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DuraToy Blue Rascal Crunchy Tail Dog Toy
A flattened rodent with a tyre mark printed across the middle and a long crunchy tail. It is, by a distance, the largest plush toy in the range — and the tail is the bit dogs go for, because it crackles when they grab it.
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DuraToy Blue Rascal Crunchy Tail Dog Toy
What makes this one different
A smooth pile, easy on the mouth and easy to carry about.
The design brief here appears to have been "what if a toy looked like it had already lost a fight with a Transit van". We're not going to pretend it isn't funny.
The genuinely good bit is the tail. It's long, it's got crunchy plastic foil in it, and it gives a dog something obvious to grab hold of and drag about — a proper handle, in effect. There's a squeaker in the body as well, so the head end and the tail end do different things.
Soft plush outer
A smooth pile, easy on the mouth and easy to carry about.
Crunch as well as squeak
A crunchy lining gives a second noise, so there are two reasons to keep at it.
Rope to pull against
Rope threaded through the toy, so a game of tug pulls against rope rather than a seam.
Duratoy: durable dog chew toys in natural rubber
Every Duratoy is moulded from natural rubber that is non-allergenic and non-toxic, so the whole range suits dogs of all breeds. The shapes differ because dogs differ: some want something to gnaw, some want a game, and plenty want both.
For keen chewers and everyday dental care
The Heavy Duty Dumbbell is the one for dogs that chew everything: 17.5 x 7cm and 282g in thick natural rubber, made for medium to large dogs. The Knobbly Bone gives most dogs a slim chew that sits easily between the paws. Both carry raised bumps that help brush away loose plaque and massage the gums as your dog chews.
For treats and problem-solving
The Dumbbell Treat Dispenser is sized for puppies and small dogs, with a squeaker at the other end. The Oval Treat suits larger dogs and is bright enough to spot outdoors, and the Bowling Pin takes treats and wobbles for fetch.
For teething and fetch
The knobbly Faberge egg massages sore gums during teething. The Giggle Ball giggles as it rolls, and the Rugby Ball comes in two sizes for an unpredictable bounce.
All Duratoy toys wash clean with water, or a little mild soap. Supervise play, choose a size your dog cannot fit entirely in their mouth, and replace any toy that becomes worn or damaged.
How it is put together
What it is made of, and what is inside it.
It's the largest plush toy in this range by a clear margin, so it suits a bigger dog who wants something substantial rather than a toy they can fit in their mouth in one go. At 146g it's still light for its size, which means it can be shaken and thrown properly.
The rating on this one is moderate, which is the middle of the range: a dog who carries, shakes and mouths their toys, rather than one who sits down and works a toy apart. Supervise, and replace it once the foil starts showing through.
One of three Rascals designs, each a separate product. Part of the DuraToy range, with more characters to follow.
Outer
100% polyester (as printed)
Inside
Foil, polyester and a squeaker
Hard fixings
None visible
Features in detail
What it is made of, and how it is put together.
Product code
DT-ROADKILLTOY-BLYWBN
Weight
146 g
Outer material
100% polyester (as printed)
Inside
Foil, polyester and a squeaker
Colour
Blue, yellow, brown
Hard fixings
None visible
Pack and assembly
Pack of 1. None.
Why owners pick this one
What it actually does around the house.
Soft plush outer
A smooth pile, easy on the mouth and easy to carry about.
Crunch as well as squeak
A crunchy lining gives a second noise, so there are two reasons to keep at it.
Rope to pull against
Rope threaded through the toy, so a game of tug pulls against rope rather than a seam.
Suits
Moderate chewers, supervised play.
Is it right for your dog?
Worth reading before you buy.
Supervised play
This is a plush toy, not a chew to leave a dog alone with. Stay in the room.
Moderate chewers
A dog who sets out to destroy a soft toy will manage it. For serious chewers, our natural rubber DuraToys are the right shelf.
Dogs first, cats at a push
Sized and built for dogs. Some cats take to them, but that is not what they are for.
Care and safety
The short version: watch it, and retire it when it goes.
This toy is not indestructible. Supervise your dog during play and discard the toy if it becomes ripped or damaged.
Check it over regularly
Look at the seams and any rope or trim before each play session. Damage gets worse quickly once it starts.
Retire it when it goes
Once a seam opens or the filling shows, take it away. A torn toy is a swallowing risk, not a cheaper toy.
Keep the squeaker inside
The squeaker is a small part. If it works loose, the toy is finished.
Frequently asked questions
What owners ask before they buy.
Yes, gently and with you there. The rope runs through the toy rather than being stitched on, so a pull works against rope instead of a seam. It is still a soft toy, not a rope toy.
A crunchy lining inside the toy, alongside the squeaker. Two noises rather than one.
No. It is a plush toy for supervised play, and a determined dog will get through it. Check it over regularly and replace it once the seams start to go.
Yes. Every toy in the DuraToy plush range has one.
Not really. For a dog that chews hard, our natural rubber DuraToy range is built for the job; this range is not.
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