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Remington Plush Dog Toy, Shotgun Shell

By Remington 4 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 75% confidence
3.3 /10
Quality
3.0
Value
3.0
Design
2.5
Function
4.5
Durability
1.5

In a Nutshell

  • Poor durability and poor quality materials
  • Appropriate for dogs that do not chew their toys
  • Design does not hold up

Quick Verdict

The Remington Plush Dog Toy, Shotgun Shell, is primarily notorious for its poor durability. Reviews overwhelmingly mention that the toy is torn apart within minutes, making it unsuitable for dogs that like to chew. The design is appealing, but it lacks the strength to withstand even minimal chewing.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 4
Would Recommend 0%
Would Buy Again 0%
Avg Lifespan 1 min

Pet Compatibility

πŸ• Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Critical Warnings

high

The toy is dangerous when shredded for smaller pets, and may cause choking.

Prevention: Supervised use recommended.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Squeaker (1)

    The toy has a squeaker that some dogs enjoy.

Cons

  • Durability (3) critical

    The toy's fabric is not reinforced. Some dogs had it for 2 minutes and it’s already ripped open.

  • Small Size (2) minor

    The toy is quite small and may not appeal to larger dogs.

    Tip: Recommend for fetch only and supervised use.

Who Is This For?

βœ“ Best For

  • β€’ Small dogs that enjoy light play β€” Although generally poor ratings, with minor problems patched these could work for some scenarios with newborn kittens.

βœ— Skip If

  • β€’ Heavy chewers or aggressive play dogs β€” There isn't any facility to patch or improve these number of heavy chewers.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Less than 1 min - 2 mins

Factors: degree of chewing, squeaker noise

Cleaning Methods

βœ“ Machine wash
βœ“ Hand wash
βœ“ Spot clean

Care Tips from Users

  • πŸ’‘ For very gentle dogs
  • πŸ’‘ Heavy chewers

Floor Compatibility

βœ“ Hardwood
βœ“ Tile
βœ“ Carpet
βœ“ Vinyl
βœ“ Laminate

Rating Distribution

1.8
4 reviews
5β˜…
25%
4β˜…
0%
3β˜…
0%
2β˜…
25%
1β˜…
50%
Bad fabric (2) Poor sizing (1) Poorly packaged (1) Torn in 2 mins (2)

Common Questions

This will last for how long?

Not significant for small breeds, and does not last more than a day

Highlighted Reviews

β€” PibbleMama

"My pooch loves stuffed toys with squeakers and this is his new favorite! It is definitely not a toy for chewers but its perfect size for a large pupper who loves to cuddle his favorite toys!!"

β€” Jeni

"Have this to my dog and he had it torn apart in LESS THAN A MINUTE. Would not recommend."

Bottom Line

If you're looking for a durable dog toy, this product is not suitable. It's best suited for dogs who enjoy soft plush toys and do not chew aggressively. It's better to consider other toys if durability is a priority.

3.3 /10
β€” Below Average