Laser pointers have now become a very popular thing. In many shopping websites, laser pointers are considered to be an excellent and hot-selling pet toy. And from the practical effect, cats and dogs like this toy very much. The moment they see the light spots beating, they will try to capture them as if they have lost their minds. Although they like it very much, playing with dogs is something we need to pursue. Still safety first.
What is a laser pointer?
The laser pointer has become a common thing in daily life. It may appear in various toys, or it may appear on the instruments of professionals. The function of this laser pointer is very simple, that is, it emits a straight light and shoots a colored spot on the wall. These laser pointers are divided into several types according to their power. Regardless of the type, the cheap laser pointers on the market are all harmful to the human body. Long-term exposure can damage the eyes.
Problems caused by laser pointer as a toy
The laser pointer is a dangerous tool. CCTV once exposed this kind of laser pointer that is harmful to human eyes at the 315 party. Although after rectification, there are no formal manufacturers that sell laser pointers directly, but these dangerous laser pointers will be carried on the streets and alleys or on other toys.
In real life, the Class II or Class IIIA lasers that we are exposed to will cause damage to the eyes. If these lasers hit the pet's eyes directly for a few seconds, it will damage the pet's eyesight. Whether the owner is controlling the laser pointer or the laser pointer that comes with the toy, there is a possibility of harming the pet. Although the possibility of danger is unlikely, the risks still exist.
In addition, although the constantly moving photoelectric can arouse the desire of cats and dogs to hunt, the problem is that this light spot is not a physical object. After they bite hard, they did not get any feedback, which may bring a sense of frustration to the dog. They will soon lose interest in this. This situation is not terrible. What's terrible is that cats and dogs become obsessed with it, so they have mandatory repetitive behaviors. This not only harms the dog's mental health, it can even lead to self-harm and destructive behavior. They will think that the light spot is hidden in their body or furniture, and then try to destroy something to dig out this "sultry" light spot.
A better toy than a laser pointer
In fact, laser pointers are not the best pet toys, because they do not have many advantages except that they can move quickly. In fact, the owner is best to choose other pet toys. Those that can be touched, chewed, caught, smelled and felt are all better pet toys than laser pointers. And these toys can give the dog richer stimulation, and will not bring frustration to the dog.
Although it seems that dogs will be interested in the "cheap and good quality" pet toys like laser pointers, but in fact, dogs just want to play. If the owner can provide more attractive toys and is willing to spend time playing with it. In that way, the dogs show that they prefer to play with their owners. Therefore, for the sake of the health and happiness of the dogs, it is better to buy more high-quality and interesting pet toys for them!