Does your dog love to play? Most dogs do. Dogs are very intelligent, and much smarter and more perceptive than people give them credit for being. It’s actually been found that dogs’ emotional states are actually nearly identical to that of their owners, closer than are out nearest primate relatives. West Paw knows how playful dogs are and has a great line of toys that not only satisfy the ‘play instinct’, but for every dog’s love of chewing.
Besides some great dog toys, West Paw also offers an extensive line of treats, including dental treats that may help to keep your dog’s mouth and teeth healthier. When we got our Gabby, she was a bit over three years old. We took her in for a cleaning since we could see that her teeth were dirty. The vet had to extract four teeth! We kept an eye on her teeth, and took her in for regular cleanings, but it was an uphill battle keeping her mouth clean. She was one of those dogs whose teeth would start getting plaque on them almost the day after a cleaning, too. I wish we had had some Natural Dental Sticks to help keep her teeth cleaner.
Keep Your Dog Mentally & Physically Active
If you have ever worried about the origin of the toys and chews you give your dog, West Paw can can help allay those concerns. Their toys are made in Bozeman, Montana, with recyclable materials that avoid phthalates. latex, and silicone. Not only are these toys made with safe materials, but they are tough, too, to help stand up to the teeth of the strongest chewers.
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The Boundr ball comes in two sizes, Small (2 balls) and Large (1 ball). Both of these balls are built for punishment for the most energetic chewers. The ball is hollow to give your dog the ultimate chewiness. The Boundr can provide great chasing fun with you, too. Be sure to get the correct size for your dog’s mouth.
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Does your dog love to chase things that you throw? West Paw has really nice throwing toys such as the Zisc flying disc, the Zwig, and Sailz. All three of these toys are durable and perfect for playing fetch with your pal. Dogs will pick up sticks to chew and for their owners to throw, which can cause splinters. Sharp points can hurt your dog’s mouth. Stick with West Paw for safe fetch toys.
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When it’s time for your dog to relax and relieve stress, he or she will look forward to a nice, thoughtful chew Even smaller dogs, like French Bulldogs, can have very powerful jaws, so it’s essential that they have something safe to chew on, like West Paws’ Hurley River Chew. Made in XS, S, and L, be sure to get the correct size for your dog.
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Another great way to provide fun and treats for your dog is with the Toppl, available in Small, Large, and Xlarge. This ingenious little toy can be filled with treats to let your dog figure out how to get them out. For prolonged play and interest, combine a small and large Toppl together to give your dog a more engaging puzzle. To help your dog get through hot weather, fill the Toppl with moistened treats and freeze. If you don’t want the Topl to tip over, add the Toppl Stopper.
West Paw oversees the production of all their toys and chews to make sure that they are not only tough, but nontoxic. Dogs enjoy mental stimulation, and these toys will help keep your dog active physically and mentally. These toys are made with recycled materials to help keep the planet safe, too.
All Kinds of Treats
Most dog owners dread when their dog has to go to the vet for a tooth cleaning because the dog has to be put under a general anesthetic, but West Paw may have an answer with their dental treats. In addition to these, West Paw also makes natural treats that can aid in training or ‘just because’. Once again, you can rest assured that these treats are made in the USA, under the watchful eyes of West Paw.
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Natural Dental Sticks come in Small and Large sizes, and can be paired with the Qwizl treat holder to help extend the life of the dental sticks. Not only can Natural Dental Sticks help to keep tartar and plaque at bay, but they also fight the infamous doggy breath.
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To really surprise your canine friend, try a Creamy Dog Treat. You can give a squirt of Nut Butter, Blueberry, and Chia Seed or Nut Butter Sweet Potato, and Chia Seed on you dog’s food to really spark the appetite of a picky eater. These Creamy Treats are made with all natural ingredients and are packed with antioxidants.
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If your dog suffers from food allergies, Single Ingredient Dog Treats may be the answer. These treats have just one ingredient – a high protein meat product. You can choose between Air-Dried Treats available in Bison Lung, Bison Tripe, and Beef Heart or Freeze Dried Beef Liver and Beef Heart. These treats offer a great source of protein, too.
Dogs respond well to treats at all times, but they are especially useful during training, and these treats may help to make the sometimes difficult training process a bit easier. West Paw also makes Montana Beef Sticks and Duck With Superfood. Your dog will really appreciate these ‘clean’ dog treats made here in America. Be sure to check out the Recipes page at West Paw, they have some great ideas for you and your dog.
Fuzzy Fun
We all know how dogs love to get their teeth into something fuzzy, and the Rowdies line of toys will give your pup plenty to chew on. They rather remind me of a family of trolls or other monster out of the depths of the forest. Dogs all have a prey drive to one extent or another and Rolf, Helga, or Olaf might just give your dog the opportunity to handle some ‘prey’. Attractive and funny, Rowdies should be able to enliven just about any home.
A Responsible Company
West Paw is a family owned company that makes everything it sells from American sources. They make sure that everything they offer is carefully checked through every set of the process, whether it pertains to treats, toys, or chews. It can sometimes be difficult to find products that are ‘Made in America’, but West Paw is one such company.
In addition to offering American made products, West Paw also supports keeping the earth as clean as possible. One of their projects is to recycle old toys such as Seaflx and Zogoflex toys; this allows them to be broken down and made into new, fresh items, reducing waste. West Paw toys and puzzle are made with Seaflex or Zogoflex and can be recycled indefinitely, all you need to do is send the worn toy back and West Paw will take it from there. What a thoughtful way to help the planet.
Along with all these other great thing West Paw does, they also offer a great guarantee that will replace items that don’t live up to your expectations within six months.