# Science-Backed Dog Toys The Filson Dog Retrieving Toy Lets Dogs Train for Longer Periods By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-05-22 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retrieving-toy References: [coolmaterial](http://coolmaterial.com/home/filson-dog-retrieving-toy/) & [filson](https://www.filson.com/dog-retrieving-toy.html) The tennis ball is the quintessential [training toy for dogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bark-1) but can obstruct their breathing and shorten the amount of time they can play for, so the Filson dog retrieving toy is designed to offer an alternative. The toy was developed in partnership with Auburn University to help dogs train for extended periods without causing stress by occluding their breathing. This means dogs will be able to play for far longer without having to stop prematurely because they need to take a break to catch their breath. The Filson dog retrieving toy is crafted from [food-grade polymers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canine-soccer-ball) that make it suitable for dogs to chomp down on over and over, while the bright orange color makes it easy for canines and humans to find. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Pets](https://www.trendhunter.com/pets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Extended Training Toys:** The science-backed dog retrieving toy offers extended training opportunities without obstructing dogs' breathing. - **Safe and Durable Materials:** The use of food-grade polymers in dog toys ensures durability and safety for repeated chomping. - **Improved Visibility and Accessibility:** Brightly colored toys like the Filson dog retrieving toy enhance visibility for both dogs and owners. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Pet Toys:** The pet toy industry can disrupt the market by developing more training toys that enable extended playtime. - **Materials and Manufacturing:** The use of food-grade polymers in pet toy manufacturing presents opportunities for companies in the materials and manufacturing sector. - **Outdoor Recreation:** The development of brightly colored toys for dogs provides innovative solutions for the outdoor recreation industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Instinct-Stimulating Dog Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flevo-bowly.md) - [Interactive Canine Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interactive-canine-toy.md) - [Zoomie-Inducing Dog Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plushdog-toy.md) - [Oversized Spherical Dog Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/herding-ball.md) - [Adjustable Gripper Dog Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fetchpro.md) - [Curated Dog Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curated-dog-toys.md) - [Shelled Smart Dog Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-ball-air.md) - [Waterproof Dog Tug Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tug-e-nuff.md) - [Expert-Informed Dog Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chew-toy1.md)