Toys & Play

Squeaky tug toys for dogs, sorted by play style

Match the toy to how your dog plays. Shredders need a stuffing-free toy, while carriers and gentle mouthers usually prefer soft plush.

Fire hose and stuffing-free: for dogs who shred plush

The fire hose crocodile is made from real fire-hose material with no stuffing to scatter, and its squeakers keep working after a puncture. At about 26 inches long, it suits tug and fetch.

Soft plush for gentle to moderate chewers and carriers

The realistic plush fox has a soft body about 10 inches long, a squeaker inside and a 6-inch tail for gentle tug. This realistic plush dog toy suits gentle to moderate chewers and carriers.

Tug games: grip, length and house rules

With dog tug toys, length helps: the 26-inch crocodile keeps hands farther from your dog's teeth. Pull side to side at your dog's level, start and end games on your cue, and pause if teeth touch skin.

A motion-activated ball for solo cat play

The motion-activated rolling cat ball wakes when touched, then dashes, turns and pauses like prey. This self-rolling cat ball has two play modes, a plush pouch cover and a USB-rechargeable battery. Find more for cats in cat essentials.

Toy safety: supervise, inspect and retire worn toys

No toy is indestructible, fire hose included. Supervise all play, check toys after each session and remove anything torn or loose. If your pet swallows part of a toy, contact your veterinarian promptly, and ask them about any ongoing chewing concerns.

Free standard shipping and 30-day returns

Standard shipping is free to the 48 contiguous states and Washington, DC. Orders dispatch within 1–2 business days and usually arrive 2–5 business days later. We do not ship to Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. territories, APO/FPO addresses or outside the country.

Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery. Change-of-mind returns carry a 15% restocking fee, and you pay return postage. Damaged, defective or wrong items reported within 7 days are replaced or refunded in full. See our shipping policy, returns policy and Nilosi Pets FAQ.

Dog and cat toy FAQs

How tough are fire hose dog toys?

Sturdier than standard plush, but a determined chewer can still wear through one. Retire it once holes or loose pieces appear.

Do the squeakers still work after a dog punctures them?

In the fire hose crocodile, yes; they keep squeaking after a puncture. The plush fox is not built for heavy chewing; remove it once the fabric tears.

How do I know if my dog is a gentle or heavy chewer?

Watch a soft toy during supervised play. If it stays mostly intact, a squeaky plush dog toy like the fox fits; if seams open quickly, choose the crocodile.

When should I throw away a dog toy?

Once it has holes, open seams, an exposed squeaker or pieces small enough to swallow. If your dog swallows part of a toy, contact your veterinarian.

Does the motion-activated cat ball work on carpet?

On short-pile rugs, yes. It suits hard floors and short-pile rugs, so for the liveliest play, use one of those rather than thick carpet.

How long does the cat ball run on one charge?

About an hour of active play per charge, and it recharges by USB. This motion-activated cat toy sleeps when a game ends and wakes when your cat touches it.

For chewing styles, read Toys for Dogs Who Destroy Toys. For quieter enrichment, see What to Put on a Lick Mat or browse lick mats in feeding and enrichment.