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6 outdoor toys to get for your dog this spring

If you and your pup are dreaming about those warm spring days, start prepping for your outdoor outings with a fun new toy.

By Michele Kettner February 23, 2021 at 3:02 pm

February is almost over, which means spring fever is at an all time high. As the remaining snow continues to melt, start preparing for your spring trips to the dog park and afternoons outside by pickup up a special outdoor toy for your pooch.

jawz flying disc yellow — *Courtesy of Amazon*

Switch up your game of fetch during your next trip to the dog park with his puncture resistant disc. // Hyperflite Jawz Competition Dog Disc, $15.58; Amazon

yellow bumi dog toy — *Courtesy of Chewy*

This playful design is perfect for any game of fetch or tug-o-war with your favorite pup. // West Paw Zogoflex Bumi Dog Toy, $17.95; Chewy

sports balls for dogs — *Courtesy of Muttropolis*

Get your pooch ready for endless sports this spring with these adorable squeak and light up balls. // Light Up Sports Ball Dog Toy, $6.50; Muttropolis

black and white dog dummy — *Courtesy of Dick’s Sporting Goods*

For your retrievers or hunting dogs, pick up this dummy for endless hours of water fun. // Cupped Plastic Dog Dummy, $9.99; Dick’s Sporting Goods

If your dog is obsessed with fetch, pick up this machine for hours of play without the sore arm. // Fetch Machine – G4, $169.99; GoDogGo

kong bunji blue — *Courtesy of Petsmart*

This toy combines your rope, ball and Kong for a great and unpredictable game of fetch and tug in the backyard. // KONG Bunji Ball Wavz Dog Toy, $9.99; Petsmart

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Michele Kettner

Audience Engagement Editor

Michele Kettner joined Northern Virginia Magazine in 2020 after spending two semesters as an editorial intern at the magazine. The University of Maryland graduate is currently the audience engagement editor and covers everything from can’t-miss things to do and holiday events to new restaurant and store openings throughout Northern Virginia.