Indestructible Dog Toys: Real Tests from Shelter Dogs

Have you ever splurged on what promised to be the ultimate indestructible dog toy, only to watch your pup shred it in minutes? As dog owners and caretakers at Benafim Dog Shelter, we’ve been there countless times. Our pack—including power chewers like Nero (a handsome Pitt Bull available for adoption), Black Nero (Cane Corso cross), Maya, Max, Jean, Pebbles, and more—has tested hundreds of toys. For this review, we invested £76.31 in five popular indestructible dog toys to find out what’s truly tough and what’s not. These honest, paws-on tests reveal the best options for aggressive chewers, helping you choose durable toys that stand up to real dogs.

White Nero playing with indestructible dog toys at the shelter

Our shelter dogs put these toys through a week of intense chewing, burying, fetching, dunking in water, and tug-of-war. From powerful jaws to playful pups, their feedback is unbiased and reliable. Spoiler: Not all “indestructible” claims hold up, but a few winners emerged for keeping dogs entertained safely.

Five indestructible dog toys lined up for testing by shelter dogs

Nylabone Extreme Tough Dog Chew Toy

The Nylabone Extreme Tough Dog Chew Toy (Bison flavor, XXL) claims to handle powerful chewers over 23kg. Priced at £19.16, it’s designed for dogs like our 9-year-old Pitt Bull Nero, whose intelligence and chewing power rival any human expert.

Nero spent hours gnawing without leaving a mark—its lightweight yet massive size (30.48 x 13.97 x 5.08 cm, 485g) makes it easy to carry and grip with paws. The curved shape enhances satisfaction during chews.

Nylabone Extreme Tough Dog Chew Toy product image

Maya, a 3-year-old rescue new to toys, took to it instantly, running with it in her mouth and sparking chase games with Max. Black Nero, notorious for demolishing tree trunks and bending fences when anxious, couldn’t dent it despite relentless effort.

It’s non-toxic, flavor-infused (Bison, also chicken or turkey), with raised nubs for teeth cleaning. No mess, no fading flavor—perfect for hygiene-conscious owners.

Nero the Pitt Bull chewing the Bison NylaboneMax trying to steal Nylabone from Maya during playBlack Nero failing to break the Nylabone after hours

Gallery: Shelter Dogs Enjoying Nylabone

Komo chewing Nylabone at shelterNora playing with Nylabone toyWhite Nero gripping Nylabone firmly

Verdict: Paws-up from every dog. Ideal for bored chewers needing durable, tasty dental toys. Check Price on Amazon

Kong Rewards Ball

At £9.99, the Kong Rewards Ball (12.7 x 12.7 x 12.07 cm, 417g) for dogs over 16kg combines bouncing play with treat dispensing. Easy to fill, it rewards clever pups without frustration.

Initially met with mild interest, dogs soon favored its squidgy, bouncy rubber over treats. Jean obsessed over it—chewing, burying, and unearthing endlessly, denying Komo access.

No tooth marks after heavy use across sizes, from tiny Star to massive Jambo. Treats dispensed fully, proving effectiveness.

Kong Rewards Ball during shelter testJean chewing and attempting to destroy Kong Rewards Ball

Gallery: Dogs Testing Kong Rewards Ball

Nora interacting with Kong treat ballJean biting Kong Rewards BallBaldo playing with Kong Rewards BallStar testing the durable Kong toyJambo chewing Kong Rewards Ball

Verdict: Great all-rounder for play and food lovers. Tough rubber withstands chewing and bouncing. Check Price on Amazon

CyunCmay Indestructible Dog Toy XL Bone

The £14.99 CyunCmay XL Bone (32.9 x 12.2 x 3.8 cm, 330g) excited pups with handles for tugging. TPR material is eco-friendly, non-toxic, with teeth-cleaning texture.

Fun started strong—fetching from lakes, tug-of-war—but Black Nero split it in 30 minutes, leaving teeth marks.

CyunCmay Indestructible XL Bone productBlack Nero jumping with CyunCmay bone during testBroken CyunCmay bone showing teeth marks after 30 minutesPebbles relaxing with XL orange bone

Gallery: Dogs with CyunCmay Bone

Jean playing with orange boneNora chewing CyunCmay XL boneKilo testing orange boneJean tugging CyunCmay bonePebbles with orange bonePebbles lying with damaged boneWhite Nero fetching CyunCmay bone

Verdict: Short-lived fun for fetch, not chewing. Not indestructible for strong jaws. Check Price on Amazon

Hetoo Indestructible Squeaky Dental Care Dog Toy

Priced £16.32, this natural rubber squeaker (12.7 x 12.7 x 12.07 cm, 417g) focuses on dental cleaning via grooves.

Dogs showed little interest; the squeak startled Maya, who inspected briefly. Peanut butter helped momentarily, but boredom set in fast. Black Nero and Maya barely engaged.

Hetoo Dental Cleaning Toy product imageMaya inspecting Hetoo squeaky toy

Gallery: Limited Interest in Hetoo Toy

Black Nero with Hetoo orange boneMaya reacting to Hetoo squeaker

Verdict: Fails to entertain; squeak annoys more than excites. Skip for engagement. Check Price on Amazon

Kong Wobbler Interactive Treat Dispensing Dog Toy

The £15.85 Kong Wobbler (13 x 19 cm diameter, 485g) for 12kg+ dogs uses hard plastic polymer. Twist-off lid simplifies filling (up to 250g treats).

Dogs puzzled at first—its wobble mimicked a UFO—but succeeded on smooth surfaces with right-sized treats. Less mouth-handling reduces chewing damage.

Kong Wobbler treat dispenser toyPebbles interacting with Kong Wobbler

Gallery: Dogs Mastering Kong Wobbler

Komo puzzled by wobbling KongKilo trying to get treats from Kong WobblerClimber nudging Kong WobblerPebbles and Kong Wobbler during test

Verdict: Indestructible slow-feeder once mastered. Promotes healthy eating. Check Price on Amazon

Final Verdict: Top Indestructible Dog Toys

After “serious” dog meetings (full of barks and tail wags), the winners are clear:

Skip CyunCmay and Hetoo for true power chewers—they’re fun briefly but break easily. Consult your vet for toy safety matching your dog’s size and chew style. Adopt Nero or visit Benafim Shelter for more inspiration. Share your indestructible dog toys experiences below!

References:

• Tested at Benafim Dog Shelter, Portugal.
• Product specs from manufacturer sites (Nylabone, Kong).
• Amazon UK listings as of review date.