We can’t keep these toys in stock at the store! Dogs absolutely love them and go nuts trying to yank out the squirrels, birds, or bees.  Perfect for interactive play, these toys sharpen your dog’s cognitive abilities by challenging them to “find” the critters inside.

Surprisingly durable, these toys hold up well to vigorous play and each have a strong squeaker.  The perfect gift for your dog to unwrap on Christmas morning…and it will keep him busy while the family is opening gifts!

It’s not often you find a dog toy that has been made right here in America.  Outsourcing from China has become so cheap that almost every tag I read says “made in China”. I worry about toys made in China because some have been found to contain high levels of lead, cadmium, mercury, and even arsenic.  All metals are highly toxic to humans and animals.  So, after researching American made toys to buy for the store, I’ve put together a list of my top 10 favorite dog toys made in the USA.

1. West Paw Zogoflex Toys- Hux, Hurley, Bumi, Huck, and Zisc.

These durable toys float, fly, and bounce. Environmentally friendly and great for big time chewers. Remy’s most favorite toy of all time is his blue Bumi.

2. West Paw Twist Tug Toy

This soft, durable tug toy is made from recycled plastic soda bottles.  West Paw toys are rigorously tested to ensure safety.

3. West Paw Tiny Turtle

These adorable toys are great for the little ones! They might be small, but they still have a strong squeaker. read more…

Many of my customers are only interested in buying products for their pets that are made in the USA.  I am always on the lookout for new and interesting products manufactured and sourced in America, but the search isn’t easy.  Most pet companies outsource the manufacturing and materials of their products to China because it’s much cheaper.  

That’s why I was SO excited to find the Vibram dog toys.  Not only are they made in the USA, but they are durable too!  They use non-toxic materials (some of the toys are even made out of running shoe fabric!), and constantly test the toys to ensure top quality.  Here is an article about how Vibram toys were donated to the African Wild Dogs, a rare breed with powerful jaws, at the Kansas City Zoo and withstood the test.

No toy is indestructible, but it’s refreshing to see a company like Vibram who not only makes durable and high quality products, but also takes extreme measures to ensure the safety of the toys and improve customer satisfaction.  Read more about Vibram products here.

They float, they fly, they bounce, they bend, and best of all…they last!

My dachshund Remy destroys toys with stuffing in a matter of minutes. He goes straight for the squeaker and 5 minutes later, there is stuffing all over my floor.  So, needless to say, I’m always on the lookout for durable toys that keep him occupied and happy.

I love the fact that all West Paw products are USA made and eco-friendly.  The Zogoflex toys are made of West Paw’s exclusive material which is VERY durable and pliable. They also float!  Since Remy loves to play fetch outside, I wanted to try the small Bumi first.  After almost 4 months of rigorous play, the West Paw Bumi is still in perfect condition!  It has become Remy’s favorite toy and every time I let him out in the backyard, he grabs it and wants to play! read more…