The 12 Best Dog Tug Toys of 2025

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The Zogoflex Bumi is an S-shaped molded toy that stretches to twice its size. That offers a lot of give for tug of war, whether it’s you and your pup or two dogs playing. It’s also easy to fling for fetch and offers some decent bouncing if it hits the ground.

Available in three bright colors for easy spotting, the Zogoflex Bumi comes in small and large sizes. It floats, so it’s a good choice for water sports. Later, you can clean off all the dog slobber by tossing it in the dishwasher.

The toy is manufactured in Montana by West Paws. The brand developed Zogoflex, its proprietary material made of blended plastics. Zogoflex is BPA-free, latex-free, and can be recycled into new toys through the company.

The material feels kind of rubbery and soft, so some puppies like to chew on it when they’re teething. Always make sure you supervise any gnawing because dogs on a mission might break off pieces of the toy and ingest.

_{Sizes: 8 x 1.25 x 5  inches (small), 9.5 x 1.5 x 6 inches (large) | Materials: Zogoflex (made of blended plastics) | Colors: Aqua blue, granny smith, tangerine}

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Hold on to one end of this colorful snake and let your dog pull and yank. When you’re finished (or don’t want to play anymore), this doubles as a sturdy squeaky toy. There are two layers of durable fabric with heavily reinforced seams.

The large has three squeakers, the extra-large has six, and the ginormous (at almost 6 feet!) has a dozen. The squeakers keep making noise even when they’ve been punctured.

The toy has no stuffing, so even if your dog manages to chew through the fabric, there’s no fluff and guts everywhere. However, some people with really determined dogs say they managed to tear these apart, leaving lots of bright fuzz behind. Although the fabric is tough, it’s relatively soft, offering a cozy cushion when it’s nap time.

_{Sizes: 24.5 x 4 x 2 inches (large), 40 x 4 x 2 inches (extra-large), 70 x 2 x 5 inches (ginormous) | Materials: Polyester, synthetic fabric | Colors: Blue, green, orange}

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Although our tester was initially skeptical about this very soft fabric-covered toy making it through the day without being shredded to bits, the blue and white donut-shaped IKEA UTSÃ was surprisingly durable, only showing minor signs of wear and tear after a few tug-of-w tr matches between her 100-pound German shepherd and 35-pound Heeler. It’s an ideal toy for a low-energy or non-destructive dog. The super soft fabric also makes it perfect for snuggling and comforting—great to take along on a potentially stressful vet visit.

You can easily toss it around indoors without the worry of breaking anything. Plus, it’s machine-washable. That said, our tester’s dogs found this toy too small and simple in design to hold their interest—especially since there’s nowhere to hide a treat.

_{Sizes: 7 x 1.5 inches | Materials: Polyester | Colors: Blue/white}

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Dogs that are ball-obsessed can have their catch-and-tug fix with this toy by fan-favorite Chuckit. It has a classic orange rubber ball on one end attached to a heavy-duty strap with a leash-like handle.

You grab the handle and let your pup grab the ball for a twist on the game of tug. Or, hurl the whole thing by hand or in a launcher and let your dog retrieve it. Chuckit balls are known for their affordability and durability, and their bright orange color makes them tough to lose.

It comes in three sizes: small, medium, and large, so select the right size for your dog to ensure they have a big enough ball and a long enough strap. The toy doesn’t float, and the strap can fray if your dog gets a chance to chew it without supervision.

_{Sizes: 2 x 4.5 x 5.5 inches (small), 2.5 x 5.44 x 6.43 inches (medium), 3.1 x 3.5 x 4.85 inches (large) | Materials: Rubber, polyester, synthetic fabric | Colors: Orange/blue}

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Ergonomically shaped, this green-colored tug toy has a big open loop on each end, allowing you and your dog to get a really good grip for tugging. The Tug of War Toy from Earth Rated—also the brand behind our favorite dog poop bags—comes in two sizes, small and large.

The small size is close to 9 inches long and recommended for dogs that are 15 to 45 pounds, and the large size, measuring almost a foot long, is for dogs that are 40-80 pounds. When it gets slobbery and sticky, simply send it through the dishwasher in the top rack.

The Earth Rated Tug of War toy is made of natural rubber that is tough and durable yet gentle and soft on your dog’s mouth and gums. That makes it easy for your canine to get a grip without hurting their teeth, but it’s not so simple to tear apart.

If your dog is teething, they might also find the texture of this toy to be soothing. That said, a tough chewer is likely to make easy work of this, so don’t leave your dog unattended when playing.

_{Sizes: 8.9 x 5.5 (small), 11 x 6.81 inches (large) | Materials: Natural rubber | Colors: Green}

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The KONG Wubba is a brightly colored toss-and-tug toy with a covered squeaky ball on one end and floppy tails on the other. Puppies in particular seem to enjoy playing with it.

They can grab one end or the other and tug with a person or another canine buddy. There are so many easy-to-grab strips that several pups can get involved at once. The relatively soft toy is easy to throw for fetch sessions, too. When the racing and tumbling play is over, pups often enjoy just squeaking the ball.

But it’s definitely not meant to be a chew toy, as it can be ripped and unraveled with rough play. There are three sizes for dogs and a smaller version for puppies, and it comes in five different colors.

_{Sizes: 6.5 inches (puppy), 8.75 inches (small), 13 inches (large), 17 inches (extra-large) | Materials: Nylon | Colors: Blue, red, purple, pink, light blue}

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For dogs with a serious need to chomp and a tendency to destroy, Goughnuts Original Tug Toy will stand up to their worst. The rubbery toy has a figure-eight shape that helps keep your hand a safe distance away from your dog’s mouth as they bite and grip down. The durable toy is virtually indestructible, and hardly any signs of use were seen after intense testing (also known as playing) with an energetic 11-month-old golden retriever.

The Original Tug Toy floats in water, comes in a variety of colors, and can be cleaned easily with soap and water. It comes in two sizes, medium and large, with the former targeted for dogs 30 to 70 pounds and the latter for pups 60 to 120 pounds.

Goughnuts manufactures all of its chew and tug toys in the United States, and they offer a guarantee. If your dog chews through the outside layer and gets through to the red warning layer, the company will replace it.

_{Sizes:  9 x 6 x 1.38 inches (medium), 10.87 x 5.71 x 1.5 inches (large) | Materials: Rubber | Colors: Green, orange, black, yellow}

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This soft dog toy is also tough. It has four layers of fabric, including a fleece cover and seven rows of stitching. That should deter shredding and help keep it from being easily destroyed. There are two sizes and several different colors, and although it does come individually, sometimes it is only available in a two-pack.

The ring shape makes it easy for dogs and people to grab an end. The ring floats in water and is machine-washable, as long as you air-dry.

The toy also has a squeaker, but it isn’t designed to be a chew toy, and aggressive chewers can tear out the outer seams. Pets can toss it, tug with it, and nap on top of it when they’re through.

_{Sizes: 9 inches (regular), 7 inches (junior) | Materials: Polyester, fleece fabric | Colors: Blue, red, yellow, pink}

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For puppies who have their adult teeth coming in, the Puppy Power Chew Puppy Teething Rings from Nylabone are designed to alleviate any discomfort while keeping a young dog entertained. The bacon-flavored toy is made out of nylon that is dense yet gentle on gums. There are three rings: a green star, a yellow circle, and a blue circle, and each one has a unique texture.

Our participating puppy tester was obsessed with this toy, chewing on it and taking it with them as they wandered about their home. Due to its flexible shape and approachable size (2.5 x 4 x 3 inches), our puppy tester was able to position the toy in a variety of ways by using their paws to access a new surface.

The small/regular-sized version of this toy is ideal for puppies up to 25 pounds. If you have a larger puppy, you should select a Nylabone chew toy within the Puppy Chew line that aligns with their current size, like the Nylabone Puppy Chew Souper Bone for puppies weighing 50 pounds. This will help minimize the risk of your young dog destroying the toy and attempting to consume it.

_{Sizes: 2.5 x 4 x 3 inches | Materials: Plastic | Colors: Multi-color}

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The Flirt Pole Toy from Dewonch is designed to encourage interactive play that will have your dog running, lunging, and jumping. The toy has three central components that make it ideal for play as well as a tool for training a dog to drop and release.

There is a 35-inch wand with a rubber grip for a human hand to hold and maneuver with ease. At the tip of the wand is a 39-inch, non-bungee cord that can withstand significant force and won’t snap back, making it much safer than other wands. The third piece is a brightly-colored fleece lure that measures around 15 inches in length and is braided by hand.

The lightweight toy is very durable. easy to store, and the stainless steel wand can withstand some chewing. There is also a longer version that comes with a 39.5-inch wand and is ideal for making a dog run in a large circle. Plus, the soft fleece tethers can be replaced without having to purchase a new Flirt Pole.

_{Sizes: 35 inches (blue/red), 39.5 inches (yellow) | Materials: Stainless steel composite fiberglass, rubber, nylon, fleece | Colors: Blue/red, yellow}

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Another great tug toy from KONG is this interactive jumbler ball with a tennis ball and robust squeaker toy housed inside with an attached handle. The toy’s exterior is made of high-quality, durable rubberized plastic with just enough flexibility to allow a dog to dig into it with their teeth.

Unlike the typical squeaker toy that wears out easily, this one’s loud and robust enough to keep a dog actively engaged for extended periods of rough play. Because of its sturdy construction and materials, our tester praised the toy for looking “as good as new at the end of the testing period.” They also noted that this toy would make an excellent chew toy for large dogs—their dog, who has a small mouth, needed to “root around for the ball’s handle to pick it up,”

Since the toy is designed as one self-contained unit, there’s no way to open it up to hide a treat inside. However, the absence of nooks and crannies also means it is very easy to clean.

_{Sizes: Medium/large, large/x-large | Materials: Plastic | Colors: Blue, red, orange, purple}

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Tonka is known for its tough toys, even for dogs. If you spend hours outdoors in your backyard, dog park, or the beach, you’ll appreciate that this durable, larger 10.5-inch tug toy is great for medium to large breed dogs. The toy’s size is large enough for dogs but not too big for you to comfortably handle during hours of play. The colors of this toy make it easier to track if it gets lost in the grass or sand.

The ridged texture and tire-inspired design of the toy is great for your dog’s dental hygiene; it massages gums and cleans teeth during play to prevent tartar buildup and scrape away plaque.

Note that it’s not recommended for aggressive chewers; the yellow ring appears to be a little less durable than the two outer black rings. Also, although this toy is water-resistant, it is made of dense rubber, so it won’t likely float, but it will be easy to find if it sinks in clear water. To clean this toy, soak it in soapy warm water and rinse thoroughly; it’s not dishwasher-safe.

_{Sizes: 10.5 inches | Colors: Black and yellow}