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DuraToy Rusty Rascal Crunchy Tail Dog Toy
The brown, orange and yellow Rusty Rascal — same flattened rodent with a tyre mark and a long crunchy tail, in the warmest of the three colourways. A squeaker in the body, foil in the tail.
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DuraToy Rusty Rascal Crunchy Tail Dog Toy
What makes this one different
A smooth pile, easy on the mouth and easy to carry about.
The third Rusty Rascal, in brown, orange and yellow — the warmest of the three colourways and the most convincingly rodent-like, for whatever that's worth.
Mechanically it's the same good idea as its siblings. A long tail with crunchy plastic foil through it gives a dog something to grab, drag and shake, and it makes a noise while they do it. A squeaker sits in the body, so the head end and the tail end reward a dog differently.
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.
At 142g and a good length, it's among the larger toys in this range, and light enough for its size to be thrown about properly.
One practical note on the colour: brown and orange are harder to spot on grass than the blue or grey versions, particularly in autumn. If this is going to be a garden toy, one of the others may save you some searching.
Rated moderate, as most of this range is. Supervised play, and replace it once the outer goes. Part of the DuraToy range, with more characters to follow.
Outer
100% polyester (as labelled)
Inside
Polyester, a squeaker and a crunchy foil tail
Hard fixings
None visible
Features in detail
What it is made of, and how it is put together.
Product code
DT-ROADKILLTOY3-BNORYW
Weight
142 g
Outer material
100% polyester (as labelled)
Inside
Polyester, a squeaker and a crunchy foil tail
Colour
Brown, orange, yellow
Hard fixings
None visible
Pack and assembly
Pack of 1. None. Country of origin: "Made in china" (as printed)
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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