Favorite Things

Baseball is American as apple pie.  As the playoffs are now underway, celebrate America’s favorite pastime at www.DogToys.com with your pooch!  Get the glove out and have a catch with Fido with a Planet Dog Baseball It’s durable, bouncy, bouyant and minty. Made in the U.S.A. Recyclable, non-toxic and rinses clean. 3.25″ diameter Planet Dog’s Baseball is rated 5 out of 5 chompers.  And while the game is on, twist off the cap of Fido’s own beer.  Bowsers Beer is hops and alcohol free and is made with 100% American-made beef broth (made from real beef, not out of a can) and malt barley (good for their coats), and glucosamine for healthy joints.

It seems like everyone is adding a little bling to their fashions these days. Now your dogs can too with these adorable collars charms.

  
[Many styles of dog collar charms available now at DogToys.com]

But these charms don’t have to stay on just your dog’s collar either. These are great for your keychain, charm bracelet, purse or backpack. Really anywhere you can think to hang them will work. Just a little something to show the world you are a dog lover!

Here at DogToys.com we know how much dogs love to play. In fact it seems like it is always time to play when you’re a dog (unless of course it is time for food or time for sleep that is).

So since dogs are thinking “play time” nearly every second of every day, we thought we would share this fun Play Time Clock with you all.

It’s only $16.99 and is available over at CafePress.com along with some other fun play time items.

DogToys.com is proud to report the launch of its “Made in the USA” sections. Due to an overwhelming demand for American made products, 13 pages containing hundreds of items, have been devoted to USA made products.

Consumers remain hesitant to purchase items from China. The want for products made in the US has only increased due to the 2007 pet food recall and 2008 children toy recall.

Gina Mirolli Crespo, General Manager, commented: “We received such a large number of phone calls and inquiries, in search of American made dog products. Customers want to spend their money on quality items they can trust. For many owners, their pets are as precious as their children – and they deserve the best. We are proud to say none of the thousands of products we carry have ever been affected by a recall.”

DogToys.com is hoping that the support of national companies and small businesses will help strengthen the US economy. Twenty-three lines are manufactured in the US; many of these are all natural, organic or eco-friendly products. Quality, innovative products that meet the high standards of DogToys.com are added to the site frequently.

US made products range from: Apparel, Ball Toys, Beds, Collars and Leashes, Dental Toys, Feeders & Bowls, Grooming Items, Plush Toys, Rubber Toys, Supplements, & Treats.

Note: Not every product on the website is American made, only those located in the “Made in the USA” section and sub-sections. http://www.dogtoys.com/madeinusa.html

Concerned that your dog might be putting on a few extra pounds? Then GREENIES LITE dental chews are the ones for them. GREENIES LITE dental chews are specifically formulated to help clean teeth and support weight management. Not only are they low in calories, but they’re rich in vitamins, antioxidants and minerals.

GREENIES LITE dental chews now contain added natural sources of antioxidants to help support or promote a healthy immune system, as well as natural sources of dietary fiber for digestibility. Plus, our new recipe now carries the Veterinary Oral Health Council (VOHC) Seal of Acceptance.

Greenies Lite come in 4 sizes: teenie, petite, regular and large.  These treats are made in the USA.

Buy in bulk and save. Buy by the Case! Save on each bag and get Free Shipping* when you buy a case of 24 bags. Greenies have a 2-year shelf life. Share them with your friends.

Spring is around the corner and with it is the mud that comes as the ground defrosts.  A person may wonder, “how do I keep my dog and house mud free,” during the ground thawing months of March and April.  DogToys.com would answer ”with a Bamboo Mud Magnet of course.”

This unique 2-in-1 design converts from a glove to a mitt to make cleaning your dog’s paws easier. Wipes paws clean without water. The mud magnet is made of super absorbent microfiber holding six times its weight in dirt and water.

It is quick drying too. Simply hang it by the loop to dry between uses. The mud magnet paw cleaner can be used multiple times before washing it. Can be machine washed and dried for easy clean up.

Use the mitt to clean larger surface areas and the glove for deep cleaning between toes.

Ever wonder how your dog was able to open a door/cabinet/box?  For those of us that have mischievous dogs, we have the perfect toy to keep them looking for more.  The *new* Kyjen Puzzle Plush are fun, interactive, and thought provoking.  The puzzles occupy dogs and eliminate boredom, but they also develop a dog’s intelligence and puzzle-solving skills.  Just hide the soft plush squirrels (or treats) inside the plush log for dogs to remove over and over again.

Every dog has its day! Share your beloved pet’s photos online for free! This is a great way to show all your friends and family your wonderful best friend and they can buy prints and gifts right from your photos. Once your dog’s photos are online you can put your favorite photos on pet bowls, playing cards, jewelry and so much more.

Get your first 20 prints from digital pictures free at snapfish.com

Plus get additional prints for only 12 cents each every day!

The winter season can be quite boring at times for dogs that are couped up inside the house for the majority of the day.  Yes, it is too cold to be outside for a long hike unless your dog is properly attired, so how do we give our dog stimulation and exercise?  Play Hide and Seek.  If your dog is obedient, have him/her stay in one room and you hide in another.  Call him/her once and wait for them to find you.  Give tons of praise when you are found.  I started doing this with my Weimaraner when he was a puppy, hiding behind a chair, or behind an open door.  Gradually I hid in harder to find places like deep inside the closet or in the basement.  Either he sniffed me out or I made a sound and he heard me, but stimulation incurred no matter; exercise occured as he ran around the house looking for me.  This may not be the best way to exercise your dog, but hey, it’s the winter and we’re stuck inside, so let’s make the best of it.  Have some fun.

Are you having trouble getting your dog to go outside to do his business?  Despite being covered head to paw in fur, dogs do get cold in the winter!  You may not know, but a dogs under belly has much less hair and therefore needs to be protected against the cold.  Breeds with short coats, like Chihuahua’s, Greyhounds, Weimaraners and Whippets etc. will benefit from wearing a coat during a frigid stroll around the neighborhood.   

There are many styles to choose from chic to practical and materials that vary from fleece to knits.  Keep your dog warm during a romp in the snow!