The right toy depends on two things: how big your pet is and how they like to play. Use this page together with the size, material and pack details on each product page.
1. Match the size to the mouth
- Pick a ball or chew that cannot fit entirely inside your pet's mouth. If you are between two sizes, go up.
- Read the weight or breed range on the product page. A toy listed for small dogs is not meant for a 70 lb chewer.
- Multi-packs are counted by the number of pieces in the listing title. Check the count before you compare prices.
2. Match the toy to the play style
Dogs
- Chewers look for rubber, nylon and dental chews. Choose a size up and replace the chew once it is worn down.
- Fetchers do well with balls, throwing discs and launchers. Brighter colors are easier to find in grass.
- Tuggers want rope and tug toys with a handle for you to hold.
- Thinkers enjoy puzzle feeders, snuffle mats and treat dispensers, which slow down mealtime too.
Cats
- Hunters chase wands, teasers and feathers. Put wand toys away after play so strings are not left out.
- Batters like small balls, tracks and rollers they can swat on their own.
- Kickers grab and bunny-kick long plush kickers, some with catnip.
- Climbers and scratchers need height and texture: cat trees, scratch pads and tunnels.
3. Play safely
- Supervise play with any new toy until you know how your pet treats it.
- Check toys often. Throw away anything torn, cracked, or broken into pieces small enough to swallow.
- Remove tags, labels and loose packaging before handing a toy over.
- Rotate two or three toys each week to keep them interesting.
Still unsure?
Email support@winterrealmx.com with your pet's size and how they play, and we will suggest a size or style from what we stock.