These 16 Highly-Reviewed Toys Would Totally Be On Your Pet’s Holiday Wishlist

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These 16 Highly-Reviewed Toys Would Totally Be On Your Pet’s Holiday WishlistIncluding a Stanely cup for dogs and a puzzle feeder that might leave your pet stumped.

Every pet owner thinks their fur child is the funniest, smartest, and cutest. Yet, not every owner is compelled to write Amazon reviews for toys for said pet. To give your four-legged friend a treat and to have a few laughs along the way, we rounded up a selection of highly-rated pet toys that all have incredibly convincing reviews.

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Some are humorous toys (see Stanley cup for a dog) and some are straightforward games and chews that may make your pet so happy, you can’t help but smile. 

Regardless, all are loved by people and pets alike and make for a great gift for a cat or dog that you love like a grandchild, godchild, nibling, or neighbor.

1.

A certain 40-ounce trendy tumbler

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You take your Stanley everywhere, and now your fur bestie can have their version. While it’s not a real Stanley, it’s a good stuffed, squeaky look-alike, that is about the size of a real tumbler. 

Promising review: “My dog loves his tumbler as much as I love mine! This is a must have for all the Stanley girlies out there. If you have an emotional support cup, so does your pup BUYYYYYY ITTTT!!!!!!!” —Stephanie

Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in five colors).

2.

A toy that’ll get your cat going

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We’ve written about this $4 cat toy before, that’s been recommended by a certified feline behavior specialist, and it went on to be one of the best-selling items here to date. Made from a a springy piece of steel wire with cardboard rolls at the end, it’s simple and genius, tapping into your cat’s native drive to hunt and will keep your cat happy for hours. 

Promising review: “For some odd reason, my chubby loaf of bread prefers this simple toy. He’s highly entertained by it and it’s great for his little workouts. The size of it is great safe space from his claws and my hand. The durability is a wire and some parchment paper. Easy to use and he’ll hear me pick up the toy. No smell and no softness gotta play carefully. Highly recommend to buy.” —Kenzie

Get it from Amazon for $3.99.

3.

A catnip banana that will bring bunches of fun

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Known to many reviewers as just “the Banana,” this toy is a favorite for cats and cat lovers and will give your little one hours of play. 

Promising review: “My cat loves this! Tosses it in the air, and then clutching it to her chest while simultaneously kicking it in a fun frenzy with her hind legs. Make your cat happy and get this!” —E. McNamara

Get it from Amazon for $6.76.

4.

A pack of doggy seltzer

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If you love to crack open a cold seltzer water, you’ll get quite the kick out of this interactive dog toy that contains a box with three mini squeaky cans inside. Pups can enjoy pulling the cans out of the box or playing with all four toys separately. You can also just buy a single stuffed Lick Croix can for your pet if you like!

Promising review: “My pomeranian loves this toy. How stinking cute is this Toy! I love the drink so it was only fitting he match me hahha. Great plush squeaky toy. Buy it.” —izzy

Get it from Amazon for $16.95+ (available in three styles).

5.

A pair of Claws

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This pair of dog toys resembles two cans of White Claw and is perfect for a puppy that loves to party. The stuffed cans measure seven inches high and have a squeaker sure to keep your pooch entertained. 

Promising review: “Dog loves it and my baby tries to steal it all the time! She must have heard that there ain’t no laws when you’re drinking the paws” —Erin

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $12.99 (available in two style combos).

6.

A ballin’ tower

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Keep your cat entertained for hours with this tower ball toy. Your cat can push the ball around in circles, reaching higher and lower until they’re all tuckered out. 

Promising review: “My one kitten is totally hogging the new toy and ignoring his sibling, who is losing patience with him. My kitty keeps flipping the toy all over the room, which I never expected. He’s six-months-old and not the sharpest knife in the drawer, but we love him dearly and are happy he is getting so much enjoyment out of this silly toy!” —SuzieB

Get it from Amazon for $8.34.

7.

Relief for a teething pup

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Made to soothe teething gums, dunk this toy in water and then put it in the freezer to give your pup cooling relief as they gnaw. 

Promising review: “I have a Great Pyrenees four-month-old and she chews it daily and it has held up and her teeth are razor sharp. My bottom step on my staircase did not hold up as well. haha” —Helen

Get it from Amazon for $4.99.

8.

Gone fishin’

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Like a fishing rod for your home, this toy lets you energize your cat without having to expend too much energy. It comes with a bunch of switchable attachments, making it last even longer and keep your cat engaged. 

Promising review: “Best cat toys ever!! You don’t need a TV when you have this and a cat!” —cody stephens

Get it from Amazon for $8.46.

9.

A set of A-Paw-Rol and a toy spritz

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Who can resist this adorable A-Paw-Rol puppy toy that comes with a mini spritz toy too? It’s perfect for keeping your furry friend happy during happy hour. It comes as two separate squeak toys made with a high-quality plush that can go in the wash. It’s from a small business on Amazon Marketplace called Bark Bros that specializes in novelty, pun-centric pet plushies.

Promising review: “Our dog loves joining in a sunset cockTAIL with the family. So fun and guests always get a laugh. Toy has held up great. Can’t wait to get my pup his next drink” —Sean R

Get it from Amazon for $21.99 (also available in four other drink styles and a smaller size).

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Or a trio of crinkle fish

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What’s better than one better giant crinkle fish? How about three? Measuring just under 10 inches, these finned toys may even be bigger than your cat or kitten, which will surely bring more laughs. These babies are all filled with catnip and are soft enough to be snuggled and chewed. Cats enjoy the crinkle sound and wrestling with the soft texture. 

Promising review: “When I buy toys for our four very different cats I usually have to buy different kinds. All four of our cats including the super picky one – just love these toys. We have one cat that prefers to sleep in the garage and out he went with this toy in his mouth – totally lost it laughing. Had to go find it in the morning and bring it back in. I guess I’m going to buy another package since there was only three in the package as described and we have four cats… great toy IF your cats like bigger toys” —FOB_Safe

Get a three-pack from Amazon for $11.98.

11.

A sitting duck

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Tough but adorable, this squeaky duck toy looks just like a normal plushie but reviewers say it stands up to loads of chewing. 

Promising review: “I have a 6 month old lab who will tear up anything and everything, drywall included. This duck held up better than the dry wall.” —Ben

Get it from Amazon for $5.99.

12.

A treat-forward puzzle

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Keep your dog entertained as they get a snack with this interactive puzzle-feeding toy. It’s a great option for pups that eat too fast and need to take a little more time to safely get all their food down. It’s available in two different styles. 

Promising review: “My puppies loved it. Maybe my pups are a bit smarter than o thought so this puzzle was a bit easy for them. Overall it is good as a slow feeder for my little vacuum cleaner.” —Alfredo

Get it from Amazon for $9.49.

13.

A fun-loving frisbee

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For $5, this durable dog frisbee will get your pup moving and keep them occupied as they chew. It comes in two sizes for big and small dogs alike plus blue and green color options.

Promising review: “The only frisbee my guy will play with. Chewy border requires supervision as not to chew and destroy. Lightweight, easy to fold and jam in a pocket or bag. While visiting my mom her dog liked it so much she took it and hid it under the deck— so we bought another one. Fun to throw, lightweight, good quality if not chewed on without supervision. And the orange makes it easy to see.” —Keely A.

Get it from Amazon for $5.03+.

14.

An octo-puppy

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With many legs and a squishy head, this octopus-style dog toy is set to keep paws busy. It’s tough but floppy and made for interactive play and the squeaky head will make your pup happy. 

Promising review: “I think my puppy likes this toy so much because he has a total of eight different legs to grab for. This is the only toy he plays with now. Luckily I got two!! My puppy gives two paws up!!” —Sunny

Get it from Amazon for $10.91.

15.

The ‘it’ bag

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Perhaps the closest any of us will ever get to a real Birken, this tiny interactive squeaker toy is about the size of a can of soda and will give an instant upgrade to any toy chest. 

Promising review: “This was a gift for my friend’s tiny “fancy’ dog. They both love it!” —sussyw

Get it from Amazon for $16.95.

16.

A little gym, tan, laundry for your pup

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If you like to hit the gym and then replenish your electrolytes, you’ll love this set of dog toys that lets your pup pump iron, too. It comes with a mini barbell and a dog-style Gatorade-inspired drink with squeak and crinkle sounds. 

Promising review: “Your dog shares their hobbies with you (e.g., walks, tug of war, snacks, etc), so why not share your hobbies with them? Great for gym rats and gym pups! My dog loves it.” —Amazon customer

Get it from Amazon for $16.95 (also available as a single dumbbell toy).

Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.