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These are the outdoor picks from our Interactive Dog Toys range: soft flying discs that float, a lightweight flying disc, a foam tug and throw ring, and a flying squirrel fetch toy that floats. They are for dogs that love to chase, catch and retrieve in the yard, at the park, on the beach or in the lake, and for owners who want toys that will not sink.

Floating discs and fetch toys

Soft flying discs are made for catching and are much kinder to teeth and gums than hard plastic. The American Kennel Club notes that softer disc toys are easier on the mouth. Several here also float, so the same toy works for fetch on land and retrieving in water.

Foam rings are light, easy to throw and float well, and make a good tug toy for two dogs or a dog and an owner. Flying squirrel shapes with loops are easy for a dog to grab mid-air and easy for you to throw a long way.

Water safety for dogs

The American Kennel Club recommends a well-fitted life jacket even for strong swimmers, constant supervision in the water, and starting in calm, warm water with an easy way out. Not every dog enjoys swimming, and none should be forced in.

The American Kennel Club also warns that dogs can swallow too much water while retrieving, which can cause water intoxication, and suggests small, flat toys for dogs that gulp water while holding them. Bring fresh drinking water so your dog does not drink from the lake, river or sea.

Playing fetch safely on land

Throw discs low and level at first so your dog learns to catch without leaping and twisting, which strains backs and joints. Avoid high jumping catches for puppies, seniors and long-backed breeds.

On hot days, play early or late and keep sessions short. Swimming and sprinting are hard work; the American Kennel Club notes one minute of swimming roughly equals four minutes of running. Watch for heavy panting and give regular rest and water breaks.

Care and when to replace

Rinse toys with fresh water after use in salt water or lakes and let them dry in the shade, which stops sand and algae building up and helps foam last.

Retire a disc or ring once it is torn, punctured or chewed into pieces, since foam and fabric fragments can be swallowed. These are play toys for fetch and tug, not chew toys, so put them away after the game.

Choosing the right outdoor toy

Dogs that love to catch suit soft flying discs, which are easy to track in the air and gentle on the mouth. Dogs that love to retrieve, especially water-loving breeds, suit floating rings and fetch toys with loops that are easy to grab.

Two dogs, or a dog and an owner, get the most from a tug ring. Choose bright colors for grass and water so you can find the toy again, and size the toy so your dog cannot fit it wholly in its mouth.

What toys float for dogs?

Foam rings and floating soft discs and fetch toys are designed to stay on the surface. Check a toy floats before throwing it into deep water.

Are flying discs safe for dogs?

Soft discs are much easier on teeth than hard plastic. Throw low at first and avoid high, twisting catches for puppies, seniors and long-backed dogs.

Does my dog need a life jacket to swim?

The American Kennel Club recommends a well-fitted life jacket even for strong swimmers, especially in open water, on boats and for dogs new to swimming.

Can my dog drink lake water while playing?

It is best not to. The American Kennel Club advises bringing fresh water, and dogs can swallow too much water while retrieving, so take regular breaks.