The best toy depends on how your dog likes to play and how hard they chew. Here is what we usually tell people.
Chewers
If your dog loves to chew, choose durable chew toys made from tough rubber or nylon, such as KONG Classic, Nylabone and TastyBone. Chewing is natural and helps relieve boredom and stress. Pick the right size, as a toy that is too small can be swallowed, and replace it once it is worn or broken.
Fetch and active play
Balls, frisbees and launchers are perfect for dogs with lots of energy. Fetch toys like the Chuckit ball launcher let you throw further with less effort. Choose a ball too big to fit fully in your dog's mouth, and avoid throwing sticks, which can splinter and cause injuries.
Plush and comfort toys
Soft squeaky plush toys are great for gentle players, carrying around and cuddling up with. Many dogs have a favourite they treat like a comfort blanket. They are not designed for heavy chewers, so supervise play and take them away once the stuffing starts coming out.
Tug and interactive toys
Rope and tug toys are a great way to play together and build your bond. Interactive and puzzle toys that you fill with treats or food keep your dog's brain busy, which is just as tiring as a walk. They are especially useful for dogs left alone for short periods.
Toys for puppies
Puppies chew a lot while they are teething, so give them soft rubber toys made for puppies rather than adult chew toys, which can be too hard for young teeth. Offer a few different textures and rotate them so they stay interesting. Swapping a toy for something they shouldn't chew helps teach good habits.
Keeping play safe
Choose toys that suit your dog's size and play style, check them regularly for damage and throw away anything that is broken. Always supervise new toys at first. Rotating a few toys each week keeps them exciting, and buying a mix of chew, fetch and plush toys means there is always something to suit their mood.
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The best toy suits how your dog plays: tough chew toys from KONG or Nylabone for chewers, Chuckit balls for fetch fans, and plush toys for gentle players. Order by 7pm for next day delivery.
Most of our 200 dog toys are under £10, from brands like DUKE, KONG and Good Boy. Add a few to your food order to reach free delivery over £59.99, and look out for offers in our dog sale. Order by 7pm for next day delivery.
Puppies need soft rubber teething toys made for young teeth, plus plush toys for comfort. Avoid hard adult chews until their adult teeth are in. Browse chew toys and plush toys, and add some puppy treats too.
Choose tough rubber or nylon chew toys from KONG or Nylabone, which are made for strong chewers. Avoid plush and rope toys for heavy chewers, and always supervise new toys. Browse chew toys, with free delivery over £59.99.
Interactive and puzzle toys that you fill with food or treats, like a stuffed KONG, keep dogs busy and mentally tired. Only leave toys that are safe to use unsupervised and suit your dog's chewing style. Order by 7pm for next day delivery.
Yes. Order by 7pm for next day delivery on all dog toys. Delivery is free on orders over £59.99, so it's easy to add a new toy to your food order. Bottomless Bowl saves you money on the food and treats you buy every month.
