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PetsJune 4, 2026

Best Dog Toys for Chewers

Strong chewers need durable, size-appropriate toys that can handle pressure without creating choking risks or sharp broken pieces.

By Emily Foster/Family Planner

Match the toy to the dog

A toy that works for a small gentle chewer may fail quickly with a large power chewer. Choose toys sized for your dog’s mouth, jaw strength, and play style, and remove anything that starts cracking or shedding pieces.

Good categories to compare

Look at durable rubber toys, treat-dispensing toys, tug toys built for supervised play, and chew toys from brands that publish size and chewing guidance. Avoid anything so hard it could damage teeth.

Safety first

No chew toy is truly indestructible. Supervise new toys, rotate them to keep interest high, and talk to your veterinarian if your dog swallows pieces or breaks teeth on hard chews.

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