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1. A 1-foot long faux stick that crinkles! Forget about foraging outside on a hot, humid day for a splintery stick that drags dirt, mud, and muck into your home. This bold blue (yes, blue) mock-stick is made from a nontoxic, rubber-like material that Fido and Fluffy won’t shred into a zillion splintery pieces ASAP.
2. A fuzzy “Rosé All Day” dog toy because what better way is there to spend a too-hot summer day than sipping your favorite rosé? Okay, so your doggo can’t drink with you, but they can chill next to you in the AC with this happy hour-inspired squeaky toy.
3. A refillable treat toy that will totally satisfy your bored pup’s need to chew. Oh the dog days of summer! With this rubber toy, your canine companion won’t need to take a go at throw pillows, duvet covers, or anything else they use to chew. And bonus — there are two in each pack!
4. A triple cat tunnel that folds completely flat when your feline friend is done for the day. If your indoor/outdoor kitty prefers the cool comfort of your home over the backyard’s heat, they can sprint through this purr-fectly playful pop-up tube.
5. A cat-sized camper with a dangling toy for extra fun on a too-hot-to-play-outside summer day. Even your cat can vacay in this cool kitty camper, with its peek-a-boo openings and a toy that your less-than-ferocious feline can bat around. It's truly the cat’s meow.
6. A motorized cat toy with a faux fox tail that pops out when kitty least expects it. It may look like a plastic mound with holes, but once the games begin, your feline friend will get to happily satisfy their ancient urge to hunt. And don’t worry about having to turn it on and off all day long, this battery-operated toy has a 10-minute automatic shut-off timer.
7. An automatic laser toy so you can put down the laser pen and let kitty chase the brightly colored lights from this ~pawesomely~ interactive indoor play-thing. If your cat is all about the almost-invisible lights from those little laser pens, this toy is the antidote to a boring summer day.
8. A rope toy to play tug-of-war indoors! Yes, it’s just a rope, but even though it may seem super-simple, this toy is anything but basic to your dog. Without outdoor playtime, your precious pup is looking for ways to get active. This sturdy fabric rope provides hours of fun for your dog and their BFF. (That’s you!)
9. A puzzle for your pup so they can sit down to a round of good ol’ puzzle play on a hot day indoors. This flip, find, and slide toy has hidden treat compartments to keep your food-loving dog busy all day long (or at least for most of it).
10. A plush UFO dog toy that encourages your pup to dig. When it’s too hot to go outside, your curious canine starts looking for a place to dig indoors. If you’re tired of cleaning up the leftover mess from their potted plant play, check out this alien-themed toy your dog can “dig” into.
11. A double-decker “Feliner Diner And Deli-cat-essen” indoor playhouse to keep your kitty or bunny happy (and occupied). When your furry friends can’t hang outside in the summer heat, they can scratch, hop, zip, zag, and even take a nap in this pawdorable cardboard multilevel mock diner.
12. A couple of flavored chew toys that will keep your overly-playful pup busy for hours. Days spent indoors leave your doggo bored, bored, bored. While you’re A-okay napping through the summer heat, your furry best friend may not be. With two flavors to choose from — bacon and maple — they'll satisfy your dog’s need to chew and their love of people food.
13. A three-pack of catnip filled mice to entertain your kitty during your Zoom meetings. Satisfy your cat’s need to chase and pounce. Plus, the plush mice are filled with pure catnip, adding to the attraction. And bonus: The price for these mice is more than just nice!
14. A soft box of animal cracker-shaped squeaky toys that will entertain pets and pet parents alike! These cute cookies aren’t edible but will quench your pup’s penchant for chewing.
15. A My Little Pony launcher dog toy to keep your playful pup busy. Nostalgia alert! This ‘80s fave will remind you of your own childhood and give your canine companion something soft to fetch when they’re stuck indoors.
16. A three-way tug toy that squeaks *and* floats! This tough three-way toy is the ideal solution for those with multiple dogs who are stuck inside this summer.
17. A soft chenille ball that is made specifically for indoor play. This pup-friendly (and living room-friendly) pick is perfect for dogs who need to burn off some midsummer energy. The lightweight design won’t wreak havoc in your home in the same way that a tennis ball, baseball, or hard rubber ball might.
18. A four-pack of Mylar crinkle balls if your cat goes after every piece of tissue paper, plastic, or crinkle-maker in the house. These inexpensive picks are the perfect alternative — whether you play a game of feline fetch or just let your kitty go wild, they’ll enjoy a day of chase-fueled play.
19. A mouse-shaped laser pointer because even though your kitty can’t prance around outdoors during the summer swelter, they can get in plenty of physical activity with this tried-and-true cat toy.
20. A treat-filled cat puzzle to keep your feline’s mind on something other than the great outdoors. This bento box-themed puzzle is more than just faux fish and fun — the covered compartments will help your cat improve cognitive skills as they search for their favorite snacks.
21. An Oreo-inspired toy that your dog is actually allowed to get into. These "triple-fluffed" sandwich cookies are all plush and play! If your puppy is bored on a hot, hot, hot day, they can puzzle out a way to get the faux sweet treats out of the bag and then pounce, toss, and chase the crinkling cookies.
22. A giraffe tug-of-war rope that your hot and lazy pup can snuggle in the AC with. But that’s not all — this toy includes two rope arms and legs for four times the pull-and-play fun.
23. A three-level interactive ball track that will be engaging for your outdoor-turned-temporarily-indoor cat. Your kitty companion can chase the balls through the track for hours on end.
24. A ramp that your cat can scratch since they won't have trees to keep their claws sharp. When deprived of the outdoors, they might be forced to scratch their way through every couch, loveseat, and recliner in your home. This ramp satisfies your kitty’s needs and provides them with a way to get in their daily dose of play.
25. Or a cardboard hiding spot that your kitty can sharpen their claws on. This tunnel is too much fun for your purrfect pet and bonus: if Mr. Fluffy feels tired after hours of scratching the surface of this toy, they can just take a nap inside!
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