Does this work well for "toy" breeds? I noticed some of the comments/reviews said it got stuck on their dogs teeth?
675000
I have a papillon mix who is under 10 lbs and she loves it. She just pushed it around with her nose.
675001
My dog is bigger than a toy.He is poodle /mini schnauzer mix. He is a chewer and too smart for toy.He figured out how to open it and get treats out. His teeth never got stuck in it.
1470570
could be - we use it with larger dogs like pointers or Deutsch Drahthaar. They don´t love it in the beginning, trying to shake it off, but then get used to it. Would be worth trying
1061478
Mine sits sort of loosely, so when one went to chew it would come off I suspect. Many regions have dental assistance plans. Look around more widely you may find one? Good luck. This ain't the solution sadly.
945305
Sorry, I don't own this particular model. However, if you have very long hair the teeth do tend to make hair get stuck (mine did). I do have a model similar. Hope it helped.
1586911
it holds up well to my pit she can make it squeak by biting on it hard but it takes a licking the regular kongs that were hollow didn't work out as well she just start working on the hole and pretty soon there wasn't much kong left my I also suggest the Nylabone Big Chews Beef Bone for Big Dogs that what my pit mix uses for a pacifier
1854477
I don't know your dog but my dog destroys ANY toy or bone and this one lasts FOREVER!! Hes had it for over a month and you can't see any teeth marks. I HIGHLY recommend this toy.
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Some of the bones we ordered our airdale will chew it down but not eat it. If little bits are coming off you May want to try a real baby teething toy for your puppy. The soft rubber maybe slightly tougher and not as easy to bite through like a dog toy. Just in case I would still keep an eye on your little baby until you notice that he/she can't penetrate the rubber teething chew toy. Just another idea. The softer the rubber toy is the puppy will not get bored. Another great way to use that teething toy is to put it in the freezer for five to 10 minutes. The cold soothes the puppies gums. Just an idea for you.Good luck. Some of the bones we ordered our airdale will chew it down but not eat it. If little bits are coming off you May want to try a real baby teething toy for your puppy. The soft rubber maybe slightly tougher and not as easy to bite through like a dog toy. Just in case I would still keep an eye on your little baby until you notice that he/she can't penetrate the rubber teething chew toy. Just another idea. The softer the rubber toy is the puppy will not get bored. Another great way to use that teething toy is to put it in the freezer for five to 10 minutes. The cold soothes the puppies gums.... » Read More Some of the bones we ordered our airdale will chew it down but not eat it. If little bits are coming off you May want to try a real baby teething toy for your puppy. The soft rubber maybe slightly tougher and not as easy to bite through like a dog toy. Just in case I would still keep an eye on your little baby until you notice that he/she can't penetrate the rubber teething chew toy. Just another idea. The softer the rubber toy is the puppy will not get bored. Another great way to use that teething toy is to put it in the freezer for five to 10 minutes. The cold soothes the puppies gums. Just an idea for you.Good luck. « Show Less
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we purchased the Sophie teether with the rings on it. I highly recommend it if choking on the legs is a concern. my one-year-old still enjoys chewing on it!
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I am going to be honest with you, my dog would not stop chasing the ball till I stop him, doing so he rip the skin close to the bone off! Since they cant bite the ball, they are forced to use there legs and lean into the ball, doing so it will remove skin. By the way he still has problems with his leg today. Anyways I keep looking for something that wont hurt your dog.. Merry Christmas to all. Tom
2040102
My puppy has been chewing on one of these for several months. Hasn't been a problem for her. It has helped keep her teeth clean.
937556
My dog, a puggle, has not had a problem with them, but they are hard. He seems to scrape bits off it, that's probably why they last awhile. Other reviewers may have more to say about any issues with teeth. When it gets small enough that I worry he might choke, I put it in the microwave on high for about 30s (I watch it) and it puffs up. It's very hot when it comes out, so it has to cool.
988865
I honestly don't think your dogs can get their jaws around this. My brother has a mastiff too and went nuts for the jolly ball. The plastic is industructible- they give these to horses and zoo animals. They are a great toy! Personally I'd opt for the bigger ball, just because of the size of your dogs. I hope your dogs enjoy!!
458755
It's too big for your dogs. I think they have to be over 8 pounds for this. The collar is just huge on my ten pound dachsund. I have an underground system that has a tiny collar and is safe for toy dogs. You might want to look into something like that where you have control of the severity of the shock if they go through the fence. If you only need a small space for such little dogs, it might even be less expensive. Good luck!
1888493
I don't think you're supposed to let them chew on it. You just brush their teeth with it and put it away. If they inadvertently bite down on it, I don't think that should be any issue.
914635
I use it for my toy poodle without any problems. I'm not sure why you need it for your dog, but I know that it works well for mine. I would check the return policy so that you can return it if necessary. Good luck!
1907199
That is an issue at first, I have to get my dog first thing in the morning when she's still groggy. She still tries to lick it off the brush but eventually she got used to it and I was able to get the back molars. It took a few weeks before she relented. Be persistent!
1249692
Its best for your pup that they are a hard surface. It keeps the teeth clean and aids in the eruption of the adult teeth.