Why Do Dogs Like Squeaky Toys?

While squeaky toys can drive us mad, our furry friends can’t get enough of those annoying playthings! This might seem like a silly preference, but there are many instinctual reasons why our pooches love squeaky toys! Keep reading to find out why our pups love these toys!

Immediate Feedback

Zoologists claim squeaky toys also activate a feedback loop. When Fido bites down on the toy, he hears a squeak. This squeak actually triggers the dopamine in your dog’s brain. Dopamine is the happy chemical, encouraging your pooch to continue playing with their squeaky toy!

Chewing and Teething

One of the reasons younger pups love squeaky toys is because they help them with teething. Squeaky toys are often made out of rubbery material, making them easy to nibble on. Teething is an essential phase of a puppy’s life. As puppies’ teeth grow, they start to explore the world with their mouths, chewing anything and everything they can. This causes puppies’ teeth and gums to grow sore and need soothing. Not only are these toys entertaining, these toys also soothe your pooch’s sore mouth.

Hunting Instincts

Many of these toys activate our pooches’ wolf instinct! Many zoologists believe that the noises squeaky toys make remind our pups of the small prey they’re hardwired to hunt and kill!  These toys activate our pooches hunting instincts, turning them into ferocious hunters!

Signaling time to play.

Have you noticed your pooch always playing with their squeaky toys right next to you? They’re usually trying to tell you they want to play! Our furry friends are actually much smarter than we think. They know that their loud toys get our attention! So, whenever Fido is squeaking his toy next to you, that’s a sign to take a break and play with your pooch.

Sometimes, our dog’s behavior is mysterious. But hopefully, you now understand why your furry friend loves his squeaky toy!