12 Close-to-Indestructible Dog Toys for Aggressive Chewers

Best for: Long chewing sessions that might also involve a treat.

What to know: Kong's classic cone toy is made from durable natural rubber designed with a hollow middle for treats such as peanut butter or kibble. It's one of the most popular indestructible dog toys on Amazon, with thousands of five-star reviews.

Megan Conrad, BVMS, CFV, HABc, an associate veterinarian at Wellhaven Pet Health, specifically recommends the Kong brand. "They make several rugged toys especially for dogs that chew a lot of things up," Dr. Conrad says.

How to use: Stuffing interactive toys like this one with peanut butter or treats helps encourage your dog to use their brain to problem solve, according to Dr. Weitzman. Because dogs have to work to get out the food, it draws out the reward. If you reliably fill your Kong with treats, a dog might get wise and learn to protect and respect this toy versus tearing it to bits.

The manufacturer says you can put it in the freezer for 4 to 6 hours before play to make gnawing even more of a challenge. You can rinse this toy clean, or even put it in the dishwasher.

Other versions: This is the medium size. There's also a small, a large, and an extra large. The Kong Extreme is black; the classic original version for mild chewers is red.

Best for: Dogs who like to wrestle a plush animal.

What to know: The plushies in the Durablez line cost $6 or less, so they're a small investment in indoor fun for your pup. There's no stuffing, so if/when your dog rips it open, there's no mess. There is, however, a large squeaker on the inside, to get your dog riled up. Your dog may eventually pull it out!

How to use: Toss it to your dog to fetch, or hold one side and use it for a game of tug-of-war. To clean, wash it in water with just a little soap, rinse, and hang to dry.

Other versions: Outward Hound does lots of different animals, including a pink pig and a green hedgehog. If your dog is a real animal with chewing, there's another line called Tough Skinz for even more durability. It's a newer line with fewer reviews, but you can see their food-themed plush like an avocado and donut.

Best for: Chewing fun with a side of fresher breath.

What to know: Made from all-natural rubber and infused with baking soda, this ape-shaped toy claims to freshen your dog's breath, while the textured surface cleans their teeth.

"In general, rubber-based toys tend to be the most durable and safe for dogs," Dr. Conrad says. There's less of a chance of dogs breaking their teeth on this versus them chewing on a real bone.

How to use: The baking power is infused in, so there's nothing to add. This is not for big dogs—only for dogs up to 35 pounds.

Some users gravitate toward this because it is silent, good when household members are trying to sleep or take a work call. This toy is dishwasher-safe.

Other versions: This is the large; there's also a small for dogs up to 25 pounds. There's also a green gator.

Best for: Aggressive chewing on a hard surface. Your dog's teeth might get cleaner, too.

What to know: This ring's textured, flavored nylon will keep even the most mischievous destroyer occupied. Plus, according to the brand, the ridges and nubs on the ring can help keep your dog's teeth clean.

How to use: If you're purchasing dog toys made out of harder materials like nylon, they can cause obstructions if your dog breaks off and tries to swallow a large piece. Dr. Conrad says to keep an eye on your dog while it is chewing and replace this toy as soon as you see pieces breaking off.

Clean a Nylabone with soapy water, then rinse it thoroughly.

Other versions: The one shown is heavy and recommended for dogs 50 pounds and up; they also sell it in a small size for dogs up to 25 pounds. If your medium dog is between 25 and 50 pounds, check out the Nylabone Wishbone.

Best for: Pet parents who want a dog toy with a replacement guarantee.

What to know: Goughnuts donut is made with the same rubber used in spaceships and aircrafts. The brand will replace it for free, minus shipping, if your pup ever chews through it.

Some reviewers complain of it smelling like a tire. Since it is rubber, that makes sense!

How to use: This isn't an interactive toy, nor does it squeak. It's for a dog who likes some serious, solo chewing. Online reviews suggest that large, toughie breeds with strong jaws —pit bulls, Great Danes and bull terriers included—enjoy and don't destroy the ring.

Goughnuts recommends that you clean this with soap and water.

Other versions: This links to one for medium dogs from 30 to 70 pounds. There's also a large for dogs from 60 to 120 pounds, and extra large for dogs 100 pounds and up.

Also, for medium size: There's a version with a red safety core. With that, if you start to see red, you know it has to be replaced.

Best for: Dogs who like a plush friend that squeaks. And when we said "like," we mean they like to try and eat it.

What to know: The double-stitched seams and a tough inner liner help guard against total destruction and mess. Plus, it comes with a built-in squeaker that gives a dog some auditory feedback.

How to use: No matter how sturdy a plush toy is, it's easier to tear apart than a rubber or nylon toy and won't stand up to heavy chewing over time. This brand offers a guarantee though: If the toy doesn't hold up longer than 30 days, they'll offer a one-time replacement.

This can be run through the washing machine, but it can last longer if it is spot-cleaned with a wet cloth.

Other versions: There are several dinosaurs, several dragons, a goofy gator, and a realistic looking chipmunk.

Best for: Dispensing dog treats from a toy that a small or medium dog might not completely destroy.

What to know: The brand says it's made of Orbee-Tuff, a brand of thermoplastic elastomer that is a mix of plastic and rubber and used in the automotive and medical industries. It is considered non-toxic. The toy is mint-scented, which Outward Hound says is for mental stimulation and to freshen doggie breath.

Online reviewers say this may be best for small and medium dogs and not for large, serious chewers who might not be dainty about working for their treats.

How to use: You should stuff this with dry treats to give your dog something to work on for awhile. It can be cleaned in warm, soapy water, rinsed, and air-dried.

Other versions: This is the 5-inch Snoop. There's also a smaller 3.9-inch Snoop for small dogs. Outward Hound also sells a popular, rolling Dog Puzzle Ball that dispenses treats.

Best for: Chewers who like to grab a toy and hold on.

What to know: Bacon-flavored and wishbone-shaped, this nylon toy is designed to be held in your pup's paws so they can get a good chew going. Benebone prioritizes scent and taste to keep dogs interested.

How to use: Use this with supervision. Pet parents should keep a watchful eye when pups play with hard nylon to be sure it's not too hard on their teeth and that they're not swallowing small pieces. The brand offers a visual guide for when to replace the Wishbone.

To clean, simply rinse a Benebone with warm water, or with a bit of soap and water. The brand does not recommend using high heat or a dishwasher.

Other versions: This links to the medium size in bacon flavor. There's also chicken and peanut, and other sizes from small to large to giant. (The brand doesn't give weight guidelines with the sizes.)

Best for: Throwing and fetching over and over. This is a 2-pack in case a ball gets lost, stolen by a dog friend, or if you have two pups.

What to know: Tennis balls won't hold up to a destructive dog. Chuckit! Ultra balls are rubber, so they're not easy to bite through, and they bounce well and float.

How to use: No long instructions needed with a rubber ball! My friend with two spaniels uses these and I can attest to them being easy to throw far. They rinse clean, and I like that they don't get as slobbery and gross as tennis balls.

These are an Amazon bestseller with tens of thousands of five-star reviews. There's no downside, except that the Ultra version does not squeak, and some does like one that makes noise.

Other versions: This is the medium 2.5-inch size for dogs between 20 and 60 pounds. ChuckIt! says the correct size ball is one that doesn't fit entirely in the dog's mouth, and suggests that if you're in doubt, you size up. There's a small 2-inch version for little breeds, large 3-inch size for dogs from 60 to 100 pounds, and XL 3.5-inch size for 100+ pounds.

Best for: An interactive game of fetch with your best friend, on or off the water. (A Hurley can float!)

What to know: A stick substitute, this is lightweight and able to sail far at the park or at the beach. When the Hurley runs its course, you can mail it back to West Paw and they will recycle it to make more dog toys.

Zogoflex is what the brand calls their proprietary material, made in the USA. It can be washed in the dishwasher.

How to use: Dog owners say this bounces as well as floats, keeping dogs excited and interested. For some, it has proven to be indestructible for their dog, but others, not surprisingly, say it just takes some weeks for their pet to eventually chew this down.

Other versions: This links to the large but there's also a small and extra small size. The brand also makes a popular treat-dispensing toy that's also made of its Zogoflex.

Best for: The "Jolly Ball" is Reddit-recommended for chewers, tuggers and chasers.

What to know: Even if it gets punctured, it won't deflate and it will still float in water. Your rambunctious chewer can try to shred the rope and put holes in the hard rubber ball but it will still live for more days of play. (The company makes basically the same toy for horses, so that gives you an idea of its strength.)

How to use: This is a particularly great tug toy for dogs that like to play together. But note that some big dog breeds can eventually chew the rope to ribbons. If that happens, online reviewers say they remove the rope and let their dog keep playing with the ball.

This can be handwashed with soap and water.

Other versions: This is the 8-inch large size. There's also a 4.5-inch small and a 6-inch medium size. (The brand doesn't assign weight guidelines to the sizes.)

Best for: Teething puppies.

What to know: The Nylabone chew toy is soft, the ridges on the sides of the toy help keep teeth clean and breath fresh, and it's also beef flavored. But it's for a puppy—don't give it to an older, more aggressive dog who might chew it to pieces. This is for a puppy up to 15 pounds.

This brand of flexible puppy chew toy comes in many shapes including this indestructible dog bone, a "dental dinosaur," a pretend key ring and more. All are soft and made for teething puppies who need to gnaw often. Among the different varieties, they have earned more than 58,000 five-star Amazon reviews.