Shilee Hesman Shares the Toys That Keep Her Pup’s Brain Moving

“Based on the vinyl rubber this pacifier is made out of, it can withstand the chewing and tugging that it is constantly faced with. It is made with such a soft material, though, that it can protect the teeth and gums of your pup — also making it easier to actually rip out [of] your dog’s mouth when playing with them.”

“Maverick is obsessed with these Himalayan chews. He will literally finish them in one day if we let him! He loves them so much we usually try to get them when we have to take him to a place where he needs to be quiet and not rowdy. For instance, [if you are] on a road trip where you need the pup to stay in one place and remain chill, or if you have a Zoom meeting at home and can not be playing and giving so much attention to your dog, these chews will keep them occupied. What is also amazing is once your chew gets too little (like, the whole thing fits in your dog’s mouth and you don’t want them to choke), you can actually soak it in water, then place in the microwave for about two minutes, and it becomes a super soft treat, kinda like a Cheeto texture and feel. That way you are not wasting any part of the chew — genius!” 

“One thing about our Frenchie is that he is a food lover. I literally call him a vacuum for how fast he eats his food. He does have a slow-eater bowl, but this is way more fun! It is a puzzle for your dog to experiment, smell, and use their brain and motor skills to gain the ultimate reward...food. This, for sure, slows Maverick down and makes him learn something new and focus better.”

“As most people know, Frenchies can be a lot of work — but with proper hygiene and care, it is not so bad. These are five different balms that can help treat and prevent aches and sores. There is a balm for anything your pup may need: paw-tection (protects paws from elements), snout soother (treat dry, crusty noses), skin soother (soothes itchy, irritated skin), paw soother (soothes rough paws), and wrinkle balm (heals infected skin folds).”

“Once again, another toy that is both fun for the owner and for the pet! It is a suction-cup toy that stays mounted to the ground until you’re ready for your dog to stop playing with it. It was great for us, especially when Mavy was teething and wanted to chew on everything!”