For this guide, I tested 27 toys with Herschel, my basset hound puppy. I also asked other pet guardians, veterinarians, and a dog trainer about the most enriching, durable toys for puppies.

One Nylabone puppy chew, one refillable Kong; no further toys needed. I thought I was ... I thought the idea of dog-walking-specific clothes was nonsense. Turns out, it was just sensible planning.

And if the toy's rubber isn't the right density for your dog, Kong offers the same design for various chew strengths, including the Puppy, Extreme, and Senior toys. But don't expect your dog to ...