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Have you ever played fetch or catch with a ball with your pup? Did you know toy balls could get lodged in your dog’s throat, leading to suffocation within minutes?
After Center for Pet Safety (CPS), a non-profit research and advocacy organization dedicated to companion animal and consumer safety, started receiving more reports on this, they conducted testing and concluded heavy balls with a smooth surface were particularly culpable in getting lodged in a dog’s throat, especially the balls thrown with a launcher. CPS recommends pet owners be very careful about throwing smooth and heavy balls to their dogs. If you use a ball launcher, launch away from the dog.
Always choose toys appropriate for your pet’s size. Use a ball slightly larger than your pup’s throat to help prevent a choking hazard. Always supervise your pets during playtime – choking can happen very quickly.
Playing with our pups is one of the best parts of owning a dog. It’s important to always put your pet’s safety first! 🐶🐱🐶
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