Totally indestructible dog toys are difficult to find.
However, there are many durable dog toys for small breed dogs like Bichon Frises, that will last for a long time, even if your dog or puppy is a chewer.
So what constitutes some of the best small dog toys that show solid performance?
Some of the most popular and fun dog toys are those made from hard rubber.
Classic Kong Dog Toy products are but one example of puppy toys that have proven reliable time and time again.
While it might seem impossible that indestructible dog toys exist, these come very close in that they have a very rugged construction that withstands heavy chewing.
Let’s take a look at what you can watch for in toys, to satisfy your active Bichon safely…
Puppies love tastes and textures, even in their toys!
Small Dog Toys
Small hollow rubber toys are one great way to occupy your smart pooch and keep him from negative chewing behaviors.
A bit of peanut butter or another treat tucked inside a hollow toy, becomes a tasty puzzle for your dog. Better still, these durable dog toys usually cost under $15 for a Bichon’s size--a great bargain if it saves a pair of shoes from bite marks!
Nylabone - Nylabone chew toys are another well-known name in the pet industry. These aren’t going to give you the mileage you get out of hard rubber Kongs, but at $10 or less each, the are good value for your money and relatively safe provided you check the toy regularly for signs that pieces are wearing off. Nylabone products have the added benefit of keeping your dogs teeth and gums healthy.
Hurley - There are other fun and tough dog toys on the market including the Hurley dog toy, a product that even floats, for fun-filled days at the beach or park. It’s offered in stick form, as a ball or a bone.
Sqwuggies - If your Bichon likes dog tug toys, the fire hose Sqwuggies product might do the trick. The base material for these are old fire hoses, making it very hard to dislodge the squeaker inside. If you are buying this kind of toy for a puppy, though, do remember to be gentle with a tug toy, or you’ll have a fist full of baby teeth after a half hour of play!
As you’re reviewing your other options for indestructible dog toys remember that your Bichon loves to interact with you, not simply play alone. That activity time also burns off excess energy and deters problems like small dog syndrome.
In short, fun dog toys are an important part of your pup’s physical and mental health and well-being. They also act as a great way to build your relationship with your dog.
