Top Gifts for Dogs

The holiday season is quickly approaching. As you begin compiling your shopping lists you must remember all of your family members. Including your four legged family members. That's right! You're dogs should be remembered during this time of year that is all about family. And, why shouldn't they? Dogs are considered family members in a lot of American families. They are with us all day, act as our protectors and friends, and deserve to be spoiled. Here is a guide to help you as you shop for your four legged canine family members this holiday season.

Dogs love to play. There are a lot of toys on the market that gain the attention of dogs with a squeaky sound or delicious smell. Unfortunately, a lot of these toys are quickly destroyed as dogs, especially large dogs, play with them. Now, there is a dog toy that solves this problem. The answer is the Pet Select Ruff and Rugged Pimple Tower. This dog toy is a rubber tower made up of three tiers. The rubber used in the toy is specially designed, making the toy nearly indestructible. Even huge, strong dogs can play with this toy, carefree. The toy is also specially designed to give it some extra bounce. Dogs will really enjoy the extra bounce as they run and play with this super toy. A secret to this toy: stuff peanut butter inside the tower until it is full. Then stick the toy in the freezer until the peanut butter is frozen. When you are ready, take the toy out of the freezer and give it to your dog. The toy and frozen peanut butter will provide your dog with hours of delicious fun. Note: give this to your dogs before you leave the house to keep them occupied. This toy comes in several sizes and colors. You can find it at your local pet store or discount store. Prices are usually $5 to $7.

Another fun toy for dogs is the Chuck It Flying Squirrel. This toy takes the traditional Frisbee to the next level. The orange and blue nylon and rubber toy has a squirrel painted on it. The whole toy is specially designed to attain its greatest height, providing lots of fun and excitement for dogs. The sides of the toy have rubber on them and are raised just a little bit, allowing dogs to pick the toy up a little bit easier. Another great thing about this toy is that it floats. The toy comes in three different sizes for different size dogs and they range in price from about $6 to $12.

Another fun past time for dogs is playing with the Crazy Dog Catch Bubbles. These are bubbles made especially for dogs! The non-toxic bubbles even come in a peanut butter scent. This toy requires a human to blow the bubbles, just like you would for a child. The difference with these bubbles is that after a few seconds in the air they harden. You can catch them and stack them on top of each other. Once the bubbles are caught, you can blow them and watch as your dog eagerly chases them around. Shhh! Here's another secret. Don't tell the dogs! For those of you that have cats you can buy the same toy intended for felines in a catnip scent.

Dogs love bones. A new take on the traditional dog bone is the Chilly Bone. This toy bone has an interior that is like a sponge. You can get it wet and freeze it. Once frozen, give it to your dog for hours of fun. Dogs that love ice will especially love this toy. A great thing about this bone is that it can be frozen over and over again. Another great use for this bone is with teething puppies. The ice will feel great in their sore mouths. Another fun bone for dogs is the Wiggly Giggly Bone. This dog bone makes silly and crazy laughing noises that are sure to intrigue dogs of all ages. Both of these bones cost around $8.

These are several toys that are sure to give your dogs hours of enjoyment. Purchase one or more of these great toys for your dogs this holiday season and they are sure to love you even more, if that's possible.

Happy Holidays!