We've Tested Hundreds of "Indestructible" Dog Toys — These Are the Best

My dog is absolutely obsessed with this toy. She begs to go outside all day and night just so she can play with this ball. She loves when we kick it around and play with her, but she'll play with it on her own, too.

And she's not the only dog who can't get enough of the Jolly Ball. Several of our testers already owned this ball and loved it. With daily (very aggressive) use, the Jolly Ball doesn't look the prettiest (as it's an outside-only toy), but it stands up well against my dog's chewing, pawing, and thrashing—not an easy feat.

I also love that the Jolly Ball floats, making days on the water that much more fun for our dog. Jolly Ball has a variety of different spherical toys, each with its own toughness rating, so you can see exactly which one is right for your tough chewer.

Update: After over a year of use, the Jolly Ball is no longer with us, but not because my dog destroyed it. Instead of kicking the bucket, our beloved Jolly Ball disappeared, probably lost to my pup's tossing antics. It was still in good condition at the time of disappearance, so I can attest that it is indestructible, but just not currently locate-able.

Parents of tough chewers have a love/hate relationship with plush dog toys. Our dogs obviously love them, but finding one that'll last more than 20 minutes can be impossible.

While no plush toy is ever going to be truly indestructible (meaning it'll last years), there are a handful that are better than others. In our home, an indestructible dog toy is one that lasts 6+ weeks. Even though we know our dog will destroy them, they're one of her favorite types of toys, so it's a cost we're willing to eat every couple of months.

Of course, we have to include a disclaimer here: if your dog is prone to eating the stuffing or fabric from plush toys: do not give them these toys. Ingesting stuffing or fabric can lead to a host of gastrointestinal issues, with some including surgical intervention to fix.

With all of that said, Fluff & Tuff toys take the cake for our testers. After weeks of playing, this little rabbit has yet to show even a single hole, and that's because Fluff & Tuff uses double-stitched reinforced seams and a double mesh interior lining. So while the outside is a fuzzy, soft exterior that dogs love, the interior stands up well to gnawing and gnashing.

Additionally, Fluff & Tuff embroiders on eyes, so you won't have to worry about Fido ingesting any beads (which are also harmful). And if they do happen to eat some of the stuffing, Fluff & Tuff uses a non-toxic stuff that should make it easier on dogs to flush out.

UPDATE: After nearly six months of daily play, this little rabbit is still going strong! One small hole is the only major sign of wear, and the stuffing hasn't starting coming out, yet.

UPDATE 2: A full year later, and Walter Wabbit has officially met his demise. My dog was finally able to rip small holes in two of the paws of the rabbit that allowed small pieces of fluff to fall out, so I decided to replace the toy. If I was being super frugal, I probably could have stitched his paws and gotten a few more months of use, but I'll take a full year in comparison to the mere minutes other toys gave us.

For a toy that's guaranteed to tire them out with absolutely 0 effort from you (we know, we're lazy!), the Tree Tugger is what you want in your arsenal. It's a great option for both dogs that love to fetch and/or those who love to play tug-of-war, because it gives them a little bit of both!

Our dog is an intense fetch fanatic and has incredible jaw strength, and this toy has held up to her daily playing for months. The bouncy bungie cord is made of a ballistic nylon that can take even the strongest dogs yanking on it. Trust us, you should be more worried about your tree limb than this cord.

The cord attaches to an included ball that has a hollow center and a hole running through it. I wouldn't describe this ball as indestructible when used by itself, but, attached to the bungee cord, it won't rip. Also, you can add any ball or toy that you can tie to the bungee cord. So if your dog has another one they love, then add that!

UPDATE: As expected, the included ball on this toy didn't last the long haul. It did make it through about six months of heavy use, but my dog was eventually able to rip it off the cord. The bungee cord, however, is still looking good as new. It has plenty of bounce and strength to hold up to constant tugging.

My 9-year-old Lab mix is a very aggressive chewer. We learned early on that anything with stuffing would get destroyed within minutes, and we have tried countless "indestructible" toys that he has managed to destroy. The exception is the black line of Kong toys.

The Kong tire comes in two sizes (small and medium/large). The inside of the tire is designed for filling, whether you stuff it with peanut butter or your favorite Kong treat filler.

We bought it for him in December 2020, and it remains free of any bite marks or blemishes. It's a great fetch toy, but he really just loves to carry it around and chew on it.

UPDATE: After nearly four years, this tire is still going strong. My dog plays with it regularly, yet it remains free of any tears or blemishes.

My dog loves a hard plastic bone, but we've found that most just don't hold up to her chewing. And while we're okay buying a new bone every few weeks, we started to worry about if she might be ingesting actual plastic pieces. Needless to say, we swapped in this trio and they've held up better than any we've had before.

There is absolutely no softness to these bones, so we don't recommend them for young or small dogs. But since there's no softness, they hold up incredibly well to even the toughest chewers. After a full year of use, these definitely have dents and scratches, but they're not at all worn down.

This trio comes in three flavors, and our dog seems to love them all. While the ring and bone have a more smooth feel, the wishbone has a bit of grit in the texture that she seems to prefer. Overall, the design of each is targeted towards different types of chewers. She tends to love the wishbone shape in most chews, so I'm not surprised it's been her favorite with these.

Here's my disclaimer with these: she still prefers a Benebone over these. But these Nylabones have held up much better to her chewing, and they are a close second to her beloved Benebone. So, the switch was worth it.

The classic Kong is a great choice for any dog. It's bouncy, fillable, and durable. But the standard red version was no match for my dog. The black Extreme version, marketed for serious chewers, though, has held up really well.

Like the standard version, the Extreme Kong comes in five sizes, from small (for dogs up to 20 pounds) to extra-large (for dogs 85 pounds and up). Kong makes filling for their toys, but you can easily use peanut butter or some kibble. But our dog is happy to chew on it with nothing inside.

According to my Amazon history, we purchased this toy for my Lab mix back in 2019, and it still looks brand new after countless hours of chewing. If you're only looking to buy one indestructible dog toy, this is it.

UPDATE: This is the toy that convinced me to only buy black Kongs for my dog. He has managed to tear up the red ones, but this one remains in great shape after nearly five years.

Sick and tired of your dog ripping that brand new set of tennis balls you just got him? Same, which is why investing in a Goughnuts ball is 100% worth it. And, yes, we say invest because these toys are definitely not cheap. But they do come with a lifetime warranty, and their name of "virtually indestructible" stands true.

No matter how much your pup loves shaking and biting into this ball, there's honestly no way they'll destroy it. It's just that tough, which is a feature not all dogs will love. Since this ball is essentially bite-proof, it has very little give. If your dog likes a little bit of chewiness or to have a better grip on their toys, then they might prefer Goughnuts Power Chewer or Power Chewer + balls instead.

Another feature that might be tough for some dogs to get around is that this ball doesn't float due to the dense rubber it's made of. If your dog loves to play fetch in water, then you'll want to opt for the Power Chewer + ball, instead.

Yes, this is the third Kong toy on this list! But when it comes to indestructible dog toys, they are really hard to beat. Buying a dog toy only to have your four-legged friend destroy it within minutes is frustrating (we've been there!), so we stick with what we know will work.

Our recommendation is to look for the black Kong toys labeled "Extreme" if your dog is truly an aggressive chewer. The classic red versions are probably fine for most dogs, but mine really needs the extra durability of the Extreme version.

The hard rubber bone has openings on the ends if you want to fill it with treats, but for my dog, the most fun game is dropping it under the bed so his humans have to crawl down and retrieve it. (Available in two sizes.)

UPDATE: This sturdy toy remains my dog's favorite. He carries it from the bedroom to the living room and back to play, and it has held up remarkably well over two years. We've definitely gotten our money's worth out of this one!

There's no doubt about it, you should be prepared to pay for quality when it comes to indestructible dog toys. And if you consider amount of use into the cost, these toys usually end up being less expensive in the long run compared to their cheaper counterparts—but that doesn't mean we don't love a good bargain. This budget-friendly rubber bone won't cost you a fortune but is a toy your furry family member will get plenty of use out of.

After weeks of use, my dog is still having a field day with this toy. He loves the different textures and the wishbone shape is easy for him to carry around. While we still love the Kong line, this is a more cost-effective option that comes in as a close second!

UPDATE: I have to admit, this toy surprised me with its durability. Out of the packaging, I didn't have high hopes, but it has held up really well with regular play.