A tough ball that withstands chewing is a great toy for your pet. These ones float as well as bounce making them fun for water-loving dogs and owners too. They are made from a tough non-toxic material, that is in itself reclaimed from the manufacture of other Planet Dog products, reducing their wastage and making it a good eco-friendly choice. These balls are very durable but they are recyclable at the end of their lifespan, so that is one less thing for the landfill. Their motto ‘reduce, reuse, rewoof’ just about sums it up! In the mean time you can have lots of great playtime with your dog.

Costs $9.80 from SitStay

Looking for uncomplicated cat toys that won’t unravel into fluff and yarn? Kitty Hoots Tailchaser by Fat Cat Inc. is a remarkably inexpensive, brightly colored rabbit-looking toy that encourages kitty to chase as it’s dangled or left laying around. The catnip included in this toy is listed as organic; the rabbit-shaped catnip “holder” isn’t.

Find this and several other Kitty Hoot Products ($4.24 for this chaser) at Pets Warehouse. Pets Warehouse

Planet Dog makes this recycled chewbone from materials left over from manufacturing other products. It is non-toxic, and you can recycle the scraps when your dog is done with it. Unfortunately, it is only rated for “average” aggressive chewers. If your dog is part piranha, like mine are, you may want to look for something sturdier.  Available from Eco Pet for $9.95.

If your kids get furious with your dog every time he runs off with the soccer ball and punctures it, then it’s about time he got his own. This Planet Dog Orbee-Tuff soccer ball lives up to its name and is tough enough for dogs to lick, chew and pounce on without too much damage. It has a 1 inch hole at one end to make it easy to grab hold of and when squashed just pops back into shape again. You can even pop dog treats inside for an even more fun game.

If your dog does eventually manage to destroy it, the ball is recyclable, so it scores on the eco-friendly side too. The ball can be popped  in the freezer in summer to help keep your dog cool at play time and it has a minty taste which appeals to most dogs.

Currently costs $14.06 from Amazon.com

Sometimes the simplest toys are best for cats. Organic catnip mice in attractive recycled fabric with a tempting string tail can keep your kitty entertained for hours, as she bites, kicks, grabs and tosses it around.

The perfect gift for an eco-friendly cat lover, these mice are hand-made in the US from recycled fabric. They are six inches long so big enough for a cat to really get to grips with. They are not that cheap if you are buying for several pets, but if you are happy to pay for chemical free organic catnip and handmade style, then well worth it.

Mice cost $5.99 from Only Natural Pet Store

The smallest dogs are the fiercest and now at last there is a tug toy made just for them, so they can have a fun game of tug with their owners.

Made of Planet Dog’s trademark Orbee-Tuff material it is recyclable, durable, minty and non-toxic. The tug toy is pretty cute too in blue/orange or pink/green, so would make a great gift for the owner of a smaller dog such as a terrier or Jack Russell. It’s not designed as a chewing toy, but the minty smell will probably make your dog want to carry it around all day, so you’ll just have to have a tug of war to get him to give it up!

Costs $15.99 from Amazon

Why do the babies get all the cute toys and dogs just get tossed the old plastic ones? If your dog prefers stealing off with the kids’ soft toys to playing with his own, these cute hemp squeaker toys should make him happy. Soft but tough, and totally eco-friendly, hemp is a great material for toys, meaning less plastic in the home. These toys are also colored with all-natural dyes so are totally environmentally friendly. There is a choice of elephant, owl or mouse. They are 5 inches long and all have a squeaker inside.

Costs $7.99 from Only Natural Pet Store.

Felines deserve the best of this world (and demand it, too.)

This all-natural collection features toy canvas mice so cute, they’re bound to become a kitty’s best friend! Zanies Eco-Friendly Mice Cat Toys bear the claim of a “green” pet toy product, insinuating the use of low-impact dyes on a reusable, washable surface. $44.

99 for a container of 48, available at Jakesdoghouse.com.

Tux Toy West Paw Design Recyclable and USA-made, $14.99 for 3 colors at just4pooches.com

Tux, a new dog treat toy, where you hide the treat in the cavity of the toy, keeps your dog focused on the toy and depending on how smart he is – entertained and engaged for some time. A great combination of the stuffable with the tossable dog treat toy and can take the punishment of an eager, mouthy dog.

One throw of this super-fast disk, and doggie will never be bored. The Zisc ™ is a rough and tough, yet blankety soft version of a classic frisbee, lightweight enough to fly and flat enough for floatable water play. Judging by the battalion of consumer photographs available online, this simple-looking disc strikes a charm in dogs of all sizes. Backed by a manufacturer’s durability guarantee, the Zisc’s ™ Zogoflex ® construction has won this pet toy rave reviews. Available in 3 bright colors, $13.50 each at West Paw Design.