Tough Dog Toys for Strong Chewers: What to Look For
Tough is easy to say and harder to spot on a shelf. Here is a simple checklist for choosing a toy that stands up to a strong chewer.
Part of my guide to dog toys for aggressive chewers. See also: chew toys for puppies.
Tough Dog Toys for Strong Chewers
A tough toy is one made for hard chewing: a solid shape, a thick body and a texture your dog can work at. A thin or soft toy may be fun for a few minutes, but it rarely lasts for a strong chewer.
What to Look For in a Tough Dog Toy
Use this checklist when you compare toys.
| Check | What to look for |
|---|---|
| Shape | A solid shape with no thin parts |
| Texture | A textured surface your dog can chew on |
| Size | Right for your dog, with the size listed |
| Filling | A place to fill with kibble, peanut butter or treats |
| Cleaning | Easy to rinse after use |
Tough Picks From Petsun
The Molar Chew Toy, Corn Dog Chew Toy and Crocodile Dog Chew Toy tick those boxes. Each has a textured surface and a place to fill, and each is easy to rinse clean. My guide to sizing a chew toy helps you match size to dog, and my guide to tough dog toys in Canada shows how to make the most of chew time at home.
Read the full overview in my guide to dog toys for aggressive chewers.
Matching a Tough Toy to Your Dog's Play Style
If your dog likes to tug, the Corn Dog Chew Toy comes with a removable cotton rope. If your dog likes to hold and carry, the long body of the Crocodile Dog Chew Toy is a good fit. If your dog likes a filling challenge, try the Molar Chew Toy.
What makes a toy tough? A solid shape, a thick body and a texture to chew on, in a size that suits your dog.
Do tough toys need to be filled? They do not have to be, but a place to fill with kibble, peanut butter or treats keeps chewing interesting.
How do I clean a chew toy? The chew toys are easy to rinse clean after use.
A tough toy is one your dog keeps coming back to. Browse the Dogs Chew Toys collection to find one.
Related chew toy guides
- Dog toys for aggressive chewers
- Tough dog toys in Canada
- Sizing a chew toy
- Chew toys for puppies
- Durable dog gifts guide
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