky Toy Set
Complete with burger, fries, milkshake, hot dog and chicken drumstick, this “bark food” toy set is ready for fetching, chasing and romping. Each fun toy comes with unique features like detachable parts and built-in squeakers to beat doggy boredom.Added durability thanks to the sturdily-built design featuring double layer exterior and double-stitched edges.
Bark Brew Chew Squeaky Toy
Comes with three plush beer toys in three different sizes—micro, pint and jug.
Reinforced with TrustyPup’s Chew Guard Technology—a tough lining that helps make these plush toys extra tough.
Constructed with squeakers and crinkle paper inside to excite your pup.
Kong Jumbler Squeaky Ball Toy
The interior tennis ball and loud squeak entice play, while the handles make pickup and shaking easy for both you and your playmate. With a combination of sounds and so many ways to play, the KONG Jumbler will ensure an exciting, active play session for you and your dog.
Hedgehog Squeaky Toy
This is what dog dreams are made of—with a spiky squeaker ball tucked inside for squeezing, chomping and pouncing!While the novelty toy may not be designed for aggressive chewers, it makes the paw-fect pal for any sidekick who loves a good snuggle!
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