There are two types of doodles: those that cuddle with toys and those that mutilate them.
The cuddlers will happily spend hours snuggling a cute stuffy or squeaking that new latex toy – and the toy will last months, if not years. The toy mutilators are equally as thrilled with a new toy, but there’s one key difference: the toy has a 3 minute life expectancy until it’s destuffed, desqueaked, and chewed into a pile of tiny pieces. Finding lasting toys for doodle chewers is challenging!
Here are the top chews & toys for your favorite cotton ball and her tenacious set of jaws
RidgeRunner Elk Antlers
Looking for a natural, non-toxic treat that’s not man-made yet will still satisfy your dog’s urge to chew? Look no farther! Our dogs started getting excited about their RidgeRunner elk antlers before I had even pulled them out of the shipping box. Elk antlers help keep tarter under control while supplying your fur-child with a natural source of calcium, phosphorous, manganese, and zinc. Wild elk seasonally shed their antlers, which are then collected from the floors of American forests. Choose a whole elk antler as a Christmas gift for power chewers and a split elk antler for more occasional chewers. Elk antlers are softer than deer antlers, making them less likely to crack teeth. Even so, always supervise chewing. Learn more about selecting the right antler for your pup in our elk antler product review.
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Native Pet Yak Chews
Wait, whaaaat? Yes, you read that right: YAK. These treats are hardened cheese sourced straight from the yaks of rural Nepal. I don’t know who is responsible for milking the yaks each day, but I do know that these all-natural treats are a great choice for chewers with sensitive stomachs. With no preservatives or chemicals and made with only three simple ingredients (yak milk, salt, and lime juice), Native Pet boasts that these lactose-free treats are a nourishing supplement to your dog’s diet. Choose the medium treat for doodles weighing around 20lbs. If your dog is an aggressive chewer, consider purchasing a larger size. When your dood whittles the yak cheese down, pop the remaining piece in the microwaves for 45 seconds. The piece will inflate into a crunchy, cheesy treat sure to delight any pup (our dogs think yak cheese puffs are amazing!). Since hardened yak cheese is a treat made from real, edible ingredients, it is intended to have a short life expectancy. If your dog doesn’t finish the whole treat in one sitting, pat it dry and store it out of direct sunlight and away from moisture, as moisture could lead to molding. Native Pet does offer a satisfaction guarantee: “Try out Native Pet risk-free! If you aren’t satisfied, we will fully refund your purchase, no questions asked!” What doodle wouldn’t love finding a cheesy Christmas treat hiding in her stocking? Learn more about Native Pet’s Yak Chews in our review.
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West Paw ZogoFlex
West Paw makes a variety of non-toxic chewer-friendly dog toys rated for medium to super chewers, and all made in the USA. The best part: West Paw has a chew-proof guarantee! The company proudly states, “If you aren’t completely satisfied with your West Paw purchase, we’ll replace it or refund your purchase. Best of all, we do the legwork for you. No need to mail in the product you want replaced or refunded, just fill out our Love It Guarantee™ form and we’ll take care of the rest.” Which of West Paw various products should grace your doodle’s Christmas stocking this year? For power chewers, choose the Tux. The Tux has the toughest durability rating, plus it can be stuffed with treats. If your dog isn’t a power chewer, give the Bumi a try.
The Jolly Pets Jolly Ball
Horsemen’s Pride designed and manufactured the original Jolly Ball for horses. In 1994, Jolly Pets started as an offshoot of Horsemen’s Pride focusing on quality, durable dog toys. Jolly Pets now produces over 20 unique, long lasting dog chews, balls, animals, and discs, all designed for dogs. Best of all, Jolly Pets dog toys are non-toxic and many are made in the USA. Plus all toys are backed by a manufacturer’s guarantee. If your dog loves herding or soccer, try the Bounce-N-Play. This ball is intended for dogs to push around with their noses rather than being picked up and carried. Since Bounce-N-Play balls are too large for a dog to wrap her jaws around, they’re a great toy option for power chewers. If your dog isn’t a power chewer, try the Romp-N-Roll. Because every dog is unique, Jolly Pets has a toy finder that helps you determine which Jolly toy is best for your individual dog based on her size, preferences, and tendencies.
Dog Chew Comparison
Anyone who has opened a pack of bully sticks understands the need of finding a dog chew that doesn’t require you to hold your nose the entire your time your pup enjoys it. Elk antlers have a very minimal smell that is only noticeable if the antler is held right up to your nose. Freshly opened yak chews definitely smell more than elk antlers, but not enough to send you running out of the room or keep you from enjoying your dinner.
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Disclaimer
Timberidge Goldendoodles may have received some of these products for free in exchange for an honest review. All of the products we review we have personally used with our own dogs and genuinely recommend.