The dog days of summer may be behind us, but these dog-inspired toys are right here.
Dog-Ust is a month-long celebration of man’s best friend, and while we can’t all run to our local shelter this month, there are plenty of toys to honor doggos and pupporonis. The toys below are guaranteed to bring a smile to pet-loving kids’ faces.
LITTLEST PET SHOP: PETS GOT TALENT PLAYSET
This playset features a large stage, a bird perch, a skateboard that slides across a tightrope, and a rotating platform, so kids can have their pets perform. Comes with two pets, four accessories, a collector card, a virtual code, and a collector’s guide.
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COOKEEZ MAKERY TOASTY TREATZ
Put the bread in the colorful toaster and watch a surprise breakfast treat-themed plush pop up. Each of the squishy plush — Pnutty & Jam Tiger, Pan Kitty, Panda Au Chocolat, Unicorn Tart, Strudel Poodle, and more — has a distinct smell.
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FURREAL WALK-A-LOTS BERNEDOODLE INTERACTIVE TOY
Go for a stroll with this interactive pet. With a gentle push motion, kids can take this adorable pup for a walk around their house. The 8-inch toy barks, howls, and makes other puppy sounds.
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GUND TOAST BULLDOG
This adorable pup is the latest addition to GUND’s classic dog stuffed animal collection. At 10 inches, Toast sits upright, is always ready for a snuggle, and features spots on his soft fur.
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MOODLES
Kids can interact with Purr Kitty, Cuddles Bear, and Pawster Pup to communicate their moods and learn about emotions while playing. Each plush features six faces to demonstrate happiness, sadness, surprise, silliness, sleepiness, and anger.
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SCRIBBLE SCRUBBIE JUMBO PETS WILBUR
Show off your creativity with this jumbo-size, poseable Scribble Scrubbie pet. Kids can use the included washable markers to color in the French bulldog, then rinse off their designs and use the scrub brush for a clean canvas for new creations.
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BLUEY SLEEPTIME LITE
Bluey features in a Sleeptime Lite that projects colorful rainbow stars, which kids can adjust to change slowly or quickly. It includes a built-in timer, which shuts off automatically after 20 minutes.
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GIGGLESCAPE PLUSH
These new stuffed animals from Target are adorably designed and affordably priced. Kids can get a plush bunny, a lamb, a shark, a hippo, and more, with more than 20 plush to choose from.
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MINTID DOG-E
Each Dog-E has a combination of lights, sounds, and personality traits that makes it unique. Kids can train Dog-E to do tricks, track its needs, and unlock more interactive play with the app.
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SQUISHMALLOWS PET BEDS
The bed features the Squishmallows design, and the bolsters create a comfortable headrest. The collection includes different Squishmallows and comes in small (20-inch), medium (24-inch), and large (30-inch) sizes.
