I have a mother-in-law that has been breeding dogs for many years and she swares by ceramic tile.
Laminate are durable but make the tapping noise from their nails when they walk on them.
Abe nailed the answer for you.
If the windows are due for replacement, look for a window with offset glazing or an option of laminated glass inside the standard set of windows.
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