Get fido and Felix moving

Vegetarian Times, Jan, 2005

Like many of us, pets can carry around a few extra pounds. To keep your furry friends in tip=top shape, try these fun-and-games supplies. All are from Earth-friendly--and pet devoted--companies.

Chase This, Not Your Tail!

You and your puppy can toss and tug for hours with this ball-and-rope toy. And the flossy webbing helps reduce plaque. By Castor & Pollux. Small, $5; large, $7. 800.875.7518; www.castorpolluxpet.com

Awaken Tabby's Inner Cheetah

Attach one end of the Bungee-Bouncer Doorknob Dangler, then watch kitty swat and subdue the interchangeable hanging feather or fleece fish attachment--which is made from recycled materials. From Worldwise, $6. 800.967.5394; www.worldwise.com

Made for Walking

Take along a collapsible Adventure Bowl on long jaunts to keep hounds hydrated. From Creature Leisure, $6. 877.774.5820; www.creatureleisure.com

Need a Pet to Play With?

At any given time, the Best Friends Animal Society houses about 1,500 dogs, cats, horses, rabbits and other critters at its sanctuary, while promoting No More Homeless Pets, a nationwide campaign to place animals in loving homes. For info: 435.644.200 I; www.bestfriends.org