There is no "one size fits all" dog toy. I have owned 8 dogs of the same breed & every one has different toy preferences. A couple prefer chew bones over toys. Several love their stuffed animals. They run around shaking & tossing the toy then put back in their bed when done. They are "soft mouthed" dogs that don't like to chew up their toys. Then there are the "bionic jaws" toy chewers. While no toy is totally indestructible at Spike's we carry a variety of toys that stand up to rough play.

The biggest comment I hear when helping people pick out a dog toy is "I don't know what my dog will like". Simple solution, bring your dog into Spike's and ask it. Pets are welcome at Spike's on leash. Take your dog to the toy section & show him each type of toy. Squeak or rattle the toy if it is one that makes noise. Some toys squeak or grunt, others rattle or make a crinkling noise. There are toys that make no sounds and toys that can be filled with treats. Do not give your dog the toy, just show each toy to gauge the level of interest. You probably have seen a sign in some stores that says "you break it, you bought it". With toys the rule is "you drool on it you buy it".

It is normal to buy several toys before finding your dog's perfect toy. If your dog is not interested in a toy that you bring home, trying storing in your dog food for a while before re-introducing to your dog. Some dogs don't like that "new toy smell" and the smell of food will attract his interest.

Treat dispensing toys are excellent for a dog that is anxious left home alone or gets bored during the day. My dogs look forward to when I leave for work because they each get a Kong filled with dog food & peanut butter that is frozen overnight.

Ask the Spike's staff for help choosing a toy. We are all animal lovers and buy toys and treats for our dogs so the products we carry at Spike's are personally tested by our own pets! Check out our selection of Dog Toys we have to choose from!