Christmas Gifts For Dog Lovers
Author: Roy Thomsitt
Let's admit it, the US and UK are both countries of dog lovers,
and dog owners love to indulge their dogs like children. You
only have to listen to a dog owner call out to their dog,
playing in the park or field, to realise how devoted they can
be. Being devoted, dog lovers, and their friends, like to give
dog gifts. Dog lovers often refer to their dogs as "baby", or
to themselves, when talking to the dog, as mummy or daddy. It's
no surprise then that dog toys are a big market, and can make
excellent dog lover gifts.
Choosing the right dog toys can be more difficult than you may
think. The problem is, you probably "think" in a human way. Dog
lovers, and those buying gifts for them, love to buy cute,
squeaky toys for the dogs, or give them stuffed animals which
they can chew on and carry around. That's really the human
thinking in baby terms. The result is likely to be a dog lover
gift for the dog lover, not the dog.
If you are buying a gift for a dog lover, or are a dog lover
buying for your own dog, then try to remember that dog toys
have no need to be cute to look at. A dog does not appreciate
cuteness, so if you want a real dog gift, rather than a dog
lover gift, then look for something practical, fun for the dog,
durable, and safe.
The Best And Safest Toys For Dog Lover Gifts
An important consideration with gifts for dogs is size. Kongs,
balls, and other common dog toys must be small enough that the
dog can chew them and also carry them. However, they should not
be so small that they can become lodged in the dog's mouth or
throat.
For the same reasons, durability is an important factor,
particularly for a dog that loves to chew. A toy that will
break apart easily can become a hazard as the small, sharp
parts of the toy can be swallowed, caught in the dog's throat,
or they could cut the mouth and gums. A hard rubber Kong,
easily one of the best dog toys ever conceived, is a great
choice for a dog lover gift.
If you, or the dog lover you are buying the gift for, has a
gentle softie of a dog, then you can consider softer toys, like
the popular "squeak" toys made of thin plastic and full of air.
These are good for dogs that are that bit gentler. Such dogs
are unlikely to chew through these softer toys, so again these
can be good dog lover gifts if chosen with the type of dog in
mind.
A good ol' tennis ball can be a good choice, but are great for
some dogs, and poor choices for others. This is likely to
depend on size. If the dog is too small to fit a tennis ball
all the way into its mouth, then it can be an excellent toy,
one which the dog will love but will cost you very little. If
the dog is a large one with a large mouth, and the tennis ball
fits all the way in, then the tennis ball becomes a choking
hazard. Your dog lover friend or relative may not thank you for
buying a box of tennis balls that endanger the dog and land him
with emergency vet bills.
About The Author: This gift for dog lovers article was written
by Roy Thomsitt, owner author of the
Gifts For Xmas website, http://www.gifts-for-xmas.com,
and the Xmas ornament website: http://www.xmas-ornament.com
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