Indestructible Dog Toys: Honest Reviews from Shelter Dogs

White Nero playing with durable dog toys at the shelter

Every dog owner knows the frustration of buying what promises to be an indestructible dog toy, only to watch it shredded in minutes. At our shelter, we’ve tested hundreds of toys with our resident experts—dogs like Nero, Maya, Max, Black Nero, Jean, and Pebbles. For this review, we purchased five popular indestructible dog toys totaling £76.31 and put them through a week of rigorous chewing, playing, burying, and fetching. These real-world tests reveal what’s truly tough for power chewers and what falls apart fast.

If you’re searching for durable options for aggressive chewers, check out our guide to the best dog toys for very aggressive chewers for more recommendations.

Nylabone Extreme Tough Dog Chew Toy: The Ultimate Chewer’s Choice

Nylabone Extreme Tough Dog Chew Toy product imageNero chewing the Bison flavored Nylabone Extreme Tough Chew Toy

The Nylabone Extreme Tough Dog Chew Toy (Bison flavor, XXL, £19.16) claims to handle dogs over 23kg with powerful jaws. Our 9-year-old Pitbull mix, Nero—smarter than most humans—chewed it for hours without leaving a mark. Its lightweight, curved design makes it easy to grip and carry, perfect for extended play sessions.

Maya, a 3-year-old rescue new to toys, instantly loved it. She chewed vigorously and ran around with it, sparking chase games with Max. Even Black Nero, our Cane Corso cross who devours tree trunks and bends fences when anxious, couldn’t dent it after hours of effort.

Max trying to steal Nylabone from Maya during playBlack Nero intensely chewing the Nylabone without damage

This toy stays clean effortlessly—no mess or lingering odors—and retains its flavor indefinitely. Raised ridges promote dental health by cleaning teeth and gums. Dimensions: 30.48 x 13.97 x 5.08 cm; weight: 485g. Safe, non-toxic nylon construction.

Dogs Testing the Nylabone

Komo playing with Nylabone at shelterNora engaged with Nylabone chew toyWhite Nero gripping Nylabone firmly

Verdict: Paws-down favorite for bored, heavy chewers. Ideal for dental care and long-lasting fun.

For puppies transitioning to tougher toys, explore the best teething toys for puppies.

Kong Rewards Ball: Play and Treats Combined

Kong Rewards Ball interactive treat dispenserJean burying and chewing Kong Rewards Ball

The Kong Rewards Ball (£9.99) combines bouncing play with treat dispensing for dogs over 16kg. Initial enthusiasm was mild, but dogs preferred its soft, bouncy rubber over the dispenser. Jean obsessed over it, burying it repeatedly after hours of chewing—denying Komo any access.

Every dog, from tiny Star to massive Jambo, left no tooth marks and emptied all treats easily. Dimensions: 12.7 x 12.7 x 12.07 cm; weight: 417g. Durable Kong rubber withstands rough play.

Shelter Dogs Enjoying the Kong Rewards Ball

Nora rolling Kong Rewards BallJean biting into Kong Rewards BallBaldo interacting with treat-dispensing ballStar playing with Kong Rewards BallJambo testing durability of Kong Ball

Verdict: Excellent for interactive play and mental stimulation. Tough enough for chewers who love food rewards.

Large breed owners might also like treat dispensing toys for large dogs.

CyunCmay Indestructible XL Bone: Fun But Fragile

CyunCmay Indestructible XL Bone toy overviewBlack Nero jumping with CyunCmay orange bone

Priced at £14.99, this XL bone excited the pack initially with its handles for tug-of-war and fetch. Black Nero destroyed it in 30 minutes—teeth marks and near-split despite soft, bendy TPR material.

Broken CyunCmay bone showing teeth marks after 30 minutesPebbles relaxing with orange XL bone

Dimensions: 32.9 x 12.2 x 3.8 cm; weight: 330g. Non-toxic, plaque-fighting surface, but not for serious chewers.

Dogs Testing the CyunCmay Bone

Jean tugging CyunCmay orange boneNora with CyunCmay XL boneKilo examining orange bone toyJean playing fetch with CyunCmay bonePebbles holding CyunCmay bonePebbles lying with damaged boneWhite Nero with CyunCmay orange bone

Verdict: Short-lived fun for fetching, but not indestructible. Skip for power chewers.

Hetoo Indestructible Squeaky Dental Care Toy: Least Favorite

Hetoo squeaky dental care dog toyMaya inspecting Hetoo dental toy

Designed for dental cleaning (£16.32), this natural rubber toy (12.7 x 12.7 x 12.07 cm, 417g) squeaked annoyingly and bored most dogs. Maya hid initially, then lost interest after peanut butter wore off. Black Nero showed brief curiosity.

Black Nero chewing Hetoo orange bone toy

Verdict: Minimal engagement; not a hit despite dental benefits.

Kong Wobbler: Smart Feeder for Patient Pups

Kong Wobbler treat dispensing toyPebbles interacting with Kong Wobbler

This £15.85 plastic wobbler (13 x 19 cm, 485g) puzzled dogs at first on rough surfaces. On smooth floors with small treats, it shone for 12kg+ dogs. No destruction, even from Komo or Climber.

Dogs Mastering the Kong Wobbler

Komo rolling Kong WobblerKilo trying to dispense treats from WobblerClimber nudging Kong WobblerPebbles with Kong Wobbler toy

Verdict: Indestructible slow feeder once mastered—promotes healthy eating.

Power chewers in larger sizes? See best dog toys for large aggressive chewers.

Group of five indestructible dog toys tested at shelter

Final Verdict on Indestructible Dog Toys

Our shelter dogs’ top picks: Nylabone for pure chewing, Kong Rewards Ball for play, and Kong Wobbler for mental challenges. Avoid CyunCmay and Hetoo for tough pups—they’re not truly indestructible.

Shelter dogs gallery with various indestructible toys

To tire out energetic puppies, try best toys to tire out a puppy.

Choosing indestructible dog toys saves money and keeps dogs safe—consult vets for breed-specific advice. Share your experiences in comments!

References

• Tested at Benafim Dog Shelter, Portugal (real dog reviews, 2021).
• Product specs from manufacturer sites (Nylabone, Kong).