The PetSafe Busy Buddy Fun Durables Treat Dispenser Dog Toy is a good choice for small dogs and for keeping them entertained with treats. However, it has durability issues and a strong rubber smell that some dogs refuse to play with. It works well for certain types of treats and keeps dogs engaged for about 20 minutes.
Parts can be chewed off and poses a choking hazard.
Prevention: Supervise your dog while using the toy.
Durability issues with heavy chewers.
Prevention: Avoid using with larger dogs or under close supervision.
Keeps small dogs entertained for up to 20 minutes.
Difficulty can be adjusted by trimming the tabs.
Fills quickly with a small funnel.
Distracts puppies from chewing on other items.
The toy has a strong rubber smell that some dogs dislike.
Tip: Let it air out or wash it thoroughly, but the smell persists.
The toy can be easily chewed to pieces, especially by larger or more aggressive chewers.
Tip: Use it with smaller dogs or under close supervision.
Treats must be small enough to dispense, which can be inconvenient.
Tip: Use appropriately sized treats.
Picks up a lot of hair, making it hard to clean.
Tip: Rinse it frequently to manage the hair buildup.
Better suited for small to medium-sized dogs.
Tip: Consider the size and chewing habits of your dog.
Factors: chewing habits, pet size
No, it is better suited for small to medium-sized dogs.
It can last from a few weeks to a few months, depending on the dog's chewing habits.
Yes, by trimming the tabs inside the toy.
Hand wash and rinse frequently to remove hair buildup. Do not machine wash.
"My 4 month old Frenchie absolutely loves this toy. If you read the directions to trim the rubber pieces inside to the level of difficulty you would like, it works perfectly. My 4 month old Frenchie absolutely loves this toy."
"This thing smells so strongly of ... Plastic? Chemicals? That i can walk into a room and immediately know its there. Tried washing several times. This thing is going in the trash where it belongs."
If you have a small dog and can overlook the smell and durability issues, this toy can be a good source of entertainment. Otherwise, you might want to consider other options.
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