These pet toys help curb chewing and soothe anxiety

A roundup of pet toys marketed to curb chewing and soothe anxiety is drawing interest from pet owners looking to ease stress and preserve furnishings. The collection emphasizes enrichment tools such as tough chew toys, lick mats and puzzle feeders that aim to satisfy instinctual needs while reducing boredom.

Among the items, a cat puzzle toy priced at $17.99 (36% off) from Chewy features an adjustable difficulty level and includes catnip, crinkle balls and a wand toy. A built-in anti-slip button is designed to prevent sliding and tipping during play. A dog puzzle toy priced at $11.19 (36% off) from PetCo challenges dogs to spin and navigate three layers of food compartments to reach rewards.

The lineup also includes a snuffle mat listed at $27.99 (7% off) with a big orange flower in the center and four layers of petals where treats can be hidden to keep a dog’s nose engaged. A cat play mat priced at $46 is designed to satisfy scratching, stalking and pouncing instincts while serving as a comfy bed and a fur catcher.

Other items in the roundup include a dog ball priced at $24.99, built with industrial-strength rubber to withstand powerful jaws, and a durable dog toy 2-pack at $26.94, described as an ultra-strong Kong Store toy for stuffing with treats to relieve boredom and separation anxiety. A pheasant feather cat teaser costs $4.99 and taps into a cat’s natural hunting instincts, while a moving cat ball with an elastic mesh tail sells for $15.91 (20% off) and mimics a mouse for hours of entertainment. A sensory snail dog toy is listed at $14.99, with a scented, squeak-and-crinkle design intended to hold puppies’ attention longer.

For interaction and training, dog buttons for communication are available at $11.97, allowing owners to teach simple words and phrases through voice and touch. A Furbo 360° dog camera is discounted to $59 (50% off) with the ability to see, talk to and toss treats to a dog via an app, offering a way to monitor and engage pets remotely.

The deals come from Fox News Deals, a roundup of pet enrichment products marketed as both entertaining and calming tools for dogs and cats. While prices and discounts vary, the collection highlights a spectrum of options from simple scented toys to interactive tech aimed at supporting mental activity and reducing unwanted behaviors in pets. Pet owners seeking to support their pets’ well-being may consider these items as part of a broader enrichment strategy that includes regular play, routine and safe environments.