Dogs really can be addicted to their toys

'Two dogs even managed to destroy the box and get their toy.' Addiction to toys can mirror human addictive behavior in some dogs. Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. If it seems like your dog is as attached to its favorite toy as your kids are to their blankie or stuffed animal, it might not be all in your head. It could even be something akin to addiction . Some dogs show behaviors towards their toys that actually resemble behavioral addictions in humans, including gambling, video games, and our beloved smartphones .