This is my puppy Chandler! He is a boxer/husky mix

As a proud mommy of a 11 month old pup, I know a lot about puppy toys! My little guy, Chandler is a ball of energy and requires a lot of toys and exercise. Living at my Chandler Crossings apartment is really convenient because there are so many parks nearby. I have tried a ton of different toys, and even though they say “indestructible” that isn’t always the case. Before you go out and spend a lot of money on dog toys, you should read reviews because you aren’t likely to get a refund if your little one doesn’t like their new toy.

Here are a few that Chandler loves:

The Kong!- This is a very durable rubber toy that has an opening so you can stuff it full of treats or food. Since you might have to leave them home alone for a while, this is a yummy treat that will keep them occupied for a while. You can even stick it in the freezer to make it like a Popsicle!

A rope- dogs love to tug! It is a natural instinct of theirs and playing tug is good exercise for both of you! Plus, if you search around your MSU student apartment I am sure you can find a rope like object lying around that you can use.

A ball- many dogs love to play fetch and it is a great way for them to use up their energy. I found a really cool ball at the local pet store that is great for fetch, but big enough to play tug with too. It is called the Holee-roller, its made out of durable rubber and it is one of the few toys that has lasted me a while. Check it out here.

-Interactive toys- I found a really cool dog bone that is rubber and has hollow ends where you put in small dog treats or pieces of food. It is a good way to keep them occupied because it is a challenge to get the treats out.

-Bones! Puppies like to chew, and bones are good for their teeth because it keeps them clean. It is better to keep a bone available to your dog so they are less likely to pick up those expensive shoes sitting in your MSU apartment!

Things to avoid:

-Small objects that dogs can easily choke on.

-Toys with stuffing in them, especially if you have a dog that likes to chew- they just won’t last.

-Expensive toys. Trust me, even if it says “indestructible” your dog will find a way to ruin it!

Posted by Katelyn Moore