Top Bird Dog Toys Out Now: Keep Your Buddy Busy and Happy!

Alright, so today, let’s talk about bird dog toys. You know, I’ve got this super energetic golden retriever, and finding toys that can keep up with him has been a real journey. So, I started my quest for the perfect toy for my pup.

First off, I tried some cute animal squeaky toys. These were a hit initially. I picked up a few from Outward Hound, especially their holiday collection. They were around $9.99, which seemed reasonable. The squeaks and crinkles were fun, and my dog loved carrying them around. But, well, they didn’t last very long. My dog’s a chewer, and these toys were more for the gentle giants, I guess.

• Tried squeaky toys, but they didn’t last.

Then I moved on to something a bit sturdier. I stumbled upon these PetSafe Busy Buddy Jack toys. They’re these tough, vanilla-scented rubber toys. The idea is they hold treats and clean teeth at the same time. Sounded perfect, right? I got one, and it was definitely tougher than the squeaky ones. My dog spent a good amount of time trying to get the treats out. It wasn’t a complete solution, but it was a step in the right direction.

• Found the PetSafe Busy Buddy Jack, tougher but not a total fix.

I also read about these Premier Busy Buddy Toys. They’re supposed to be super unique and durable. I didn’t buy them yet, but they’re on my list. I mean, if they can withstand the strongest chewers, they might just be what my dog needs.

• Considering Premier Busy Buddy Toys for the future.

Oh, and I checked out Target’s selection too. They’ve got a bunch of bird dog toys. I like that they offer same-day delivery, which is super convenient. I haven’t picked anything from there yet, but it’s good to have options.

• Looked at Target’s options, might try them later.

Next, I dove into some other types of toys. Kong toys, for example. You can stuff them with treats and even freeze them. My dog loves it when I freeze peanut butter inside. It keeps him busy for a while, especially on hot days.

• Used Kong toys, freezing them with treats works great.

And then there are puzzle toys. These are pretty cool. They’re safe and can keep my dog entertained for quite some time. I got one where he has to figure out how to get the treats out, and it’s been a lifesaver during those long afternoons.

• Enjoying puzzle toys, they keep my dog occupied.

Of course, we also play with herding balls and tennis balls. The herding ball is great because he can play with it on his own, or we can play soccer together. And tennis balls? Classic fetch. It’s a simple game, but it never gets old.

• Playing with herding and tennis balls for some good old fetch.

Lastly, I got a rope toy for tug and fetch. It’s pretty durable, and we have some intense tug-of-war sessions with it. It’s a great way to bond and get some of his energy out.

• Using a rope toy for tug-of-war, it’s a lot of fun.

So, that’s been my journey with bird dog toys so far. It’s been a lot of trial and error, but I’m getting closer to finding that perfect mix of toys that can keep my furry friend happy and engaged. If you’ve got a high-energy dog like mine, I hope my experiences can help you out a bit!