The 15 Best Toys For Labrador Puppies Reviewed!

Labradors are one of the most energetic breeds around. That’s part of what makes them so loveable. Of course, an active puppy can benefit from a good selection of toys to keep them entertaint and happy while you are busy.

These are 15 of what I consider the best toys for Labrador puppies:

A visit to any pet store will offer you a huge array of dog toys. However, if you read on, we can probably save you some time and more than a little money by helping you to make the right choice. The reviewed dog toys are presented in no particular order, as all dogs will have their own preferences.

1.CHUCKIT! Flying Squirrel

This is a toy that is specifically designed for playing water-fetch, and the designers clearly knew what they were doing. The whole thing is shaped like a squirrel, which is perfect for a breed that was created to fetch dead animals.

This toy is meant to be easily found in the water, even at night. The CHUCKIT! is made from brightly colored reflective material, and it even glows in the dark. This thing is kind of like a frisbee and feels good in the hand.

Another good thing about this toy is that it is not hollow. It is composed of multiple layers of material so that it will last a lot longer. This toy is mostly made of canvas, so it should be safe for your Lab. They probably won’t chew on it much anyway, since they will be more concerned with convincing you to throw it again.

Some of the benefits of the CHUCKIT! include:

Always floats
Simulates natural hunting instinct
Bright, reflective colors
Made of multiple layers
Glows in the dark
Easy to grip
Aerodynamic

Amazon Link: CHUCKIT! Flying Squirrel

2. Jasonwell Foldable Dog Pool

If your Lab doesn’t have any good opportunity to go to the water, you can bring the water to them. The Jasonwell folding pool is a great option for those with limited space who don’t want to deprive their Lab of their natural habitat. This pool is available in five different sizes from small to XXL.

All of these pools are only one foot in height, but they range in diameter from 32 inches to 63 inches. Obviously, you should try to get the XXL version for a Lab. They won’t have enough room to swim, but they can at least enjoy the water in a convenient and portable way.

Since we are talking about the portability factor, this thing folds up into a surprisingly small size. All you have to do is let the water out, and it folds into a square package that is about the size of a small suitcase. Each panel is reinforced with high-density fiberboard for longevity and strength.

Although you should always clip your dog’s toenails before they get into this pool, it seems pretty sturdy. As long as your dog doesn’t have really long nails, it should be fine. This product:

Indulges a Lab’s natural love of water
Extremely portable
Good for those with limited space
Available in many sizes
No need for inlation
Helps outdoor dogs stay cool in the summer
Sturdy construction

Amazon Link: Jasonwell Foldable Dog Pool

3. Kurgo Skipping Stones

This product is designed to imitate the action of skipping a stone across a pond. Since dogs seem to be interested in this kind of thing, the people at Kurgo decided to make a dog toy that is meant to be skipped across the water. Obviously, this toy is great for those who own a large swimming pool or a backyard pond.

The skipping motion adds a little bit of confusion and an extra challenge for this naturally inquisitive breed. The whole thing is non-toxic, and is brightly colored so that it can easily be found by you or your dog. This toy is meant to float no matter how much it is chewed on, and is safe to clean in the dishwasher should the need arise.

If you’ve never learned how to skip stones, this toy will provide a little bit of fun and challenge for you as well. In this way, you and your dog can learn at the same time. Overall, this product offers:

Fun for both dog and owner
Creates a challenge as you learn to skip the stones
Non-toxic
Brightly colored
Waterproof
Dishwasher-safe
Inexpensive

Amazon Link: Kurgo Skipping Stones

4. Swimways SpringFloat Dog Pool Float

This is perfect for dog owners who want to enjoy a nice day in the pool with their dog. After awhile, even a Labrador will get tired of swimming, and it’s nice to give them their own pool float. As everyone knows, a dog will usually want to do everything that their master does.

This float is extra-durable, since dog claws are a little longer than fingernails. It is available in both small and large sizes, but there is little doubt that you want the larger size. The larger model is advertised as being suitable for dogs over 60 pounds, which is a bold claim. Most Labs will not exceed 60 pounds anyway, so you should have no worries about sinking. To top it off, the float even looks nice.

This thing is called a “SpringFloat” because it is lined with a piece of spring steel that helps it to fold up and pop back open with ease. This is a great thing when traveling with this float, as it can be quickly folded up and will take up very little space. This company also makes floats for humans that are similarly designed.

Some reviewers have grown concerned when they noticed that a small amount of water does get into the bottom of the raft. This is perfectly natural, and more or less unavoidable. It usually does not indicate a leak. Here are a few of the benefits:

Allows your dog to lay around in the pool with you
Very thick and durable
Good for dogs up to 150 pounds
Easy to fold up and open
Can be combined with fetching toys

Amazon Link: Swimways SpringFloat Dog Pool Float

5. Ruffwear – Hover Craft Flying Disc for Dogs

If you have a dog that loves to play games with a frisbee, and that dog is also a Labrador, this toy is a great buy. All the normal games of fetch that you would play on land can easily be transitioned to the water with a toy that is designed for that purpose.

The whole thing is made of waterproof foam that will always float even if your dog chews it into a gnarly, ugly mess. The thick canvas covering would probably resist the mouth of a Lab pretty well. As you may or may not know, Labradors have a particularly soft mouth. This is why they are great for retrieving birds, and not so good as guard dogs. The neon colors and reflective material stand out from a mile away, making it easy to keep track of this thing.

Great for dogs that love frisbees anyway
Bright, reflective material
Made of water-resistant foam
Always floats
Heavy canvas covering

Amazon Link: Ruffwear – Hover Craft Flying Disc for Dogs

6. Queenmore Dog Life Jacket

If your Lab is going to be playing in the deep water for any reason, you really should obtain a life vest for them. Obviously, this is not going to be all that important in a small backyard pond, but what if you are taking your Lab on a boat? If that’s the case, you will surely be needing a life vest that is intended for a canine.

The Queensmore model is one of the best. It is available in two styles, one of which looks like the a shark and the other of which looks like a fish. Both are secured in place with thick nylon straps that have quick-release mechanisms if you should happen to need to remove this vest in a hurry. This vest does an excellent job of keeping even the largest dogs afloat.

Made of tough but breathable fibers
Straps securely in place
Looks really cool
Quick-release mechanism
Available in two styles
Sturdy handle for easy dog retrieval
Very buoyant for dogs of all sizes

Amazon Link: Queenmore Dog Life Jacket

7. Goughnuts Ring Dog Toy

Labradors may have a soft mouth, but they like to chew as much as the next dog. This toy is basically a big rubber ring that is designed for maximum durability. The Goughnuts are kind of expensive for chew toys, but they are worth the money if they last as long as advertised.

The ring is made of natural rubber, as opposed to artificial rubber, which means that it is non-toxic. That being said, a piece of natural rubber could still cause an intestinal blockage if your dog were to eat a large piece.

Watch your dog with this toy and see if they are inclined to eat pieces when they are removed. At the first sign that your Lab is going to eat the rubber, take this ring away. The manufacturers make it easy to do this test by giving the toy a red ring in the middle. As soon as you see this red ring, it’s time to throw it in the trash.

This toy is very easy to throw, and it bounces like nothing you’ve ever seen. If this toy happens to hit your dog, it isn’t hard enough to do any damage, but they love to watch it bounce around!

Very tough
made of non-toxic natural rubber
Reinforced with carbon fibers
Bounces very high
Red ring to indicate wear
Easy to throw accurately

Amazon Link: Goughnuts Ring Dog Toy

8. Nina Ottosson DogTwister Interactive Game

This is something you may have never seen before. The DogTwister is an interactive dog game that allows dogs to try their hand at a simple puzzle. The toy takes the form of a flat wheel, with various pie-shaped pieces arranged around the disk.

These pieces can slide around when the dog pushes them with a paw. There are pockets underneath the sliding pieces so that the dog will get a suitable reward for their efforts. Although this may seem like too easy of a puzzle, it is actually quite difficult for some dogs.

The Labrador is an unusually intelligent and inquisitive breed. Toys of this sort will encourage them to learn better problem-solving skills. Of course, this might not be such a good idea in the case of a mischievious dog.

You can also use this toy as a reward. You may not want to leave it laying around at all times because some dogs will chew it to pieces in the hopes of finding another treat. Instead, use this game as a reward when your dog has behaved well. Think of it like a free bonus spin on the wheel of treats.

Provides hours of entertainment
Challenging yet rewarding
Can be used as a training aid
Waterproof
Dishwasher-safe
Good for multiple dogs and cats

Amazon Link: Nina Ottosson DogTwister Interactive Game

9. Kong Jump N’ Jack

This is one of the better chew toys on the market. The reason for this is very simple: It acts as a toothbrush. The whole thing is like a 3-dimensional plus sign with grooves on all of its pegs. Treats of various kinds can be stuffed into these grooves, inducing your dog to chew on the toy.

This toy should not be used without supervision, as there is a chance they could break off and swallow a piece of rubber, but it does save you the trouble of brushing their teeth. There are certain kinds of toothpaste that are made for dogs, and you could combine this with some other treat for even greater effect.

They offer this toy in multiple sizes, just in case you have other dogs. Like any good dog toy it is made of non-toxic material (natural rubber) and is perfectly safe for your dog unless swallowed.

Material is chewable yet durable
Allows for rewards of all sorts
Allows many places to put treats
Saves you the trouble of brushing your dogs teeth
Available in multiple sizes
Made of thick natural rubber
Dishwasher-safe

Amazon Link: Kong Jump N’ Jack

10.Nylabone Healthy Edibles Dog Bones

With any chew toy, you’ve always got to worry about the danger of eating and choking. With this bone, that danger is more or less eliminated. The danger of intestinal blockage is also eliminated. Although this is technically a treat rather than a toy, it is included on this list because it takes the place of a toy.

Although your dog can eat these bones, it will take them a long time to do so. For Labradors, they should get plenty of chewing time from each bone since their jaws are not known for being powerful. Bulldog owners have it a lot harder in this department.

These bones are available in a bunch of different size and are marked for a certain size of dog. The XXL model, designed for any dog over 50 pounds, is probably the one that will last the longest and give you the most toy for your money. These toys are also available in a whole bunch of different flavors so that you can experiment and find the one that your dog likes the most.

No danger of intestinal blockage
Almost no danger of choking
Available in many sizes and flavors
Inexpensive
All-natural ingredients

Amazon Link: Nylabone Healthy Edibles Dog Bones

11. Trixie Pet Board

This is another puzzle board, but this one is meant for the more advanced dog. Once your dog learns the trick of simpler puzzle boards like the Dog Twister, you can graduate them to the next level.

This game has slider panels that contain treats, and it also has hinged lids for your dog to outsmart. The hinged doors are operated with two bone-shaped levers that must be pulled to one side. There are also two cone lids that fit snugly in place over their treat pockets.

One thing we really like about this product is the thick rubber ring on the bottom. This helps it to grip the floor so that it doesn’t slide all over the place when your Lab is trying to get the treats. This is truly a challenging puzzle board for dogs, but that is exactly why it will keep them entertained for hours at a time.

Extremely good mental stimulation
Gives your dog rewards for using their intellect
many different puzzles in one device
Can be used as a reward
Rubber-ring base for good stability
made of thick and solid plastic pieces
Good for many dogs at once

Amazon Link: Trixie Pet Board

12. IDOGMATE Ball Launcher

As everyone knows, a Labrador is the kind of dog that will play fetch with you all day long. Of course, most humans don’t have time to play fetch with their dog all day long. As such, an automatic ball launcher can be an innovative way to keep rover occupied while you are working or taking a nap.

This is kind of an expensive product, so don’t go breaking the bank for a toy. However, it can really be a lot of fun for your dog. This little box launches tennis balls up to 40 feet away. You can set the distance and control exactly how far the balls will fly. One of the best things you can do is to set this up in front of the backyard pond and let your Lab play water fetch to their hearts’ contentment.

You can use any tennis ball with this launcher, as long as it is of a standard size. We also like the rechargeable battery which saves you the trouble of running an extension cord every time you want to use this toy.

This launcher is made with very smooth surfaces and rounded edges, like something out of a science-fiction movie. This makes it very hard for any dog to chew on the device and ruin its usefulness.

Gives your dog a robot play partner
Works with standard tennis balls
Runs from the wall or with a rechargeablebatteries
Precise control over distance
Smooth surfaces and edges make it harder for a dog to chew

Amazon Link: IDOGMATE Ball Launcher

13. Zippypaws Woodland Friends Burrow

This is a very likeable little toy that gives your dog a chance to go exploring without leaving the house. The whole thing is made to resemble a hollow log with three little chipmunk toys that go along with it. These durable toys are made from natural fibers that pose no toxicity hazard.

The best way to use this toy is to tie a small treat to one of the chipmunks and put it in the middle of the log. Dogs have a lot of fun trying to get it out of there, and they eventually will succeed in most cases. This is also a nice-looking toy that gives your living room the feel of a happy forest.

You should be a little bit careful about this toy because the little chipmunks contain a squeaker device. This can sometimes be a choking hazard, although most dogs know better than to try and eat one of these squeaker devices. I would advise cutting open the chipmunks and removing the squeaker before sewing them closed again. This will ensure that your dog isn’t killed by a stuffed chipmunk.

Here are some of the things I like about the Woodland Friends Burrow:

Interactive toy
Can be combined with rewards and treats
Offers many possibilities for an intelligent dog
Doesn’t look junky or homemade
Thick double-wall construction

Amazon Link: Zippypaws Woodland Friends Burrow

14. Benebone Real Flavor Wishbone Dog Chew Toy

This is a three-ended bone that dogs seem to really enjoy. It gets rave reviews from most of those who have purchased it, and it’s probably because of the way that it’s flavored. Although the bone is made from a type of nylon, it is flavored with all kinds of actual meat ingredients, including bacon and the grease of various meats.

These bones are not edible, but that goes for virtually any chew toy. They must be replaced when they wear out. Still, these things are extremely cheap and are not a big deal to replace.

This is a very durable chew that should last a long time, especially since your dog will have three ends to chew on instead of the usual two. Most dogs are irresistibly drawn to the smell of these bones, so you should have no trouble getting your dog to take a liking to this product right away.

Three ends for extra longevity
Flavored with real food ingredients that dogs love, like bacon
Available in multiple sizes and flavors
Very cheap
Non-toxic nylon construction

Amazon Link: Benebone Real Flavor Wishbone Dog Chew Toy

15. WUXIAN Dog Toothbrush Stick

This is another dental health chew, and it’s one of the best out there. This one is a little softer than the other one that we examined. This may be a good or a bad thing, depending on how determined of a chewer your dog may be.

There are bristles all around this thing, which can be smeared with peanut butter, canned dog food, or a canine toothpaste. If you happen to be in a position where you need to put medicine on your dog’s teeth or gums this would be a most effective way to do so.

Another great thing about this product is that it makes your dogs’ breath smell like peppermint. I don’t know about you, but I am sometimes disgusted by the smell of a dogs’ breath. Although they are some of the cutest and most loveable creatures in the world, their halitosis can be a thing to behold.

Toy and toothbrush all in one
Material is non-toxic and eco-friendly
Covered with cleaning bristles on all sides
Easy to clean under running water
Infused with peppermint extract for a pleasant smell-helps with dog breath!

Amazon Link: WUXIAN Dog Toothbrush Stick

Conclusion

As you can see, the best way to give your Lab the best play experience is to appeal to their natural love of water. However, this isn’t always possible, so we hope that we have included enough options for dry land as well. As a final thought, always remember that safety is the most important concern with any dog toy. An ill-designed toy has caused injury or death to a dog in more than one instance.