Zeus dog toys and chews
Zeus covers two distinct ranges in what we stock: a set of tough, weighted Nitro toys built for fetch and tug, and a Bones and Better Bones chew line in flavours like chicken, lamb and mint, and duck and cranberry. Here's what's genuinely in each range and who it suits.
The Nitro toy range
The Nitro line is built around durability for keen chewers and enthusiastic fetch dogs: a weighted tugger, weighted balls, a weighted slinger, a weighted buoy with rope, and a flying disc. The weighting is the distinctive feature here, giving the toys a different feel and flight to a standard lightweight ball or disc.
These suit dogs who play hard and go through softer toys quickly, though no toy is indestructible, and any chew toy should be sized to the dog and supervised, particularly for a strong or determined chewer.
The Bones and Better Bones chew range
Alongside the toys, we stock a range of Zeus wrap bones, twists and large rolls in flavours including chicken, lamb and mint, and duck and cranberry, sized from small to large rolls depending on the dog. These are aimed at dogs who enjoy a longer-lasting chew rather than a quick treat.
As with any chew, size it to your dog and supervise while they're working through it, particularly the first time you offer a new shape or size, since chewing style varies a lot between individual dogs. The Better Bones line sits alongside the standard Bones range, giving a choice of shape and format within the same set of flavours.
Choosing between the two ranges
If you're after something for active play, fetch or tug, the Nitro toys are the relevant range; if you want something for your dog to settle down and work through on their own, the Bones and Better Bones chews are the better fit. Plenty of households end up with a mix of both, used for different times of day.
Whichever you choose, it's worth matching size and format to your individual dog's chewing style and jaw strength rather than going purely on breed size, since two dogs of a similar size can wear through a toy or chew at very different rates.
From this brand
Everything below is in stock with us, priced with delivery worked out, and packed and posted by hand in the UK.
Interactive Activity Ball Dog Toy with Cover
A bouncy activity ball in a tough zip-on cover that keeps dogs chasing, nudging and herding for hours.
From£23.99
Self-Moving Chew-Resistant Dog Ball
A USB-C rechargeable ball that moves on its own to keep dogs busy and active. Tough E-TPU construction stands up to chewing during supervised play, and the splash-resistant build suits indoor or outdoor use.
£15.99
Inflatable Herding Ball for Dogs with Pump
A large inflatable herding ball with pump that taps into your dog's chase instinct.
From£19.99
Remote-Controlled Jumping Ball Dog Toy
A self-rolling, light-up ball that jumps and rolls to keep dogs entertained. A paw-shaped remote sets three activity gears, so both small and large dogs can chase and play. Rechargeable and tough against chewing.
From£19.99
Inflatable Herding Ball for Dogs
A large inflatable ball too big for a dog to pick up, with a bite-resistant double-layer shell that slow-deflates if punctured, for high-drive chasing and nudging.
£23.99
Inflatable Herding Ball with Handles for Dogs
A large, tough inflatable herding ball that taps into your dog's natural chase-and-nudge instinct. Reinforced bite-resistant fabric and grab handles make it great for active outdoor play with medium and large breeds.
£29.99
Durables Toy Crocodile
The crocodile from Red Dingo's Durables line: solid hardware, hard-wearing materials and a five-year manufacturer guarantee, which is rare enough to be the reason to buy.
£20.49
Tuffy Junior Zoo Hippo
A junior-sized Tuffy hippo built in bonded layers with webbed, multi-row stitched seams, light enough for smaller dogs and puppies, that floats and is machine washable.
£18.99
No-Stuffing Crinkle Plush Dog Toy
A cuddly stuffing-free plush lion with built-in crinkle and dual squeakers to keep small and medium dogs entertained. Less mess if chewed open, and the soft body is machine washable for easy cleaning.
£10.99
Tuffy No Stuff Ultimate Ring Red Paw
Meet the Tuffy No Stuff Ultimate Ring Red Paw — one of the toughest dog toys we stock. Tuffy build their toys in multiple bonded layers with several rows of stitching and protective webbing on the seams, so they stand up to serious chewers far better than an ordinary plush. They float, and they’re machine washable (air dry).
£13.99
Chase Buddy Boredom Busting Dog Toy
A sturdy chase toy for dogs left alone for short spells, redirecting the energy that turns into barking, pacing and chewed skirting boards into active play.
£23.99
Foam Popcorn Ring Dog Tug Toy
A lightweight, springy ring tug toy made from soft ETPU popcorn foam. It floats, bounces and is easy to throw and catch, making it ideal for fetch, tug-of-war and active outdoor play.
From£7.99
Common questions
- Do you have customer reviews for Zeus products?
- We don't currently collect a published review score on the site, so we can't point you to star ratings here. This page sets out exactly what's in the range instead, so you can judge whether it suits your dog.
- Are Zeus Nitro toys suitable for strong chewers?
- The weighted design makes them more robust than a standard lightweight toy, but no toy is genuinely indestructible against a determined chewer. Supervise play, particularly to start with, and retire any toy that starts to break down.
- What size Zeus chew should I choose for my dog?
- Sizing depends on your dog's breed and jaw strength as much as their weight, so check the size guidance on the specific product rather than going by weight alone. A chew that's too small for a large, strong-jawed dog can be swallowed rather than chewed properly.
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Written by Matt Garnett, who runs Giddy Pets and is a lifelong pet owner — not a vet. This is general information, not veterinary advice, and it cannot replace an examination by the vet who knows your animal. How we write these guides.