Anyone with a four-legged friend will know how much they like to play – whether digging in the garden, running after balls or finding the squeak in a toy they then don’t want to relinquish.
If you want to treat your dog with a new toy, it can be hard to know where to start, as there are so many on the market. Firstly, it’s worth considering what activity you want to do with your pet pooch. Maybe they love playing fetch, or are they more into tug of war? If they have destructive tendencies at home, maybe some mental stimulation and search-type toys will keep them entertained and reduce any negative behaviours.
Fortunately, we’ve done the hard work for you, and have come up with a list of the best dog toys, for all breeds, sizes and temperaments. There are squeaky, floaty, interactive, crunchy, digging and cuddling toys and everything in between in our round-up, so you’re sure to find something your four-legged friend will love.
How we tested the best dog toys
Three diligent testers – Luna and Huccaby the labradors and Bluebell the springador – put a range of toys through their paces. They were given each in isolation to play with and presented with all in a box for them to pick their favourites.
The best dog toys for 2024 are:
- Best dog toy overall – Nylabone power chew shish kebab alternative mess-free chew: £12.42, Amazon.co.uk
- Best budget dog toy – Pup Suds tug toy: £5, Pupsuds.co.uk
- Best dog toy for active dogs – Dr Zigs doggie bubbles, peanut butter scented: £35.94, Amazon.co.uk
- Best treat dispenser – Paws Only dog treat toy: 9.99, Amazon.co.uk
- Best eco-friendly dog toy – Resploot tuffles dog toy: £11.96, Amazon.co.uk
