Re: Suggestions for safe chewy toys please
Originally Posted by
Mondays child
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Thank you for the replies.
Its a little worrying as I'm getting used to having dogs in my life again. I offered to look after these two for my daughter who is moving somewhere else to live. They were originally coming on Friday and being picked up again today but it looks as if they will be staying longer. I dont mind this at all as they have only been here two days and we have already been on some long walks and its been lovely for me having some company. I was secretly very happy when my daughter asked today if they could stay longer. I have absolutely fell in love with both little dogs.
Its just a little worrying as they are not my dogs so I'm being extra careful with them hence wanting advice about chews etc. Its bad enough when you have problems with your own dog but even more responsibility when they belong to someone else even if its my own daughter.
I was surprised that this toy broke so quickly as it is a Kong toy and I thought they would be much stronger thats why I bought them.
I will get a hard rubber ball and a Kong tennis ball and will have a look at the filled bone as well.
Hi MC, you don't say how big these dogs are, or how long you are looking after them for?
Personally, I would say most soft toys for robust chewers are a waste of money, but strong toys and chews don't come cheap.
That is why I wondered if you are only looking after these dogs for a few days, is it worth spending a lot?
I agree with Julie about the Kong toys, and they do a range for extra strong chewers.
Also the correct size Nylabone are pretty long lasting too.
http://www.petsathome.com/shop/en/pe...oups/nylabone-
I would definitely avoid soft toys with squeakers that excite them. The dog will make a hole and have the squeaker out before you can blink.
Pets at Home also sell portions of Deer antlers, again expensive, but practically impossible to destroy.
They also sell Buffalo horn.
Personally I avoid the
cooked bone treats, but that is only what I do for my own dogs. Cooked bones can splinter.
Have you considered some raw marrowbone from the butchers? The butcher will usually saw it up for you if you smile sweetly, and the dog will spend hours getting the marrow out, and clean their teeth at the same time.
Best of luck.