So glad to hear Louis is ok Lins. You just don't realise how dangerous toys...even balls... can be sometimes. I was reading one of the glossy dog mags about toys and didn't actually realise that there are no safety regulations pertaining to dog toys. Some toys particularly those that are mass produced in countries like China, have dangerous toxicity levels.... scarey ...even more so if you have children in the house that will also handle them. I am amazed at some of the soft toys with easily removeable/chewable bits...so easy for a dog...not just a puppy...to choke on them.
Some years ago we had a collie bitch who nearly died when she chewed a rawhide bone and got a piece wedged across the roof of her mouth. Fortunately we were there and it took two of us to hold her down while we removed it.
I think that the most important thing to remember is to assume that there is no such thing as an indestructible toy and to never never leave them with toys when you are not there to supervise.
While I am on my soap box can I also remind people to NOT THROW STICKS OR PLAY WITH STICKS, with their dogs. If you want to know why, take a look at http://www.colliecorner.com/stick-to-toys/ This is not the only site which gives info and advice, there have been some truely horrific and fatal accidents. Don't let this happen to one of your dogs.
On that somewhat sombre note, can I take the opportunity to wish everybody a very Happy Christmas and a healthy, happy and successful 2009.
Lindsey.
