The SportDOG Jumbo Plastic Dog Training Dummy is a rugged toy for training. It is praised for its durability and design but has mixed reviews on its longevity, especially with heavy chewers.
Risk of ingestion if the top portion is chewed off.
Prevention: Do not leave dog unsupervised with the toy.
The toy is well-built and can withstand rough use for fetching.
The toy cleans off easily, making maintenance simple.
Ideal for training purposes, especially for retrieving exercises.
The softer plastic top is easily chewed and destroyed by aggressive chewers.
The toy may not last long with heavy use or aggressive chewers.
Recent reviews indicate a decline in durability compared to older reviews. The product seems to be less sturdy than it was previously reported.
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Factors: A cytotoxicity of chewers, frequency of use, and environmental conditions
No, it is not recommended for dogs that chew aggressively as the top portion can be easily destroyed.
The durability varies. It can last from a few minutes to several months, depending on the dog's chewing habits and environmental conditions.
Yes, it cleans off very easily with soap and water.
"Very thick and solid toy for retrieving. Not a chew toy because pup will remove the plug thingy. We were able to put it back fortunately. Maybe should be lower profile for them not to be able to get it out. Over all this toy dummy will be perfect for our use."
"My dog would rather chew on the top where the plastic is softer then chase the toy that's harder. Not a good idea if you have a dog like mine that apparently likes to chew plastic. He didn't swallow it and I'm glad he spit it out. By the way I didn't not let him chew on this like a chew toy I immedi..."
If you have a mild to moderately chew-prone dog, this toy is a good choice. For heavy chewers, extra care and supervision are recommended. It is durable for fetching but not meant for heavy chewing.