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Kathryn Williams

Can dogs play with cat toys? A vet reveals the hidden risks

Dog jumping up at a mouse cat toy.

Can dogs play with cat toys? It's a question you may have found yourself asking if you have both a canine companion and a feline friend in your family. And while it may make sense to kill two birds with one stone and let both of your pets play with the same toys, cat toys do pose some risks to dogs.

The best cat toys for indoor cats are, according to expert vet Dr Rebecca MacMillan, usually much smaller in size than dog toys and there's a chance that your pup could swallow one of these items and end up choking. Cat toys also aren't as robust and are designed to tap into a cat's natural hunting instincts.

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