Do you have a dog that just can’t stop chewing on your shoes, furniture, and pretty much anything they can find in your home? Maybe it is time to purchase a few chew toys. If you already tried that and they ended up destroying the toys, you should definitely look for special toys for aggressive chewers.

Luckily, there are many options for small, medium, and big aggressive dogs that love to chew on things. The best options are indestructible squeaky toys. In the linked article, you can find a list of the toughest chew toys ranked by dog’s size and appetite based on customer ratings and reviews.

These toys won’t end in the trash can after just two or three days and they are also very entertaining for your furry friend. Before you make a purchase decision, let’s see how to choose the best toys for aggressive chewers.

The material

As we mentioned, there are many toys available for dogs that have a chewing issue. However, you really need to pay attention to the material of the toy before you give it to your dog. Some toys can contain harmful materials that can be toxic to animals. Don’t choose fluffy things because they will get destroyed in no time and your dog might choke on them.

One of the best materials is non-toxic rubber. You can find toys made out of soft rubber for puppies that are teething, and toys manufactured from hard, durable and non-toxic rubber for aggressive chewers. Rope toys are also great for aggressive dogs. However, make sure that the rope is hard enough so they won’t be able to rip it apart.

The Hardness

It is important to get a toy that is hard and durable. However, if the toy is too hard, it can hurt the teeth and jaw of your furry friend. If your dog is an aggressive chewer even though it has dental problems, buy a toy for teething puppies. These toys are durable, but they are not as hard as the toys labeled “indestructible”.

Also, to test the toys, all you have to do is to press on the toy. If the material feels too hard, it means that it is not a good toy for your dog. Also, make sure that it is not too soft. If you have an aggressive chewer, you really need to find durable toys, so you don’t buy new ones every week.

Size and Shape

This is another important thing you should consider before purchasing a chew toy. First, you should consider the size of your dog. Of course, if you have a small puppy, you can’t purchase large toys because they won’t even be able to open their mouth so much. The bigger the dog, the bigger the toy. If you have a large dog, you should never buy small toys because they will either try to eat them or they can choke on them.

Washable and Non-Toxic

You should also think about yourself. You probably don’t want to wash all of the toys by hand. A dishwasher-safe toy is the way to go. Always purchase chewing toys that can be washed quickly so your furry friend won’t get bored and start chewing on you cable wires.

Another great thing is to avoid toys that are coated or the flavored ones. Once they start to chew on those toys they will remove the coating which can be toxic. Also, if the toys have different flavors, they will slowly wear off and your dog will lose interest in that toy.

Entertainment value

You probably want your dog to play with that chewing toy for a long time. Well if you don’t play with your dog or the toy is not entertaining enough then your furry friend will stop playing with it in a matter of days. If you want to avoid that, it is best to look for a toy that can be stuffed with treats or makes noises.

Entertaining toys can also be great for training your dog. Some activity balls and toys are amazing for aggressive dogs because they will teach them to be more careful and engaged if they want to receive the treat hidden in the toy.

These are some of the most important aspects you should consider before purchasing a chew toy for your aggressive chewer. Don’t go for the cheap toys because they will do more harm than good and your dog might not even play with them. After that you end up buy more and more toys instead of just two high-quality ones.