my shepard is a strong chewer, she destoys all , will this survive? we had a double ring chew that lasted a long time the new ones we buy just do not hold up .. need a very strong double ring chew what and where do we find it??? my shepard is a strong chewer, she destoys all , will this survive? we had a double ring chew that lasted a long time the new ones we buy just do not hold up .. need a very strong double ring chew... » Read More my shepard is a strong chewer, she destoys all , will this survive? we had a double ring chew that lasted a long time the new ones we buy just do not hold up .. need a very strong double ring chew what and where do we find it??? « Show Less
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Although this item carries a guarantee we would recommend other West Paw Design items for a strong chewer. The West Paw Design Hurley, Tux, and Jive ball are made to be chewed on versus the Bumi which although durable is more of a play toy. There are also products called Unbreakoball and Goughnuts that are extremely durable and offer guarantees. We hope this helps!
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I have 2 pit bulls, one around 50 lbs and the other that's 65-70lbs. Both are strong chewers... they are able to break of large chunks of the standard nylon bones. They loved tugging with this and it lasted 2-3 weeks with playing tug constantly, and I do mean constantly. This was their favorite toy hands down. It's in 3 pieces now and they still try to tug with it, but they also like to chew on the pieces like a bone. They have never broken off any pieces by chewing it.
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Hi Ellis. I also have two really tough chewing labs and the West Paw Design toys are hands down some of the best I have seen. I'd recommend the Hurley and Jive as the most durable of the group. Thanks! Jason, Backcountry K-9
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I understand your concern, however my experience with this Kong Balls is that they are virtually indestructible. I have two adult male German shepherds that play with theirs continually, and have yet to see this ball shredded to ribbons like so many other toys. We bought this product about 8 months ago and its still going strong!
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I have a chewer. She got it for her birthday (3/17/13) and it still squeaks. A few small holes but still squeaking which is what keeps her going. Even went through the wash once.I have a 50lb basenji/husky.
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My puppy is 6 months, 30 lbs, and I would classify her as a moderate chewer. She's had it for a little while now. I got her the "giant" one. It's not all that easy for her to bring around, but she learned how, and it is standing the test of a puppy who is growing molars. She mostly only uses it when she gets into really aggressive chewing spurts. She mostly uses stuffed animals (they don't last long, but she loves 'em), a rope, and a red Kong bone.
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I just read that they are guaranteed by Planet Dog - you call call the company and ask your questions 1-800-381-1516. I am thinking about getting our power chewer the diamond plate ball... it's their most durable- so maybe it will last more than a few minutes... I guess there's only one way to know for sure. I wish they'd make them without the big treat hole!!
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My dog has been working on hers about 2 months and it's lost maybe an inch in length (started about 8 inches). She's a German Shepher/Husky mix, so she has a fairly strong jaw, but she's 4 years old, so she's also not chewing as frequently as a dog under 1 year might. My boss buys elk antlers for her rottweilers and they typically last those very strong (but older) dogs several months. If you're looking to get an antler, elk is definitely the species you want as they are the most dense and last the longest. White tail antlers don't tend to be much cheaper but are much softer and don't last nearly as long I've found from experience. My dog has been working on hers about 2 months and it's lost maybe an inch in length (started about 8 inches). She's a German Shepher/Husky mix, so she has a fairly strong jaw, but she's 4 years old, so she's also not chewing as frequently as a dog under 1 year might. My boss buys elk antlers for her rottweilers and they typically last those very strong (but older) dogs several months. If you're looking to get an antler, elk is definitely the species you want as they are the most dense and last the longest. White tail antlers don't tend to be much cheaper but are much softer and don't last... » Read More My dog has been working on hers about 2 months and it's lost maybe an inch in length (started about 8 inches). She's a German Shepher/Husky mix, so she has a fairly strong jaw, but she's 4 years old, so she's also not chewing as frequently as a dog under 1 year might. My boss buys elk antlers for her rottweilers and they typically last those very strong (but older) dogs several months. If you're looking to get an antler, elk is definitely the species you want as they are the most dense and last the longest. White tail antlers don't tend to be much cheaper but are much softer and don't last nearly as long I've found from experience. « Show Less
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I think you need to look at the more durable beds. It is instinct for a puppy to chew "anything". This bed is soft and comfortable, but could not withstand chewing. Good luck, puppies are worth it;)
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I bought the 3" for our 14 lb. dog. It came today and I loaded it up with kibble, rolled it around a bit until some food came out so she knew what the point was, then let her at it. She's not real keen on the other toys she has to retrieve treats from but she loved it! This is how she's going to get her food from now on so it gives her a bit of a daily challenge. I like that you can increase or decrease the difficulty. The 3" is fine, at some point I may get a 5" just so it holds more food. Haven't had a problem with it getting stuck under furniture yet but she's not super aggressive with it. I bought the 3" for our 14 lb. dog. It came today and I loaded it up with kibble, rolled it around a bit until some food came out so she knew what the point was, then let her at it. She's not real keen on the other toys she has to retrieve treats from but she loved it! This is how she's going to get her food from now on so it gives her a bit of a daily challenge. I like that you can increase or decrease the difficulty. The 3" is fine, at some point I may get a 5" just so it holds more food. Haven't had a problem with it getting stuck under furniture yet but she's not super... » Read More I bought the 3" for our 14 lb. dog. It came today and I loaded it up with kibble, rolled it around a bit until some food came out so she knew what the point was, then let her at it. She's not real keen on the other toys she has to retrieve treats from but she loved it! This is how she's going to get her food from now on so it gives her a bit of a daily challenge. I like that you can increase or decrease the difficulty. The 3" is fine, at some point I may get a 5" just so it holds more food. Haven't had a problem with it getting stuck under furniture yet but she's not super aggressive with it. « Show Less
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My dog is quite a chewer, so it probably doesn't take her very long. But I can't be sure, because we give these treats when we have to crate her. I do know there's no way they last as long as rawhides, though. And be wary of the Nylabone chew toys with the sold surface. They're made in China, NOT the Healthy Edibles, which are still made here. And I won't let my dog have the ones from China, after she got really sick after chewing on one of them for several hours.
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So far my aggressive chewer has not destroyed it. Like your dog, my dog shred almost any toy in minutes. I am very pleased and planned to get a couple of more. I don't feel like I am flushing money down the drain.
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that ball is kinda like silicone ... it is soft to a certain degree but INDESTRUCTABLE !!!!! The core with the light may come out at some point but the ball never breaks orwears out .. it mostly gets scuffed up and sorta dirty ... usually it gets lost and that is why I have a supply of them. they are my dogs entire life. She sleeps with thedang thing in her mouth. Worth every penney. She gets beside herself when I get a new one out of the closet. Better yet when I turn it on to throw it at night. She LOVES that and has learned to chew and press on it, mouthing it and rolling it around in her mouth til she gets it turned on !! Long answer to your ? but worth it, your dog will love it ! that ball is kinda like silicone ... it is soft to a certain degree but INDESTRUCTABLE !!!!! The core with the light may come out at some point but the ball never breaks orwears out .. it mostly gets scuffed up and sorta dirty ... usually it gets lost and that is why I have a supply of them. they are my dogs entire life. She sleeps with thedang thing in her mouth. Worth every penney. She gets beside herself when I get a new one out of the closet. Better yet when I turn it on to throw it at night. She LOVES that and has learned to chew and press on it, mouthing it and rolling it... » Read More that ball is kinda like silicone ... it is soft to a certain degree but INDESTRUCTABLE !!!!! The core with the light may come out at some point but the ball never breaks orwears out .. it mostly gets scuffed up and sorta dirty ... usually it gets lost and that is why I have a supply of them. they are my dogs entire life. She sleeps with thedang thing in her mouth. Worth every penney. She gets beside herself when I get a new one out of the closet. Better yet when I turn it on to throw it at night. She LOVES that and has learned to chew and press on it, mouthing it and rolling it around in her mouth til she gets it turned on !! Long answer to your ? but worth it, your dog will love it ! « Show Less
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Amanda, our dog could not chew through the goughnut send he destroys his toys quickly. However, once our dog realized he could not chew through it (after about a month) he wouldn't play with it any more. We ended up giving it away
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my 2 yr old pit is an aggressive chewer and she hasn't destroyed it to the point that I had to throw it away.. they are small chew plugs, but I keep an eye if I see her paws down on the ball, which means she is in destroy mode :) Good luck !!!
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I have 2 aggressive chewers, a 115 lb. 10 yr old golden retriever and at 12 lb. 7 mo. old mini doxi mix, both can destroy indestructible toys, beds, blankets, you name it, in less than 24 hrs. They've had 2 diff sizes of these balls for about 3-4 weeks now and both look the same as the day I opened them. They play with them regularly, so you should get more than 24 hrs. out of them. My tiny dog can carry the very large one of these around also. He shreads a normal tennis ball in a matter of minutes, these he can't. Thankfully, they've worked for us.
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Our first dog never even tried to chew it because it's such a hard plastic. Our second dog did chew the plastic and made a hole, but the company replaced the legs he gnawed on. I think it's worth t because there is a one-year warranty on anything the dog chews on the bed, but if your dog has chewed metal?! I'm not sure what will happen?
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I just bought the "heavy duty" black Kong classic dog toy, which is supposed to be more durable . I have had the red Kong classic which my 70 lb. lab chewed up in 1 day. It was a size large. Now she has had the black Kong for a week, with no tears at all. It is also a size large. I would not buy the red kong classic, but I would try the heavy duty Kong classic. (in black).
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My dog is about the same weight and I would call her a very aggressive chewer. This is by far her favorite chew toy and it has lasted way longer than I ever expected. It is chewed up pretty well, but she still loves it and it looks to last for a good while yet. You might want to give it a try. Good luck!