Dog Small Toys: Choosing the Right One for Fun.
Okay, so I've got a hyperactive Jack Russell, right? This little guy, Buster, can chew through anything. I swear, he sees a toy and thinks, "Challenge accepted!" So, I've been on this mission to find small dog toys that can actually survive him.
The Great Toy Hunt Begins
I started, like everyone, by hitting up the usual pet stores. Grabbed a few cute-looking plushies. Mistake number one. Big mistake.
- First attempt: A fluffy squirrel. Lasted about 5 minutes before it was just fluff everywhere.
- Second try: A squeaky hedgehog. Squeaker died within the hour, followed shortly by the hedgehog itself.
Clearly, "cute" wasn't going to cut it. I needed something tougher. I started checking all sorts of toys, picking them up, and give them a good squeeze. I even try to tear them, right * I feel I could rip it apart with my hands, Buster would destroy them in seconds.
Finding Some (Slightly) Better Options
Then I found those super-tough rubber toys. You know, the ones that look like they're made for industrial use? I grabbed a small, bright-colored one – a bone-shaped thing.
Buster loved it! He gnawed on it for hours. It got a little scuffed, but hey, it survived! Success, or so I thought. I've got a couple of tips during searching toys.
- Material Matters:Skip the soft, fluffy stuff. Go for durable rubber, solid, or maybe tough rope toys.
- Size is Key: Small enough for them to carry, but NOT small enough to swallow. That's a vet visit waiting to happen.
- Squeaker Beware: If it has a squeaker, make sure it's REALLY well-embedded. Those things are like a prize for a determined dog.
The Ongoing Experiment
I've also experimented with those treat-dispensing toys. The small, hard plastic ones with little holes. I stuffed it with tiny bits of kibble. Keeps Buster busy for a good while, rolling it around, trying to get the food out. It's not indestructible, but it's lasted longer than most because he's more focused on the treats than destroying the toy.
So, the search continues. I'm still looking for that holy grail of small dog toys – the one that's both fun AND Buster-proof. It's a tough job, but somebody's gotta do it, I guess my journey of toys will never end!
