Has your furry friend lost interest in their once-beloved toys?       Just like children, pets grow tired of the same old playthings—but unlike humans, they can’t say, “I need something new!”       Instead, they send subtle (or not-so-subtle) signals.

GoodSigal decodes the 5 telltale signs your pet is ready for a toy upgrade—and how to choose wisely!

Sign 1: The Toy Has Been Ignored for 2+ Weeks
What you’ll see: Sniffed once and walked away, pushed aside with a paw.

Science says: Animals experience habituation—they tune out repetitive stimuli (like static chew toys).

Fix it:

Opt for multi-mode toys, like Goodsigal's Smart Rolling Ball, which has three rolling and chasing modes and emits lights.

Try toy rotation: Store 2-3 toys weekly to maintain novelty.

Sign 2: Your Pet Inventors Their Own (Destructive) Fun
Red flags: Chewing shoes/cables, raiding trash, excessive licking.

Why it happens: Boredom triggers displacement behaviors.

Better alternatives:

For dogs: Puzzle snuffle mats (15+ minutes of treat-hunting).

For cats: Self-moving prey toys (e.g., erratic feather wands).

Sign 3: The Toy Looks Like It Survived a War
Danger signs: Filling leaks, loose parts, deep bite marks.

Immediate checks:
✖️ Avoid string toys (tongue entanglement risk).
✖️ Small rubber balls (choking hazard if <4cm diameter).

GoodSigal’s safety edge:

Food-grade TPR materials (digestible if ingested).

50kg pull-test certification (no detachable parts).

Sign 4: Play Sessions Are Getting Shorter
Data don’t lie: Used to play 10 mins → Now quits in 2.

Expert insight: Low challenge = no reward feeling—common in intelligent breeds like Border Collies.

Level up:

Smart toys with adjustable difficulty .

Add human teamwork (e.g., rewards only released when you pull a rope together).

Sign 5: Your Pet Hits a Life Stage Shift
Age-based needs:

Stage    Puppy/Kitten    Adult    Senior
Toys    Teething/cognitive    Energy burn/challenge    Joint-friendly/soft
GoodSignal picks:

Senior dogs: Warmth-filled beds + silicone massage chews.

Teen cats: Multi-level jumpers (for zoomies relief).

Pro Tips: Avoid Wasteful Upgrades!
✅ Eco-hack: Repurpose old toys (e.g., stuff towels into a treat ball for sniffing games).
✅ Smooth transition: Keep 1-2 "comfort toys" to reduce stress.

Remember: Toys Are Your Love Language with Pets.
When the spark fades, GoodSigal helps you relight it.