Toys & Activities

This is where we review all the best indestructible dog toys, interactive dog games, long-lasting dog chews, and fun things to do with your dog — so you’ll never have a bored dog on your hands! Dog owners and experts share their all-time favorite dog items and activities — for yourself, your dog, or to give as a gift for a dog owner. Plus, lots of fun dog travel ideas and places to take your dog — either on car rides or on dog walks. Finally, our favorite DIY dog stuff and freebies for dog owners! Not sure where to begin?

Start here –> Fun Dog Stuff 101.

Making your own dog toys can be a lot cheaper than buying them from the store. Here are some fun dog toys you can make using tennis balls!

Looking for a way to keep your dog from pulling the leash when you're on a walk? Here are some tips. Plus why you should always maintain eye contact when you're communicating with your dog.

Whether you're looking for a Halloween costume for yourself, or your child, there are lots of ideas to choose from here. The best part: most of these are a cinch to make yourself! Dog lovers everywhere will be making -- or buying -- the following dog-related Halloween costumes this year.

Often, when a dog is having a hard time with car rides it is an issue from the dog's past. Somewhere the dog decided that car rides are bad, or even that cars altogether are bad things! Here are the steps for getting your dog comfortable with car rides...

There are a bunch of great products available to make summertime even enjoyable for our furry friends. Some of these are just for fun, while others will help your dog stay more comfortable during the high temperatures.

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All about President Obama's Portuguese water dog, Bo. See photos and videos of the official white house dog, from his first day with the Obamas, to their shopping trips at PetSmart together.

Our dogs lend us an ear, protect us from harm, and are loyal companions that love us unconditionally. Be sure to give your canine companion a gift that he'll enjoy. Here are some unique ideas to get you started...

Hosting a dog birthday party is not only a great way to have some fun, but it's also a great way to help socialize your dog. It's also a great reason to get together with friends and family that are also dog lovers. Here are tips for planning a dog birthday party.

The Gentle Leader head collar definitely transformed how both of our dogs walk on a leash with us. This was clear from the very first day we used it! Here's how it went for us...

Here are step-by-step instructions for making a tug toy for your dog, using items you already have around the house!

If you've always thought that your dog would make a good therapy dog, here are some things to think about -- plus a listing of the requirements for dogs and owners to become volunteers and therapy dogs.

Time for some new dog waste bags & a dog poop bag dispenser? The poop bags are easy. But finding a dog poop bag holder that you like is tricky. I found it!