Choosing the right dog toy can be a frustrating and expensive endeavor for many pet owners. The promise of an “indestructible” toy often leads to disappointment when it’s quickly destroyed by an enthusiastic canine. This review dives deep into five popular “indestructible” dog toys, putting them to the ultimate test with a pack of dogs at the Benafim Dog Shelter. Our furry testers, including the handsome Nero who is available for adoption, provide honest and unfiltered feedback on their experiences. Explore Nero’s profile and consider giving him a loving home.

Expert Reviews from Benafim Shelter Dogs

The Benafim Dog Shelter team, along with their resident dogs, rigorously tested five toys: the Nylabone Extreme Tough Dog Chew Toy, the Kong Rewards Ball, the CyunCmay Indestructible Dog Toy Bone, the Hetoo Indestructible Squeaky Dental Care Dog Toy, and the Kong Wobbler. These toys endured a week of chewing, playing, burying, and retrieving. Here’s what our canine experts, who have a unique understanding of toy durability, had to say.

Nylabone Extreme Tough Dog Chew Toy

The Nylabone Extreme Tough Dog Chew Toy, in a Bison flavor and XXL size, is designed for powerful chewers weighing over 23kg. Nero, a 9-year-old Pitt bull, spent hours chewing this toy with minimal wear, showcasing its impressive durability. Its curved design and manageable weight make it easy for dogs to grip and chew. Maya, a 3-year-old rescue, also took an immediate liking to the toy, finding joy in chewing and carrying it, which encouraged other dogs to play.

The Nylabone is easy to clean and, crucially, retains its flavor, providing lasting appeal. For owners who dislike mess, the lack of odor and debris is a significant advantage. Black Nero, known for his destructive chewing habits, even with fencing material, found this Nylabone to be exceptionally durable. After extensive chewing, only minor tooth marks were visible.

Gallery of dogs enjoying the Nylabone toy:

• Komo playing with Nylabone
• Nora with the Nylabone
• White Nero chewing the Nylabone

Product Details

• Flavor: Bison (also available in chicken and turkey)
• Material: Tough, durable nylon
• Features: Raised bristles for dental cleaning, non-toxic
• Dimensions: 30.48 x 13.97 x 5.08 cm
• Weight: 485 grams
• Recommended for: Dogs over 23 kg

Summary

The Nylabone Extreme Tough Dog Chew Toy receives a wholehearted recommendation from the shelter dogs. It’s ideal for dogs who love to chew, get bored easily, and need a tasty, durable toy to satisfy their urges.

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Kong Rewards Ball

The Kong Rewards Ball offers a dual function: a durable toy for play and a treat dispenser. While initially met with slight indifference, the dogs soon discovered the appeal of its soft, bouncy texture. Jean particularly loved this toy, spending hours chewing it before burying and rediscovering it. The treat dispenser was easy for humans to load and for dogs to access, providing mental stimulation.

Despite the treat-dispensing feature, the dogs’ primary enjoyment came from the ball’s interactive play potential. All dogs at the shelter, from large breeds like Jambo to smaller ones like Star, engaged with the ball, leaving no tooth marks and emptying the treats efficiently.

Gallery of dogs interacting with the Kong Rewards Ball:

• Nora with the Kong Rewards Ball
• Jean playing with the Kong Rewards Ball
• Baldo enjoying the Kong Rewards Ball
• Star with the Kong Rewards Ball
• Jambo playing with the Kong Rewards Ball

Product Details

• Material: Long-lasting Kong rubber
• Dimensions: 12.7 x 12.7 x 12.07 cm
• Weight: 417 grams
• Recommended for: Dogs weighing 16 kg and above

Summary

The Kong Rewards Ball is a well-rounded toy that combines play and food rewards. Its durability and interactive nature make it a hit for dogs who enjoy both chewing and problem-solving.

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CyunCmay Indestructible Dog Toy XL Bone

The CyunCmay Indestructible Dog Toy XL Bone generated significant initial excitement but quickly proved to be less durable than anticipated. Black Nero managed to inflict considerable damage within 30 minutes of play. Its soft, pliable rubber texture, while enjoyable for fetching and tug-of-war, could not withstand intense chewing.

Despite its failure to hold up to aggressive chewing, the toy was popular for retrieval games and tug-of-war. However, for owners seeking a long-lasting chew toy, this option may not be suitable.

Gallery of dogs playing with the CyunCmay bone:

• Jean with the CyunCmay bone
• Nora with the CyunCmay bone
• Kilo with the CyunCmay bone
• Jean playing tug-of-war
• Pebbles with the CyunCmay bone
• Pebbles resting with the bone
• White Nero with the bone

Product Details

• Material: TPR environmentally friendly material
• Dimensions: 32.9 x 12.2 x 3.8 cm
• Weight: 330 grams
• Features: Designed to clean teeth and control plaque/tartar, no chemical smell

Summary

While the CyunCmay toy provided short-lived fun for retrieval and tugging, it did not live up to its “indestructible” claim for aggressive chewers. Dogs enjoyed playing with it, but owners seeking long-term chew toys should look elsewhere.

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HETOO Indestructible Squeaky Dental Care Dog Toy

The HETOO Indestructible Squeaky Dental Care Dog Toy, designed primarily for dental hygiene, garnered little enthusiasm from the dogs. Even the squeaky feature failed to excite most of them, with Maya initially hiding from the sound. Attempts to make the toy more appealing by adding peanut butter kept Maya interested for only a few minutes.

Only Black Nero and Maya showed minimal interest, which quickly waned. The toy’s lack of engagement potential left the dogs unimpressed.

Gallery of dogs with the HETOO toy:

• Black Nero with the HETOO toy
• Maya inspecting the HETOO toy

Product Details

• Material: Natural rubber
• Dimensions: 12.7 x 12.7 x 12.07 cm
• Weight: 417 grams

Summary

The HETOO toy failed to engage or entertain the dogs for more than a few minutes. Its squeaky feature was more of a deterrent than an attraction for most.

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Kong Wobbler Interactive Treat Dispensing Dog Toy

The Kong Wobbler, a larger treat-dispensing toy made of hard plastic polymer, initially perplexed the dogs due to its size and how it dispensed treats. Kilo, in particular, was confused by the wobbly object. After realizing it needed a smooth surface and that the treat size should match the dispensing hole, the dogs began to enjoy it.

The Wobbler’s size makes it difficult for dogs to pick up, reducing the chance of destructive chewing. Once the dogs understood its function and the humans optimized treat size and surface, it proved to be a durable and engaging toy.

Gallery of dogs interacting with the Kong Wobbler:

• Komo with the Kong Wobbler
• Kilo with the Kong Wobbler
• Climber with the Kong Wobbler
• Pebbles with the Kong Wobbler

Product Details

• Material: Plastic polymer
• Dimensions: Diameter 13 x 19 cm
• Weight: 485 grams
• Recommended for: Dogs weighing 12 kg plus
• Capacity: Maximum 250 grams of filling

Summary

Once users understood its usage requirements, the Kong Wobbler became a favorite. Its size and durability impressed the dogs, making it a good interactive toy for treat dispensing.

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Conclusion: The Dogs’ Final Verdict

After extensive “research” and much deliberation (and barking), our canine panel has reached a consensus on these five “indestructible” toys.

For dogs who love to chew, the Nylabone Extreme Tough Dog Chew Toy is the clear winner. For those who enjoy interactive play and treat puzzles, the Kong Rewards Ball and the Kong Wobbler are excellent choices. While the CyunCmay and Hetoo toys offered some entertainment, they did not meet the standard for true “indestructible” toys. We encourage you to explore more helpful articles on dog toy selection and care on our site.