What Your Dog’s Chewing Style Says About Their Needs

If your dog chews like their life depends on it—you’re not alone.

But before you blame your pup (or another shredded toy), take a closer look. How your dog chews can reveal a lot about their needs, energy level, and play style.

Here’s how to match the right toy to the right chewer—and how NeverBite™ fits them all.

1. The Destructive Chewer

Signs: Rips toys apart in minutes, goes after zippers, eyes, or seams

What it means: High-drive, under-stimulated, or just loves the teardown process. These dogs need structured play—not soft plushies.

Best Toy Features:

• Reinforced stitching
• No stuffing
• Designed for tug or redirection

Try NeverBite™: Built for daily tug, no fluff to gut, and handler-led interaction to create structure.

2. The Gentle Mouther

Signs: Carries toys around, lightly gnaws, rarely destroys

What it means: Likely a comfort chewer or a play-driven pup who prefers bonding over breaking.

Best Toy Features:

• Soft but durable
• Lightweight and tossable
• Encourages shared interaction

Try NeverBite™: Feels plush but reinforced. Great for tug or fetch. Builds connection.

3. The Teething Terror

Signs: Young pup, chews constantly, especially furniture and hands

What it means: Gum pain + curiosity + lack of boundaries = bite everything in sight.

Best Toy Features:

• Safe for daily chewing
• No small pieces or stuffing
• Chilled or textured for gum relief

Try NeverBite™: Great redirection tool. Can be chilled. Worn on the hand to teach bite control.

4. The Frustration Biter

Signs: Chews suddenly when overstimulated or anxious

What it means: Needs more mental stimulation and clear cues during play.

Best Toy Features:

• Handler engagement
• Cue reinforcement (“drop it,” “wait,” “get it”)
• Durable under pressure

Try NeverBite™: Promotes impulse control through guided play. Builds confidence and trust.

Final Word From the Crew

Chewing isn’t one-size-fits-all—and your toy choices shouldn’t be either. Know your pup’s style, match it with the right tool, and you’ll both come out ahead.

🏴☠ No matter how they chew, NeverBite™ was built to handle it. One toy, all styles, zero fluff.