{"id":946,"date":"2020-12-04T15:52:42","date_gmt":"2020-12-04T15:52:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bowmanvet.com\/?p=946"},"modified":"2021-08-18T11:49:23","modified_gmt":"2021-08-18T18:49:23","slug":"popular-pet-toys-of-2020-were-making-a-list-and-checking-it-twice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bowmanvet.com\/blog\/popular-pet-toys-of-2020-were-making-a-list-and-checking-it-twice\/","title":{"rendered":"Popular Pet Toys of 2020: We\u2019re Making a List (and Checking it Twice)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"551\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bowmanvet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Bowman-Vet-Dog-with-Pet-Toy.jpg\" alt=\"Auburn CA Dog with Pet Toy\" class=\"wp-image-945\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bowmanvet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Bowman-Vet-Dog-with-Pet-Toy.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.bowmanvet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Bowman-Vet-Dog-with-Pet-Toy-768x529.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether we\u2019re ready for it or not, the holiday shopping season has begun in earnest. Leaving your pet off the gift list is likely unthinkable, but with so many pet toy options out there it can be a challenge to find something perfect for your furry friend!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re having trouble deciding what to get for your furry friend this year, the team at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bowmanvet.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bowman Veterinary Hospital<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has you covered. We\u2019ve put together a list of some of the most popular pet toys this year, along with some time-tested classics, so get ready to take notes. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bowmanvet.com\/blog\/holiday-pet-safety-tips-for-your-festivius\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your pet will thank you<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Popular Pet Toys of 2020<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The pet toy industry has exploded in recent years, and we couldn\u2019t be happier about it. Toys contribute to a pet\u2019s overall wellness by providing <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bowmanvet.com\/blog\/how-can-you-help-an-active-pet-stay-that-way\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">exercise<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, entertainment, comfort, and overall enrichment. The most popular pet toys of 2020 combine all of these features along with some fun modern touches.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Toys for the Dogs<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kong toys are classic and always popular. Besides their <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kongcompany.com\/kong-classic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">standard chewer<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Kong now makes <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kongcompany.com\/dog\/collections\/cozies\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">stuffed toys<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kongcompany.com\/dog\/collections\/squeezz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">squeezy toys<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kongcompany.com\/flyer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">this cool flyer<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. For those rainy or cold days when outdoor play isn\u2019t an option, try the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Chuckit-Indoor-Ball-Dog-Toy\/dp\/B004T5X0N6\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=march2020rover-20-20&amp;linkId=6ba887fc695f7bc11c65ffba0e67abc5&amp;language=en_US\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chuckit Indoor Ball<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or the large and colorful <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Flossy-Chews-Cottonblend-3-Knot-25-Inch\/dp\/B0017JDGZO\/\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=caninejournal-20&amp;linkId=82c43d2fb893f36c6cda103c616c9117\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flossy Chews rope toy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, not all dogs love to play fetch or tug-of-war. Good thing there are plenty of other options out there to satisfy every canine urge, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Squirrel-Interactive-Puzzle-Outward-Hound\/dp\/B000NV8940\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=caninejournal-20&amp;linkId=b5383c183a5e138d0224b425ebc2f6c6&amp;language=en_US\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outward Hound Hide-A-Squirrel Toy<\/span><\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Our-Pets-Interactive-Dispensing-ASSORTED\/dp\/B003ARUKTG\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=caninejournal-20&amp;linkId=2add4f6199bbf189b564f35e406c8aaf&amp;language=en_US\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OurPets IQ Treat Ball<\/span><\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/west-paw-qwizl-tough-treat-dispensing\/dp\/141278?utm_source=partnerize&amp;utm_medium=affiliates&amp;utm_campaign=1011l37387&amp;utm_content=0&amp;clickref=1101lc5ebbRK&amp;utm_term=1101lc5ebbRK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Qwizl Puzzle Toy<\/span><\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/smart-pet-love-snuggle-puppy\/dp\/196019?utm_source=google-product&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_campaign=hg&amp;utm_content=Smart%20Pet%20Love&amp;utm_term=&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiAkan9BRAqEiwAP9X6URcX74XsvHmkpNDUelRXkZWfrl1MNkM8WUCU6jjOJml0TVZD6OCSCBoCkQAQAvD_BwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Snuggle Puppy Behavioral Aid Toy<\/span><\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kitty Delights<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experts agree that cats are safer and healthier when kept indoors, but life inside four walls can quickly become boring without the right mixture of exercise and excitement. These products will fulfill both of those important needs for<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bowmanvet.com\/blog\/when-it-comes-to-cat-care-all-you-need-is-love-right\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> indoor cats<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (while keeping you sane and protecting your furniture at the same time):<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Scratching surfaces<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B071FZNK8K?tag=aboutcom02thesprucepets-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;ascsubtag=4153336%7Cnf9ef3b360cfc4974a2e34cfb01480d0b14\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">YOUthink Cat Scratcher<\/a> and the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/ScratchMe-Scratcher-Cardboard-Scratching-Furniture\/dp\/B07NW8DR66\/ref=sr_1_24?crid=2LT3IUB4R9S9L&amp;dchild=1&amp;keywords=scratching+pad&amp;qid=1605018338&amp;s=pet-supplies&amp;sprefix=scratching%2Cpets%2C193&amp;sr=1-24\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ScratchMe cardboard lounger<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> both double as a bed and play area.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Toys<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B000F9JJJE\/ref=psdc_2975306011_t1_B001BOVEU4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Da Bird <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is a modern twist on the classic feather-chase cat toy. Or check out this <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Rechargeable-Laser-Pointer\/s?k=Rechargeable+Laser+Pointer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">rechargeable laser pointer<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/pet-zone-play-n-squeak-mousehunter\/dp\/40799\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">realistic-sounding squeaky mouse toy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. We particularly love this <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/cats-meow-motorized-chaser-cat-toy\/dp\/179087?utm_source=google-product&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_campaign=hg&amp;utm_content=Cat%27s%20Meow&amp;utm_term=&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiAkan9BRAqEiwAP9X6Uel4GemMgInOPgWAhDgxT33eLwlTuYe2-a_c9o-hZcp2g8d1_wqn4xoCA00QAvD_BwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">motorized mouse chaser<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, too.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Food puzzles<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Food puzzles are a great way to stimulate a cat\u2019s natural urge to hunt and stalk their food. The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B003H44R5K?ascsubtag=[]st[p]cjws5ziuo000027yeqofeqwmn[i]gtaTOf[d]D[z]m[t]w&amp;tag=thestrategistsite-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FunKitty Egg Cercisor<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> fits the bill, as does <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chewy.com\/catit-senses-20-cat-digger-slow\/dp\/218187?utm_source=google-product&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_campaign=hg&amp;utm_content=Catit&amp;utm_term=&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiAkan9BRAqEiwAP9X6UV5Warb0lcxeoLtqamwmDT0pu5Z3vxxRPpZFPnemIrblh4VnwzyOBRoC-pcQAvD_BwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">this model from Catit.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pet Safety First<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always supervise your pet when they are chewing on or playing with any toy. Many toys can easily be chewed apart, posing a risk of choking or other injuries. Get rid of any toy that breaks or gets ripped up by your pet.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please don\u2019t hesitate to reach out to our team with any questions or concerns you have regarding popular pet toys. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bowmanvet.com\/forms\/appointment.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We are here for you<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether we\u2019re ready for it or not, the holiday shopping season has begun in earnest. Leaving your pet off the gift list is likely unthinkable, but with so many pet toy options out there it can be a challenge to find something perfect for your furry friend! 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