(Part 2) Best dog chew toys according to redditors

A lot of pet stores will have them.

Also Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/Omega-Paw-Portion-Pacer-Stainless/dp/B0028QHN3G/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1523111262&sr=8-1&keywords=metal+ball+dog+food

I use one of these for my golden and it slows him down. I also use a Kong wobbler to feed him dinner. Occasionally I'll use a snoop, which also works well.

Alternatively, you could stick two spoons in the bowl in an X fashion. There are tons of ways to slow fast chompers down so they don't get bloat!

Westpaw makes some amazingly durable toys. My acd/pitty is the most aggressive chewers I've ever been around, and this has survived over a year now
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N6YEAQR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_0rTACbH6ZX4WJ

I have designated morning toys for mine so I don't disturb my downstairs neighbor. Syd gets the quiet ones in the morning and the louder ones at night. I like to feed her breakfast in the omega ball or the tug-a-jug (only to be used on the carpet--how quiet this is might depend on the dog). The Orbee tuff is good too, but doesn't fit her whole meal. My dog will also chew through a rawhide in no time, nylabones can be a good alternative.

Out of curiosity, how is he playing with the kong that makes noise? Throwing it on the ground? That's what mine does, she'll grab it and toss it in the air so that it comes down with a thud.

As the owner of a working line GSD, this problem is familiar to me. I train something, then train away the dog gaming the system. (then deal with the dog checking for treats before she decides if she's going to be stubborn about something).

I also own a dog that is capable of opening most doors unless they're locked. She started with paddle handles, but can even open a round handle or sliding glass door now.

I bought some puzzle toys that took, about 3 minutes.

She's also a food ninja. She can get treats virtually anywhere in the kitchen unless they're securely closed up, and I'm not even sure how that happens.

I've got her canine good citizen and am working on some basic scent training, but I have no doubt she could master much of it with really dedicated training.

The fact is, if you want a well behaved dog, you MUST make time to train him, exercise him, and socialize him. If you want things to change, why are you depending on your girlfriend? Talk to her, take things into your own hands if needs be, but you if you're living together and it's a committed relationship, you need to take on training this dog together. Here are a few pieces of suggestions/advice:

• It sounds like you are not being consistent. Pick training techniques and stay with them. It will work.
  
• I used two techniques when teaching my dog to walk: I held treats in front of him and after a few steps walking by my side without pulling I gave him the treat. Gradually, over a long amount of time (weeks), I lengthened the amount of area we covered before a treat. The second technique I used was completely stopping when the dog pulled or would not follow OR walking the complete other direction if the dog would not follow. He quickly got the picture. Changing tactics so many times is not helping him, or even communicating your message to him, but probably traumatizing him.
  
• He is a small dog, and you appear huge towering over him. Physical intimidation does not work very well, neither does a shock collar.
  
• A dachsund shouldn't be kept outside. Keep his nails trimmed and the floor should be fine. If he struggles with nail clippings, just start carrying the clippers out at random times without using them. When he acts calm around them, give him a lot of praise and a lot of treats. Eventually, gradually move to clippings. If you don't want to do this, pay a groomer to do it.
  
• A dog is not a baby. But, like a baby, a dog ill grow up to be a brat if completely spoiled. A dog needs training, routine, and structure. If there isn't, OF COURSE he is just going to do what his instincts tell him to do. Wouldn't you?
  
• With the dominance, you need to socialize him OFTEN. Take him to a dog park or a park where lots of people walk their dogs often at least once a week, if not more. Give him an amazing treat (maybe pieces of a hot dog) when he behaves and interacts in a positive manner with other dogs or humans. This should work. I also HIGHLY SUGGEST obedience classes. I paid $70 for 6 weeks when my dog was a puppy, and it was an excellent decision.
  
• You and your gf MUST make time to exercise him. The dachsund is a small breed, and also a hound bread to hunt, so it has a lot of energy and is bread to chase things. He NEEDS exercise, and exercise does not equal running around the yard always.
  
• Get some toys that will stimulate him. I suggest a Kong toy with stuffing treats and a Kong autofeeder. My dog loves these. Often, If I know I will have a long day at work, I'll fill a Kong with treats and kibble, then fill in the ending with peanut butter, and freeze it over night. I give it to him the next day as I leave, as well as about a cup of food in his autofeeder. Not only does this give him something to do while I'm gone, but it stimulates his mind and also takes his mind off of the fact that I am leaving for the day, which for a lot of dogs is a big issue. This might also help with the noises he makes. He might just be bored and he might need something constructive to do. Just running around the yard with a few random toys to chew on doesn't always do it. A nylabone to chew on probably wouldn't hurt, either.
  
• With the noise, IGNORE IT. DO NOT RESPOND TO IT IN ANYWAY. He is doing it to get attention. When you give it to him, whether it be positive, negative, or neutral, this reinforces his will to make the noise. It might be hard, but you have to do it, and it might take a long, long time. It took a long time when I got my dog for him to stop whining every night in his crate, but I had to ignore it. If I would have given in, he would never have accepted his crate. GIVE HIM ATTENTION FOR POSITIVE BEHAVIOR, NOT NEGATIVE.
  
• If your girlfriend really cares about this dog, and you care about her, and I'm hoping you somewhat care about the dog, you need to sit down with her and come up with a plan of action that you both commit to. If you follow a steady routine of structure and training, you will see improvement. The key is ROUTINE. It may take months and months, but you will see a possitive improvement, TRUST ME.
  
• If you can't see yourself and your girlfriend doing these things, PLEASE find an owner who will. The dog deserves a good life, and it's not right that he lives this way if you feel that you don't have enough time to train him. PLEASE find an owner if you can't. There is no shame in it. Just make sure you find a GOOD owner, preferably with experience. You could call vets, shelters, etc, to help you find someone.
  
  Here are some links to some of the toys I mention:
  
  
• Kong toy
  
  
• Kong treats
  
  
• Kong autofeeder
  
  
• Nylabone
  
  
  I hope this helps, you can PM me if you have anymore questions.
  

We just freeze canned dog food into Kongs. It's fewer calories than peanut butter and canned food stays frozen longer. We actually use these Pet Safe Kong like things - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000A63P5Q/ref=sr_ph_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1480699122&sr=sr-1&keywords=petsafe . They're bigger (so they last longer) and cheaper, too.

Food:

• Orijen. We rotate around between foods, but always come back to this one. Great coats, no dental problems, consistent energy levels, good digestion, all around good.
  
• Durapet steel non-skid dishes. Nice solid steel construction, and the rubber ring stays put even with frequent washing.
  
• Fish oil! Right now we use Kirkland brand capsules from Costco, which the dogs gobble up like candy.
  
  Leashes/collars/harnesses:
  
  
• "WMC" leather leashes. 3/4" 4ft long, perfect weight and length for everyday training walks. I have no idea what this brand is but it's the best leash I've ever owned. Stamped with "WMC" which I assume is an identifying mark of some sort.
  
• brass id plates from gun dog supply. They last forever and work great.
  
• Not a commercial product, but, a ponytail tie around tags to silence them.
  
• Perfect Fit fleece lined harness for dogs with thin fur. The most comfortable option I've found.
  
• Sense-ible harness. A simple, classic front-clip harness. No frills, does the job without unnecessary cost or weird features.
  
  Grooming:
  
  
• Miller's Forge nail clippers. Simple, cheap, sharp, better than the expensive alternatives.
  
• Earthbath grooming wipes have been a godsend for my allergy dog. Wiping him down every day drastically reduces his seasonal allergy symptoms.
  
• Epi-Soothe shampoo for itchy skin.
  
• Rubber brush for short coats. No particular brand--brands have evolved over the years. Zoom Groom is popular now, but anything made of flexible grippy rubber with fingers/nubs will work.
  
• Burt's Bees shampoo has been a pleasant surprise. No strong perfume, and leaves coats soft without drying them out.
  
• CET toothpaste. The poultry flavor is a big hit--way better than some other brands.
  
  Beds:
  
  
• Kuranda beds. No stuffing to trap allergens, tall enough to let the roomba underneath, and sturdy as all hell. Throw a washable blanket on top for snuggling and it's the perfect dog bed. Seriously, if you take nothing else away from this, just remember Kuranda.
  
• ruff wear roll up mats. Mine are way older and don't look like the product pictured there, but hopefully the new ones are similar. Waterproof no-slip rubber backing, fleece top that lasts through serious abuse (read: digging), and a thin padded layer that doesn't bunch. Perfect for camping, mat training, training classes, any and all travel.
  
• Berkley & Jensen brand dog beds/throws. The ones I got were like thick blankets, canvas on one side and fleece on the other side with a thin layer of padding in the middle. They're amazing. Folded in half it's a crate mat. Folded twice it's a dog bed. Spread out it's a floor protector while feeding gross bones. Spread out it's also a car seat protector.
  
  
  Toys
  
  
• Orvis leather toys. They appear not to be sold currently, but I have a leather retrieving dummy that was perfect for intro retrieve training with a dog who was utterly disinterested in toys. The soft leather enticed him to pick it up, which was all the help I needed at the time.
  
• JW treat ball. Large opening, so perfect for chunks of biscuit or jerky. Large pieces of treats can be squeezed through the flexible opening for a challenging game. Soft rubber bounces quietly, does not clang around on hard floors or against hard furniture like buster cube or kong wobbler.
  
• Classic Kongs. I take this one for granted, but really useful toy. Stuff it with food before you leave for work and your dog has something productive to focus on for a little while at least.
  
• Goughnuts. Virtually indestructible rubber chew toys.
  
  Training goodies
  
  
• Starmark clicker. Loud click. raised button gives you more options than a typical box clicker.
  
• iClick clicker. Very quiet click. Also with a raised button for versatility.
  
• Terry Ryan treat bag. Again, mine is really old so I hope the new one is similarly good. The hinges pop open/shut with no trouble, way more convenient than a drawstring. Mine has been used and washed regularly for 6+ years without harming it.
  

Find a good vet and positive reinforcement trainer or take classes still positive reinforcement. Makes sure to crate train. Be consistent with all training everyday. Give lots of mental mad physical stimulus during day. In morning before you leave house talk potty walk and play to use some energy up. Make training fun, exercise some before you start will help them pay attention to you. Which every way you go class or trainer you must still work with your dog daily between the sessions. Being consistent is the only way they will learn what is expected. Only working onece a week isn't going to help.

Understand dogs do not know what we expect of them and must be taught. Again be consistent use redirecting for bad behavior giving a positive experience.

Potty training again make it fun and make a solid routine. If caught in house simply sternly say "no out" and walk outside. I'd suggest bell training to ring every time you go out with out command also give dog a way to say I need out. When goes outside be excited with lots of love and treats. I'd buy a small carpet clean, use enxyme ceeaner with it, for messes they can happen when change causes stress.

They are perpetual toddlers who will always need us including entertainment. You've got this wihh everyone here to help when we can.

Also a week not hearing from a rescue is not ghosting you. They stay busy with many run by volunteers. Sometimes it takes a little bit for them to go over everything before making a choice and other people are also interested.
I am glad it worked out and you have you new family member.

A few toys ideas:

UOLIWO Dog Treat Dispensing Toy, Duck Dog Toy Squeak Dog Treat Puzzle Toy Durable Plush Chew Toys for Small Medium Large Dogs Training Playing https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07N2NLBQ2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Xl7LDbJTMP3F3

AWOOF Dog Puzzle Toys, Pet Snuffle Mat for Dogs, Interactive Feed Game for Boredom, Encourages Natural Foraging Skills for Cats Dogs Bowl Travel Use, Dog Treat Dispenser Indoor Outdoor Stress Relief https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07N1JYYCW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Ym7LDb7DCBKCJ

Our Pets IQ Treat Ball Interactive Food Dispensing Dog Toy (ASSORTED COLOR) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003ARUKTG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_in7LDb9AX6C5Q

Trixie Dog Activity Flip Board Strategy Game (9.05 inch) (Multicolored) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076MGW9RM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Fn7LDbBAQ1KAK

The Trixie has tons of different ones.

As other posters said, start from scratch. Maybe buy a new crate.

Our dog was so bad that she chewed her way out of two different heavy duty plastic ones and would bend the wire ones to escape.

We tried just leaving her out but she destroyed a lot of our stuff and chewed up my rug :(

We bought a heavy duty metal one like linked below, put it in a different spot of the house and HOLY CRAP.

We dont know if it's the elevation, the fact that the cage is sturdier, or changing the location, but it completely changed her attitude on being crated. We put in a crate pad from Costco and give her 2 to 3 stuffed treats, and she settles right in and doesnt whine. If she's home alone with our roommate, she goes and lays in it.

With time, on days she had a lot of playtime and a long walk, we started leaving her out to run to the grocery store (we'd make like 6 to 7 stuffed treat toys and place them all in her crate but not close her in).

Now we're up to 4 to 5 hour blocks of time with only 2 stuffed toys and no issues and I'm feeling pretty confident that she is almost ready for a full work day.

We do close our window blinds while gone as occasionally the outside world makes her anxious and she's more likely to chew... but we've forgotten before and she's been ok.

SO THERE IS STILL HOPE. be patient!

I've also linked the toys that we bought several of and then stuff with treats from costco for our pup. They've lasted surprisingly well for her, though you can tell they've been well loved. I just bought a couple replacements this week

Crate
https://www.amazon.com/LUCKUP-Strong-Kennel-Playpen-Install/dp/B076ZFXYVG/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=luckup+dog+crate&qid=1559270500&s=gateway&sr=8-3

Our fav toys, we buy large
https://www.amazon.com/West-Paw-Interactive-Dispensing-Guaranteed/dp/B01N29SD5A/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?keywords=west+paw+dog+toys&qid=1559270539&s=gateway&sprefix=west+paw+&sr=8-5

my boston would use the shirts as a new toy. His 3rd favorite thing involves me throwing the toy across the apartment for him to chase. So, in the same spirit of leostotch's idea, I have put a semi hard treat inside some of his toys. This will occupy him from 30min to an hour. Works well for the socal heat wave season.

I bought this one for my Poodle and Havanese. It takes the Havanese longer to solve than the Poodle, and a few of the ones she finds a little hard, but she can do it.

https://www.amazon.ca/Trixie-Activity-Board-Strategy-Multicolored/dp/B076MGW9RM/ref=asc_df_B076MGW9RM/?tag=googleshopc0c-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=292982192345&hvpos=1o11&hvnetw=g&hvrand=1950599278842667707&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9001069&hvtargid=pla-486364798764&psc=1

Our pup destroys most stuffed toys in a matter of hours.

http://i.imgur.com/3PpOAgo.jpg

But we got one of these over a year ago and the corners are just frayed a bit.

http://i.imgur.com/ZQjL5eF.jpg?1

Off a reccomendation from here though i bought her one of these, and 6 months later, shes barely managed to chew through the ears. YMMV.

http://i.imgur.com/6rUewaI.jpg

Kong's no good? I've got 2 balls and a snowman that have lasted over a year each.

Have you tried Nylabone? My girl loves these.

I suggest plenty of interactive toys. The Babble Ball, hideaway plushies, and deedle dude toys on Amazon are life savers. The nylabone is also an Aussie favorite in our house

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JZIDFGO/ref=cm_sw_r_oth_api_i_3p.xDb9DCQW4G

I live in a house without garden but with garage and my akita loves to stay in the front door watching the neighborhood, we walk him everyday usually 40 to 60 min, sometimes more sometimes less. Just don't over walk him since they grow to fast for their articulations.

If you're worried he doesn't get enough stimuli you can buy him a intelligence toy like Trixie Dog Activity Flip Board Strategy Game https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076MGW9RM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_as7HDb8DYMGWB
There are lots of them and my akita loves them

From 4 to around 6 MO they chew everything they can, walls, furniture, etc, that's normal since he's changing teeth.

I think you should be good, but it's up too you

ACDs are quite the toy destroyers aren't they? Although my guy isn't quite as esteemed in the destruction field as an ACD, he is pretty bad. Here's what has survived him:

• Kong Sqrunch
  
• Ethical Skinneeez Big Bite Coyote Stuffingless Dog Toy (I really like this one because you can replace the water bottle inside. The only issue I have with it is that it can get kind of grimey)
  
• KONG Wobbler Treat Dispensing Dog Toy (good if he likes puzzles)
  
• KONG Extreme Dog Toy, Black
  
• Invincibles Snake Stuffingless Durable Tough Plush Dog Squeaky Toy with Squeakers by Outward Hound
  
• Jolly Pets Push-n-Play 14-Inch (might be really fun for him as it taps in to some herding dog's natural herding instinct)
  
• Benebone Real Flavor Wishbone Chew Toy, Made in USA (I'd be careful with these and supervision only at first. If your dog's chewing style is too aggressive, he can end up bleeding. I wouldn't dismiss it until you try it though. My boy is pretty aggressive, but works for him.)
  
• West Paw Zogoflex Hurley Durable Dog Bone Chew Toy for Aggressive Chewers, 100% Guaranteed Tough, It Floats!, Made in USA, for Strong Chewers (this one is awesome. Aside from some dirt, it looks exactly like the day I bought it to this day.
  
• goDog Dragons Flats Plush Dog Toy with Chew Guard Technology (My guy really likes plush toys and squeakers. He doesn't normally get them because he likes ripping them out and it's not the safest. This is the best one that I've found so far that will put up the biggest fight.)
  
• Goughnuts - Original Dog Chew Ring (a lot of people really like this, but unfortunately, Atlas doesn't seem to like the shape too much.)
  
• MultiPet Goblets Pig latex Dog toy Assorted Colors (lmfao my dog fucking loves this pig. The squeaker doesn't last, but the pig's outer shell does. He loves it a lot.)
  
• JW Pet Company Mini Hol-ee Roller Dog Toy, Colors Vary (They've also got an extreme edition here)
  
• MuttNation Fueled by Miranda Lambert Faux Suede Dog Toy (his face has come off, and his tail is frayed, but it is still chewable and he enjoys playing with it)
  
• KONG Cozies Dog Squeaky Toy (Also a really great option if you want to treat him to a plush toy. It will last longer than most others. Mine ripped off the ear when he first got it, but the rest lasted quite a while.)
  
• Outward Hound Hide-A-Squirrel and Puzzle Plush Squeaking Toys for Dogs (He loved this toy so much. He loves puzzles, but he destroyed the log fairly quickly. Surprisingly, he has had one of the squirrels for over a year ... and it still squeaks. I lost the rest of them, but that one little squirrel is still going strong.)
  
• Mammoth TireBiter Chew Toy with Rope (don't get this unless you don't mind bits of tire coming off)
  
• OurPets IQ Treat Ball Interactive Food Dispensing Dog Toy (great if your dog eats kibble and likes puzzles)
  
• Nylabone Dental Dino Power Chew DuraChew Dental Chew Toy (Like the benebone, watch him with this one at first. It's really hard and you don't want him to hurt himself. Eventually wears down, but takes a damn long time)
  
• We also do rope toys, antlers, bully sticks (special occasion- they last like 5 minutes), raw bones (we feed raw), Himalayan Yak Chews, and Flirt Pole.
  
  Reading my list, god damn my dog is spoiled. Keep in mind, these are just the toys that have made it. I'm not even counting the ones he's destroyed!
  
  Let me know if you have any questions!
  
  Lastly, I don't own a husky, but man do I respect the destruction a husky can wreck. I would recommend going to a husky group on facebook or a subreddit to see what toys they would recommend. If it's husky approved... it should last.
  
  
  

I think it's going to be hard training the way a dog eats. Not sure if there are any strategies for that, but I'm sure someone can chime in about that.

As for products, try some treat dispensing toys like the Kong Wobbler or the Snoot toy. I think some people have said the hole to the Kong Wobbler is too big and dispenses too many treats/kibble at once, but you can put some masking/duct tape to cover half the hole to slow down how much food comes out. I switch between a slow feeder bowl and puzzle toys when feeding Oreo who wolfs down food.

We have... lots of toys we've collected over the years. The dog in question just chews until he finishes the toys, then falls asleep. Without, he barks non-stop for hours on end. The toys rarely wear out, although it does happen.

I used to use a lot of rolly toys, but it seems like he does better with stuff he can calmly lay and chew on.

My favorites are:

• Kong
  
• Starmark Pickle Pocket
  
• Starmark Crunching Barbell(I don't use the refills, though; they're stupid expensive. I stuff one end with the guys mix, drop some kibble in the middle, and seal the other end)
  
• Zogoflex Toppl(the large and small sizes fit together to make it last longer)
  
  Rolly toys, I like:
  
  
• Orbee Tuff (better on hardwood, the material gets gross fast on carpet)
  
  
• and on carpet my favorite is the
  Foobler. It's pricier, but it's cool because it makes more food available to your dog at specified times intervals (15/30/60/90 min). The downside is, it really bangs around on hard floors.
  
  We use frozen marrow bones, as well. They're cheap (~$1 each), don't require any prep, and last about an hour.
  
  He's baby gated in the kitchen and has a big memory foam bed. We cover it with a cheap blanket because it's easier to clean and sometimes he's messy.
  
  We taught him a "relax" cue, which means "lay down, pop your hip, and put your chin on the ground." He has to stay like that in his bed while I take the toys out and lay them around the room. I release him as I walk out the door and he runs to collect his toys. It really helps for him to spend a few minutes relaxing before I leave, and getting him focused on something other than me leaving is a good distraction.
  
  I hope this helps. It's a frustrating issue and I can only hope my experience can help others.

I've also heard good things about the goughnuts extra strength ring and stick.

But again, I wouldn't expect it to be a BIFL item. If it gets used a lot and lasts a year, you're doing really well.

1 and 2. I'm actually combining the first two, since they're both applicable. Her birthday is actually on our wedding anniversary, so her first birthday was spent focused on our wedding :( Her second anniversary, we were in Texas so my husband could meet our daughter, so I didn't even get to see her :( This year, everyone was busy throwing up and we couldn't really celebrate :( POOR THING HAS NEVER HAD A BIRTHDAY PARTY! D:

3 Happy birthday Winston!

Edits and things.

Did you bring a bully stick for her? I have this green thing you can slide a bully stick into so it’s hard to chew but not impossible, makes it last a lot longer. I was thinking if that’s the first thing you give her when you get there she could work on that for a while and then be tired afterwards and just relax.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N6YEAQR?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

My lab mix destroys stuffed toys super quickly, too, but I still get them for her occasionally because the disembodied arms/legs/etc eventually become tug toys and we still get a decent amount of play out of them.

In particular, a couple toys that have impressed me (meaning, have retained roughly their original shape for at least a few days):

• tuffys toys
  
• godog dragon
  
  both seem to be lined with what seems to be kevlar (!), or some other incredibly tough fabric.
  
  Otherwise, my pup LOVES this fake stick and +1 for a hol-ee roller (though I'd go with the Xtreme version; my dog chewed through a couple parts of the normal one pretty quickly. One note re: stuffing the hol-ee roller - avoid using things that you don't actually want them to chew, and you'll probably be fine. I cut an old t-shirt into strips, and I bet if I'd thought ahead and saved pieces of old destroyed plush toys, it'd work even better.

I had the same issue. He would even pop the black super tough kongs. I bought him one of these. He has yet to destroy it and he loves it. Sorry for the bad link format. On mobile.

Goughnuts Indestructible Chew Toy MAXX 50, Black Ring https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00K5Y497G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_M8VwDb5KGHCND

I'm sad because I'm still recovering from my last back procedure and have to have another one on Tuesday. My buddy Tater could really use Nylabone Dura Chew Regular Bone Dog Chew Toy Value Pack because he hangs out with me all the time while I'm stuck at the house. He cheers me up so much that I'm committed to starting to walk him next year after I heal up. Merry Christmas!

Oh and this one.

>I personally dont mind her leading the way but I want to fix the way she pulls.

Look into front-hooking harnesses. I, too, have a hound mix and he leads with his nose on walks! This used to result in pulling, but after asking this question on some training subs, and being told to get a front-hooking harness, I bought one and it fixed the issue almost immediately. I think this is the one I have.

>On walks, sometimes she uses the bathroom more than once. I read online that it either means she could possibly have an UTI or she is leaving a mark.

Peeing more than once on a walk isn't in itself a concern. You say she isn't having accidents in the house, so this is a good thing. A sign of UTIs is having sudden and/or frequent accidents in their crate, in the house, etc. If you're truly concerned, talk to your vet, but my first instinct is that you have nothing to worry about.

>I've read online and everyone has mixed reviews about saying it's bad or find a high quality rawhide.

Rawhides are fine in moderation. I don't give them to my pup often because he eats them really really quickly and, if unattended, can easily finish one in an hour. Also, they give him awful gas! They're really good for teaching pups and dogs proper chewing (aka "don't chew on my shoe, please chew on this bone!"), keeps them entertained, and cleans their teeth. I'd just recommend giving your dog some alternatives to rawhides once in a while. Get some Nylabones, some rope toys, some squeaky toys, etc. to add some variety.

Other tips...

1. It seems like you're googling a lot about every little thing (peeing more than once, rawhides are "bad", etc.), like how some people immediately hop on WebMD when they have a headache and conclude they have a tumor. You've had your dog for barely 5 days! It sounds like you've never had a dog before, which is totally fine, but don't drive yourself nuts by looking up every little thing wondering if it's "normal".
   
   
2. If you do want some tips for common things (crate training, potty training, "How do I get my dog to stop chewing my table legs?!?", how to teach basic commands and tricks, etc.) go to /r/puppy101 and /r/dogtraining. Puppy101 has a great list of links in their sidebar - check it out! Most are applicable for grown dogs and puppies alike.
   
   Congrats on your new family member!
   
   [Edited because I dared to say "puppy" instead of "dog".]

Maybe he likes puzzle toys? My mom's poodle couldn't care less for most "traditional dog toys", but loves her treat ball and puzzles. Like this one: http://www.amazon.com/Zanies-Wood-Interactive-Puzzles-Dog/dp/B003DQJQ1C

If he's big on treats, that could be a good solution.

Have you tried Benebone?

Try DNA toys. One of our heelers will only play with the DNA toys-we keep extras in a drawer in case his brother tears one up. Our other heeler will chase tennis balls all day long, and she loves to get after my Rustler in the back yard.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002DJXGW/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Great Toy My almost 2yr old husky loves this toy. Normally a plush toy lasts about 15 minutes this lasted about 5 days before the stuffing was pulled out but she still plays with it. Kong toys are great for chewers, but my pup only uses the kong when there are treats inside. Try new toys and see which your pup likes the most is going to be your best bet! Good luck!

my anatolian mix destroyed everything i got him within an hour including bones, “indestructible” toys, ropes, antlers, everything. i got him this about a year ago and it’s still in one piece! it has a lifetime guarantee so if it doesn’t work, at least you get your money back. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K7VMBFT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_fZ6RDbW0SAS06

I have a 2 year old American Bulldog aka Big Head lots of energy. Can relate. Below are some of the toys + tips for high energy destructive dog.

This figure 8 toy is pretty great and seriously difficult for the dog to break. Your dog may be initially less interested in it, for that reason, but if he's super into playing tug with it. It's also has some give so I'm less worried about him cracking a tooth or something. It's also neat because it changes color if torn into, and has a separate hold for your hand vs his mouth if he's still learning those two don't belong together during play.


This collection of rope toys is cheap so if he wrecks them, it's not so bad.

Tips:

1. Dogs don't always instinctively know or enjoy fetch, but you can teach it if it's something you're interested in. There's youtube videos that are p helpful. You can also get bulk dead/not bouncy tennis balls of ebay for super cheap. I think I paid like 30 bucks for 100 something including shipping?
   
   
2. Could also try tiring him out in other ways before tug so he's not as destructive? Maybe obedience training for ridiculous tips or Frozen stuffed kongs orthis barnacle buddy

I don't have a power chewer at home to require it, but Goughnuts MaXX markets itself as virtually indestructible.

Wood Treat Puzzles like the ones Zanie's, Ethical Pets, and Nina Ottosson make are all ones my pit likes. Since they're made of wood they'll last a while. Also the Premier Tug-a-Jug has kept him guessing for 2 weeks now.

The regular Kong toys are still among the best indestructible toys and nearly every dog likes them. My lab only rarely chews it but loves to carry it and throw it around (when we let him).

As far as chew toys the only ones that have worked is the Nylabone toys. He will work on those as long as we let him but you can't leave him alone with it. This is his favorite by far because of the shape. He can hold it with his paws and go to work. A nylabone lasts us a few months with 2-3 sessions a week. This was his second favorite

We also got him a (very expensive) split elk antler at one point and he went through that in minutes so don't go down that route. Maybe the non split ones might have worked but i've steered clear.

The more darker golden is Lola, she is 4 years old! The younger light color is Odis, this little monster is 7 months old! He's high energy. For toys, for these two. Ropes seem to work. These are all Canadian prices and on the Canadian Amazon

https://www.amazon.ca/Benebone-Wishbone-Durable-Aggressive-Chewers/dp/B00IK243R6/ref=mp_s_a_1_21?hvadid=74766848054309&hvbmt=be&hvdev=m&hvqmt=e&keywords=dog+toys&qid=1570538665&sr=8-21

https://www.amazon.ca/JW-Pet-Company-Chompion-Middleweight/dp/B0002DJWS6/ref=mp_s_a_1_123?hvadid=74766848054309&hvbmt=be&hvdev=m&hvqmt=e&keywords=dog+toys&qid=1570538806&sr=8-123

https://www.amazon.ca/Dogit-Striped-Cotton-Spiral-18-Inch/dp/B001B7U0C4/ref=mp_s_a_1_194?hvadid=74766848054309&hvbmt=be&hvdev=m&hvqmt=e&keywords=dog+toys&qid=1570538881&sr=8-194

Puppies will like to chew on everything because of the teeth are coming in and they hurt. Anything tough should help. My pups like sticks from the yard😂. If they help then hey, why not.

We keep these Nylabones on hand for our pups, they even destroy the black Kongs in minutes. I've also been known to give them the remnants of a glass jar of almond butter (under very close supervision)
Nylabone Power Chew DuraChew Peanut Butter Dog Chew Toy, X-Large https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JZIDFGO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_xM.LDbF9BZTX2

Seeing these dog toys at work always gives me a good laugh.

Try these. worked for me

We've gotten most of the way through teething using flavored nylabone and various rubber kong toys. And rope toys. But we still keep a few plush toys around and supervise him so he can have variety. The nylabone and kong toys he loves and they hold up. Plush toys he'll destroy really quickly, even the heavy duty ones. Here's one of his favorite non-traditional kong toys: https://www.chewy.com/kong-squeezz-crackle-bone-dogs-color/dp/112265?utm_source=google-product&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=hg&utm_content=KONG&utm_term=&gclid=CjwKCAjwmK3OBRBKEiwAOL6t1Abfv6nka3649N8TuhLxVzxZlVR3oD1aL4MPslP_2OiA7k7OGAxeURoCsjgQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

and here's the nylabone's I'm talking about:https://www.amazon.com/Nylabone-Textured-Peanut-Butter-Flavored/dp/B00JZIDFGO/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1506520603&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=nylabone&psc=1

He's worn one of the nylabones down enough that I tossed it this morning, but it's been over a month or two.

I use a squirrel dude. Theyre made specifically for dry kibble, and have rubber prongs in the opening that makes the kibble tricky to get out. You can cut the prongs shorter with scissors to lower the difficulty.

I have this post saved from u/manatee1010 and have tried several:

I keep this list of brain toy links handy to send to friends who get dogs. It's getting pretty long...

Toys that get stuffed with food and frozen:

• Kong Classic (15-20 minutes) (it sounds like Watson is lukewarm toward this… have you tried mixing a spoonful of canned food in with some kibble and freezing it?
  
  
• Zogoflex Toppl Interactive Treat Dispensing Dog Toy (this can be a stand-alone toy, or if you get a big one and little one they can fit together and dispense kibble) (15-20 minutes)
  
  
• Starmark Pickle Pocket (my big dog really likes this one… we put cheese in it) (20-25 minutes)
  
  Kibble dispensing toys, hard material (good for carpeted areas)
  
  
• Bob-A-Lot (~10 minutes… this one can be adjusted to make it harder)
  
  
• Tug-A-Jug (10-30 minutes, depending on the dog)
  
  
• Magic Mushroom (10-30 minutes, depending on the dog)
  
  
• Kong Wobbler (~5-10 minutes)
  
  
• IQ Treat Ball (~10-15 minutes)
  
  
• Pet Zone IQ Ball (this is the ONLY toy my dogs can’t get all the kibble out of. They’ll usually persist for half an hour or so before they give up)
  
  
• Buster Cube (I think this has several difficulty settings… my guys now don’t have one of these, but my dog when I was growing up had one. I’d guess this is probably a 20-30 minute toy depending on difficulty and what you load into it)
  
  
• Treatstik – I have NO idea how long this one takes to load, but it’s on my to-purchase list because it seems like it’s one of the longer lasting toys on the market. If anyone has/gets one, I’m super interested to hear about it!
  
  Kibble dispensing toys, soft material (good for hardwood/tile/laminate)
  
  
• Barnacle (this can be stuffed like a Kong as well… I lost this one when I moved but I think in terms of kibble dispensing it was shorter lasting, maybe 5-10 minutes)
  
  
• Tricky Treater (I REALLY like this one; super easy to load and clean, lasts 10-15 minutes)
  
  
• Tricky Treat Ball (another super easy one… <5 minutes)
  
  
• Planet Dog Orbee-Tuff Snoop Treat Dispensing Dog Toy – this one just arrived yesterday so I don’t have a solid rating of its durability yet, but so far it seems great… easy to load, takes the dogs awhile to empty, and super duper quiet.
  
  
• JW Pet Company Treat Puzzler Dog Toy (this one is super easy for them to empty… I’d say 3-5 minutes)
  
  
• PetSafe Busy Buddy Kibble Nibble Meal Dispensing Dog Toy (this one is okay, not my favorite… I didn’t like that I had to make a decision about cutting it immediately after opening. It takes ~5-10 minutes to unload)
  
  
• Starmark Treat Dispensing Puzzle Ball - this one is new! I almost bought it the other day but haven't yet; I think it's most similar to a Buster Cube in terms of adjustable difficulty, it's just a softer material.
  
  Time-release kibble dispensing toys (good for work days)
  
  
• the Foobler is great because it works on a timer that rotates to the next of six, ¼ cup food hoppers at set intervals of time (you pick, the options are 15-30-60-90 minutes), which makes it last way longer than most of these toys. This is hard plastic.
  
  
• CleverPet – this has a December release date. I’m way pumped about it and have been in touch with the company… hopefully I’ll be getting one of the first models off the line!
  
  Lastly, there are also these two that I haven’t tried yet, so I’m not positive how to classify…
  
  
• Starmark Crunching Barbell
  
  
• Starmark Treat Crunching Multiball
  
  
  ETA: If you have any others you like (or don't like) that I've left off this list, please chime in!

The SodaPup USA-K9 ball is about the only thing mine hasn't been able to chew up and destroy yet: https://smile.amazon.com/USA-K9-Tripes-Dispenser-Natural-Bouncer/dp/B075ZYTTZL This brand has a few similar toys in various shapes, I liked this color/design best. Just look at their rating scale.

It's pretty much solid rubber with a hole through it you can stuff (it doesn't hold as much as a Kong) or smear peanut butter on the ridges on the outside. Careful playing fetch with it in the house, it's kind of heavy.

I've had this ball for about a month and no damage yet. I can see tiny impressions from the tips of her teeth where she bit down on it, but she hasn't been able to break any bits of material off. It's currently one of only two toys I leave with her unsupervised. The other is this one, bought around the same time, but she's starting to make a dent in it: https://smile.amazon.com/Nylabone-Textured-Souper-Flavor-Medley/dp/B003SN5YKC

I'm still searching, but if nothing comes up, I've found a few with at least a similar shape.


JW Pet Company Dogs iN Action Dog Toy, Large (Colors Vary) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002DJXGW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_eKHsDbXJJED4S

My 9 month old puppy loves his benebone (http://www.amazon.com/Benebone-Bacon-Flavored-Wishbone-Chew/dp/B00CPDWT2M/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1411690320&sr=8-1&keywords=benebone). I just got him his third one a few days ago. There's two flavors, bacon and peanut butter (http://www.amazon.com/Benebone-Peanut-Butter-Flavored-Wishbone/dp/B00IK243R6/ref=pd_sbs_petsupplies_2?ie=UTF8&refRID=1WFNGHN8B9FBJXC180JX), but my dog likes his bacon flavored benebone so much that I'm worried that he won't like the peanut butter one, so I haven't purchased that one for him. These last for a pretty long time. When he was a very young puppy, it lasted 3-4 months. His second one lasted 2 months. He used to spend 30 minutes to an hour chewing on it, but this has tapered off slightly.

I've bought him lots of chew toys, like a couple of different nylabones, an elk antler, bully sticks, etc. He chews on his elk antler once in a blue moon. He likes bully sticks, but can finish a 12" one in about 20 minutes, which is way too expensive for me. He never really liked his nylabones, especially the ones that are original flavored. Benebones are a lot like nylabones (they're both made of nylon), but the wishbone shape makes it easy to hold and it smells pretty strongly of bacon, which I think is why my dog likes it so much.

Kong safe-stix
Clean well and use lube
[Kong safe stix at Amazon ]
(https://www.amazon.com/KONG-Safestix-Small-Assorted-Colors/dp/B006BU7FXI/ref=mp_s_a_1_42?keywords=kong%2Bdog%2Btoys&qid=1564370302&s=gateway&sprefix=kong&sr=8-42&th=1&psc=1)

So good to hear!

Regarding puppy blues, I would say the first few weeks are hardest. Like break down sobbing hard. For me, puppy blues came in phases, but after the initial accustoming period, puppy blues become easier to deal with. That said, puppy difficulties do come in phases as they reach different stages in their growth, but you are just so much better equipped to deal with them so they don't hit you hard like the initial one.

For chew toys, I don't know where you're based, but you can go to your local dog store (not chain stores, the local specific ones, they may carry a wide variety of chews for you to try. For me it was trial and error. By the end, the trusty old frozen Kong still lasted the longest. Bully sticks are great, but one note - my dog tried to swallow them when they're really long after he was like 4-5 mo. You can try these toys West Paw Zogoflex Qwizl Interactive Treat Dispensing Dog Puzzle Treat Toy for Dogs, 100% Guaranteed Tough, It Floats!, Made in USA, Large, Tangerine https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N29SD5A/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_6Kq4AbX5SC6K6, and they make the bully stick much harder to pull out thus harder to swallow whole.

Have you tried one of these West Paws? I insert my dog's bully sticks in there, and it takes her much longer to go through them. :)

This thing is probably responsible for my maintaining current level of sanity:

http://www.amazon.com/JW-Pet-Company-Puzzler-Colors/dp/B00106WXSA

Benebone products are awesome in my experience
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014JY9E9U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_DNXIAbJXACZ5D

Oh you poor thing, I hope you are feeling better. This is my fluffball Atilla the Hun (bottom dog) he is a Bichon Frise and thinks hes a person!

He looks like a teddy bear too! Chew toy he loves here

Congratulations on your new pup! I'm actually in the same crate training boat — ours always removes his high-value treats when it's an option, and when he's closed in the crate he rarely touches them. I'm interested to see what others have to say, but I did have an answer for you about the chews!

Our pup also loves the Earth Animal No-Hides. We got him a 7" salmon one and it lasted for almost 2 weeks! While the material they're made out of is mostly digestible (unlike rawhide), they're still able to rip off large bits of the chew once it begins to break down. I totally recommend them for supervised use, but I don't like chews like that for crate training due to the risk of choking.

For crate chews, we use Nylabones (not pup's fave), Benebones (well-received), and Elk Antlers (he's OBSESSED with these). As these get worn down we'll probably have to replace them if he's able to pull large chunks off, but for now they're rather durable and keep this anxious mama from worrying about something terrible happening!

We also have one of these (basically a smaller-brand Kong that our local pet store carries) which we stuff with treats and PB, but ONLY when we have to close him in the crate. If he tries to wait and eat it after we let him back out (which is most of the time) we take it and put it in the freezer until the next time he goes up. That way he has open access to his chews to keep him occupied, but the super special PB is reserved only for crating times. There might be a better way to do this which is why I'll be following this thread, but it seemed like by removing the peanut butter toy from the crate, he was getting rewarded more for leaving the crate than staying in it.

Anyway, hope this helps, and best of luck :)

Hi! I have a big softy German Shepherd named Jack, who also loves to destroy everything. He ate my couch! Yes, while I was at the grocery store, he ate the cushions off of my sectional sofa. He also ate a glass butter dish to get to the butter. Always while I'm at the grocery store! There was blood everywhere. My vet told me he was okay, tongues bleed a lot, and just asked how much butter he ate :| he has gotten to my shoes, my daughter's plastic chairs, lots of stuffed animals, the list goes on and on! He has mellowed out a lot now, but he can go to town on some toys!

I'm not sure how big your dog is, but how about some antlers?

This is an add on, but it has lasted a few months now for Jack. He has the dinosaur pictured.

Jack has a few balls in this style and they have lasted for forever! He loves them! They also have a similar one at target in their bins for around $5. This is another toy made from the same stuff.

He has also had this shark and a few others made like this and they last at least a couple weeks before he starts tearing their limbs off.

I have this or a Kong toy on my wish list for him :)

Coconut's been messing around with this one:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003ARUKTG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

and this one:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003DQJQ1C/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

But she likes to take the wood pegs from the latter one and run off with them so I'm worried she's going to choke on them. She only gets to play with that one under supervision.

But now I'm thinking of getting some timber from Home Depot for her to gnaw on.

We used a trainer but pet smart is a great option! We chose group classes since it teaches socialization and that's where you will get bite inhibition. It will be frustrating at first bc puppy won't listen to you but stick with it!

We use several treat dispensing toys and as for the Kong I will actually soak her food in water for a bit until it absorbs some and then freeze it because she is having stomach issue so we aren't using treats. She really has to work at it to get it out. Here are some of the toys we use:

I bought 2 of THESE. I put some plain yoghurt in the bottom, then treats and kibble, the fingers hold them well. I stuff cheese in the side hole. more yoghurt to block off the top - and freeze it.

Takes my dogs over 20 minutes or empty them. These are AWESOME and can hold quite a bit.

You could even put half her meal in this frozen to occupy and feed her at the same time.

I bought the large one (lime green) as my 2 dogs are bigger.

These have worked really for my ACD. The ropes for tugging and wrestling. The dragon is her "how can I rip a hole in this" toy, took her a few weeks to get the stuffing out of it.

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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001FO1CZW/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071JMC5M4/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

West Paw Zogoflex Qwizl Interactive Treat Dispensing Dog Puzzle Treat Toy for Dogs, 100% Guaranteed Tough, It Floats!, Made in USA, Large, Aqua Blue https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N9YT6Z1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_TnfYAbWQEHYTT

This thing really extends the life of bully sticks, and I even stuff some treats in it too. Both my Collies love this thing. Also of course Kong’s. My dogs in particular like pull toys and LOVE chewing so teething and regular chew toys.

We run into boredom here from time to time as well; it's hard with a strong chewer! Rotating toys is big here - 3 dogs, 4 toys out at a time (3 kong-type toys and a rope) and everything gets swapped & washed twice a week. We'll find silly things to give our dogs that we don't mind being destroyed - if there's a sock that we're sure doesn't have a match we'll tie knots into it and put treats between the knots to give them something to work towards. Also, bones (not rawhides) can last AGES if you find the right ones. Ours got hooves as puppies and once those were too small we switched to beef knuckles.

If I can find where mine hid our "holy grail of kongs" I'll post a photo later. We did find one at a garage sale that will keep any one of mine occupied for HOURS and that they haven't destroyed in over 2 years, but I have no idea of the brand. It's got little rubber fingers inside of the bottom hole to hold food inside better, so they end up doing a lot more chewing and it takes forever for them to empty it. Don't underestimate scent as a motivator for your dog! Once they get how to use that big wet thing on the end of their face dogs can do some pretty cool stuff!

EDIT: I found it!! This changed the toy game in our house, and it looks to be pretty inexpensive new!

I might be late to the party... Our 8 month old Portie goes bananas for bully sticks or any natural animal product but they never last. She also rarely chews toys unless she can destroy them. So I combined them into an ultimate toy.

I cut a bully stick to fit into a Kong Tire and it's been weeks and she still loves it. Also, my friend's Boston Terrier is a mega chewer and he swears by Westpaw. He bought their treat stuffing toy and crams a bully stick in that.

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Just went and bought a WestPaw and shoved a veggie chew stick in it. Usually she's trying to eat woodchips when we go for coffee but she's been going hard on the toy for 15 minutes . Bully sticks will be next level!

This is by far my dogs favorite toy

He LOVES to thrash it about, chew it, toss it in the air and run around the house with it. He will play by himself with it too. We call it his DNA toy. EDIT: We have the large size

Here are some pics He is a 23lb dog.

I recommend a nylabone! They are so durable and my dog loves his!

https://www.amazon.com/Nylabone-DuraChew-Peanut-Butter-X-Large/dp/B00JZIDFGO/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?crid=XDVD6A42APE5&keywords=nylabone&qid=1550377182&s=gateway&sprefix=nylabo&sr=8-5

Or the edible nylabone souper bones are nice too!

This in the only toy that my pup hasn't destroyed. It has been her go-to toy for nearly two years now and it is not damaged at all. Oh and it's perfect for tug since you both get something to grab on to!

i got these pork skin rolls from costco that my pup likes. they are a raw hide alternative. antlers may be too hard and can damage teeth depending on your dog.

another option: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K7VMBFT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_ijcFDbE0R1YSQ

https://www.amazon.ca/Goughnuts-Interactive-Large-MaXX-Black/dp/B00MBQ12QW/ref=pd_sim_199_1?tag=thehappypuppycan-20&_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00MBQ12QW&pd_rd_r=ZBT2A2H88C7Z1N9014EM&pd_rd_w=Iu844&pd_rd_wg=US6O4&psc=1&refRID=ZBT2A2H88C7Z1N9014EM
I have good success with these !

I put a Hurley Dog Bone through a Goughnut Maxx and sometimes I roll that thing around. It also holds the Hurley up so she can go to town.

We give our 6 mo old bully sticks fairly often, and have since we got him at 3mo. We use this holder, we can shove one half of the stick in and he can't get it out to swallow or anything. Big help when we're out of the house. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N29SD5A/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_yUSWAb2SZ1C0T

West Paw Zogoflex Qwizl Interactive Treat Dispensing Dog Puzzle Treat Toy for Dogs, 100% Guaranteed Tough, It Floats!, Made in USA, Large, Aqua Blue https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N9YT6Z1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_GXeYDbSVS7NZ6

We put a large carrot in this, and Kira will chew on it for an hour.

My dog (pit mix) who has destroyed every toy I’ve ever bought her has yet to destroy this one and we’re 6 months in. Goughnuts - TuG Interactive Large Dog Toy - MaXX Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MBQ12QW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_0WSVDb6SFTKSS

I actually bought a second one to keep at my parent’s house who watch her for me sometimes. I love it. It’s also great for tug with her. Ropes she’ll destroy sometimes and if I play tug with a rope she’ll keep biting up to get a better purchase which sometimes puts your hand at risk. With this I don’t know if it’s because it’s thicker or the rubber but she can’t keep that purchase and she doesn’t get anywhere near my hand. And it bounces great when I toss it. I was at first reluctant to spend $30 when I figured she’d just chew it up but even if I had to buy twice a year totally worth it.

As long as he isn't swallowing huge chunks of the bully stick then I would not worry. One out of three of my girls demolishes any chew (and shockingly the most frozen kongs) in a matter of a few minutes while the other two spend 30 minutes or more chomping away.

If you want to slow him down there are certain toys that you can put bully sticks into that can slow your pup down a lot.
west paw makes one I've used before. Others would be any hollow ish toy or holee roller styled toy (starmark and JW are two brands that come to mind) that a bully stick can slide into and stay in as they chew.

Only $11 on Amazon for the 27" model? (http://www.amazon.com/KONG-Safestix-Large-Assorted-Colors/dp/B006BU7FXI/)

I'll take 10 of them! You never know when you're going to have 10-20 horny women just floating around...

So if /u/CiElBie is right, that would explain a lot about your dog's behavior, haha.

Have you tried a front-connecting harness, like the Easywalk, Sense-ible, or Kurgo Journey harnesses? Those have proven extremely helpful in redirecting our dog on walks and teaching him not to tug.

You can also get him some puzzle toys. You put treats in them and they keep your dog occupied. Treats can be peanut butter, yogurt, wet food, and frozen fruit/veggies. These would be my recommendations: Westpaw Tux, Busy Buddy Squirrel, Planet Dog Orbee-tuff Snoop, Kong Wobbler (dry food only), Starmark Everlasting Wheeler, Orbee-tuff Produce, GoofBall.

Mental stimulation is another big thing. If you haven't already, familiarize yourself with the basics of clicker training (Kikopup is a fantastic resource). Then you can teach all kinds of fun tricks, which will engage your dog, encourage bonding, and tire him out mentally, which is very important for dogs with working dog ancestry. Examples of tricks can be paw, beg, roll over, twirl (dance), touch, jump (if his health allows it - no more than 10 minutes of jumping training at a time), weave (dog weaves between your legs), army crawl, bow, and so on. Just 15 to 20 minutes of mental stimulation can really tire out a dog, so I strongly recommend this if your dog is super hyper!

Other interactive toys. Flirt poles are great, and can be good for reinforcing drop it because the dog is rewarded immediately with more playtime. I would also encourage giving all meals either as training treats or in large puzzle toys (I highly recommend Nina Ottosson toys: Tornado, Dog Smart, Twister, Casino, Brick. Make sure to supervise your dog while using these toys, since they won't be as durable as the rubber toys I recommended above). My dog also LOVES this funny squirrel toy; it moves around and makes funny noises-- I think he believes it's a real squirrel! This is the Amazon link, and again for this I'd recommend supervision because I don't know it's that durable.

I might also recommend extending one of your walks to 1.5 to 2 hrs by combining two of the daily walks together into one long walk-- this might exhaust your dog more, as opposed to multiple shorter walks a day. This really depends on your dog, though; give it a try but I can't guarantee it'll work. Do ensure that the long walk takes place at approximately the same time each day, so he knows when his "big playtime" is and learns to relax throughout the rest of the day. For the whining at outside stimuli, perhaps invest in a white noise machine or loud box fan, which will help your dog relax at home.

Best of luck, hope this is helpful!!

These are my papillion's favorite toys:

Hide-a-Squirrel

Twist-n-Treat toy

Classic Kong toy

West Paw toys like this one

I also have a couple of the puzzle toys. I like to get ones that have several layers of difficulty so my dog doesn't get bored right away. Like this one, but I found it at HomeGoods for a lot cheaper!

https://www.amazon.com/Ultra-Durable-Chew-Toy-Replacement-Aggressive/dp/B07K7VMBFT/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=indestructible+dog+toys&qid=1574541858&sr=8-3

I use this to play fetch and tug of war with my dog. It’s a very durable black rubber ring toy. She destroys just about everything but I’ve had this for a couple months now and there’s barely a dent in it.