Best type of toys for Cavapoos (Cavoodles)

Cavapoo holding a pink tennis ball in his mouthThe Cavapoo, also known as the Cavoodle,  is a cross between a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Poodle. We will refer to them mainly as a Cavapoo here.

The Cavapoo (Cavoodle) is fun and playful, loyal and smart. This intelligence means they respond well to training. They require a reasonable amount of daily exercise and activity to burn pent-up energy. Mental enrichment is also crucial for this clever little dog to prevent boredom. For a guide to Cavapoo (Cavoodle) exercise see here.

Playing with toys is one of the best ways to provide both exercise and mental stimulation while having lots of fun.

What toys do Cavapoos (Cavoodles) like to play with

The Cavapoo loves to play and they need a variety of toys to keep them occupied and happy. Stuffed plush toys, especially ones with a squeaker, are a firm favorite. They also love any toy or ball that can be used in a game of fetch.

The Cavapoo loves your company and any toy that involves you in the game is a firm favorite.

They are also smart little dogs and it is crucial to provide mental stimulation and enrichment to prevent boredom. To learn about the six categories of enrichment for dogs here. Puzzles and interactive toys are ideal to challenge a Cavapoos’ mind.

Must-have toy for a Cavapoo

Kong Classic

If you don’t know what a Kong for dogs is it is a tough rubber dog toy with a hole in the center so you can stuff it with treats or even flavored paste. The Kong is actually three dog toys in one.

  • Food and treat stuffing puzzle toy. You can even freeze the Kong for a hot weather treat.
  • Chew toy – made of safe near-indestructible rubber
  • Fetch toy – due to its unique shape it bounces in unpredictable directions making a game of fetch more fun.

They come in a range of sizes from XS to XL. For a Cavapoo, I recommend using medium Kong as the smaller sizes don’t hold as much food or treats as you would think.

For a Cavapoo puppy, you should choose the Puppy Kong. These are made of a softer more flexible rubber so they don’t do damage to their young and developing teeth and jaw. See Puppy Kongs on Amazon here.

To learn more about how to use a Kong for dogs see here. If your Cavapoo doesn’t have a Kong, get them one or even two. See the Kong Classic on Amazon here.

Fetch toys for Cavapoos

Cavapoos love to play fetch. As mentioned, the Kong for dogs is ideal for playing fetch due to its unique shape making it bounce in unpredictable directions. I don’t recommend using tennis balls or soft foam balls as the material is easy to tear off and can cause choking.

In addition to the Kong for dogs, I recommend the Chuckit ultra ball.

Chuckit ultra ball

This squeaker ball toy for dogs entices play with fun sounds and high bounce. These are tough and durable toys and also have a textured surface making them easy for your Cavapoo to pick up.

Plush and squeaky toys for Cavapoos

Cavapoos love plush soft toys especially if they have a squeaker. When selecting plush toys for your Cavapoo it is best to choose toys that are more durable. Even a Cavapoo who is a soft chewer will eventually create tears in the fabric.  It is also a good idea to have a selection of toys so you can rotate them.

Here are a couple of recommendations.

ZippyPaws – Loopy Hedgehog No Stuffing Squeaky Plush Dog Toy 

If your Cavapoo loves a toy with a squeaker, then this is the ultimate.  Each toy includes 6 high-quality round squeakers. It also has no stuffing. This avoids having to clean up a mess if your dog manages to pull it apart.

goDog Checkers with Chew Guard Technology Durable Plush Dog Toys with Squeakers

Features Chew Guard Technology and double stitched seams to last longer than your standard plush toy. This toy has one grunter, two squeakers, and crinkle Mylar so it makes lots of interesting sounds engaging your Cavapoo.

Interactive and puzzle toys for Cavapoos

Mental stimulation and enrichment are important for a smart little dog like the Cavapoo. It not only helps to prevent boredom. Mental stimulation can tire a dog just as much as physical activity.

These are some recommended puzzles and interactive toys for a Cavapoo. For more puzzle toys for dogs see here.

The Wicked Ball

If your dog is ball mad then the Wicked Ball is the ultimate moving dog toy for them. The magic ball runs and bounces all by itself and the LED light adds another level of engagement for your dog. No App or remote controller required.

It has several settings such as the Intelligent Companion mode. In this mode, the Wicked ball has 10 minutes of play and 30 minutes of rest. If your dog pushes or hits the ball it starts the play cycle again. It also has three reaction modes (gentle, normal, active) so you can set it to suit your dog’s mood.  Due to its obstacle avoidance system (collision sensor), it doesn’t get stuck in tight spots.

The Wicked ball is durable and dog safe and is also waterproof so it can be played with when swimming. It also has a treat hole for dogs that are food motivated.

View the Wicked Ball on Amazon.

Tornado Puzzle

The Tornado puzzle has three layers that spin with four compartments on each level. It also comes with bone puzzle pieces you can place over the treats to add an extra level of difficulty.

The constant movement and spinning action keep your dog engaged. This puzzle is also great to feed your dog their dry kibble to slow them down. Especially if they are fast eaters or to make mealtime last longer if they are on a diet.

Outward Hound Nina Ottosson Interactive Puzzle Game Dog Toys

Busy Buddy Tug a Jug

The Tug a Jug is not just a puzzle toy as it has a dental gum massaging top and rope. Even without treats in it is a fun toy for dogs anyway.

This is one for smart dogs that solve most puzzle toys quickly. Your dog has to work out that they need to pull the rope in a precise way to get the treats to come out.

Although it looks like it may not be very durable it is, in fact, reasonably strong and can take pretty rough treatment. Also, it can hold a lot of food so it can be used at mealtime to slow that speed eater down.

View the Tug a Jug on Amazon

tug a jug

Chew toys for Cavapoos

Chewing is a natural instinctive behavior for dogs. You can’t train an instinctive behavior out of a dog, but you can redirect it. That is why it is important to provide your Cavapoo with chew toys. Despite their cute looks, some Cavapoos can be destructive chewers. As mentioned, the Kong for dogs is an ideal durable chew toy.

Here is another suggestion for chew toys for Cavapoos.

Nylabone Dura Chew Regular Original

This durable chew toy has round knobs for your Cavapoo to work on and the shape is perfect for them to hold in their paws.

Edible dog chews

Natural edible dog chews are highly appealing to dogs as they are food.  a great way to add some variety to your dog’s diet. These include ears, antlers, bones, and bully sticks.

View dog chews on Amazon

Chew toys for Cavapoo puppies

When selecting the best toys for a Cavapoo puppy it is important to consider several things. Firstly, they should not be too hard and should have some give. This prevents damage to the jaw and the new teeth. It is also important that they do not shatter or break into small pieces. This is to prevent the risk of your puppy choking on any fragments that come off the toy.

Kong puppy chew toys

The Kong for dogs is a must-have. In addition to the classic shape Kong, there are other shapes available such as the Kong teething stick and the Kong Goodie Bone. These have grooves on the side so you can spread a little paste into them to make the toy more interesting than your shoes.

All these toys are suitable for a Cavapoo puppy who is teething.

Kong Classic for puppies 

Kong teething stick 
Kong Puppy Goodie Bone 

Tuffy Junior dog toys

For puppies that love plush toys but tend to pull apart normal plush toys like some Cavapoo puppies tend to, The Tuffy Junior range is ideal. They are more durable than other plush toys and are machine washable. These are for puppies mainly as an adult dog would be more than likely to be able to destroy them. They are available in a range of sizes to suit your puppy.

Nylabone puppy key ring

The Nylabone puppy teething keyring is a classic. These have been available for teething puppies ever since I can remember. These are soft enough for enjoyable chewing, yet strong enough to withstand it.

They have lots of moving parts that make a sound when shaken. Toys that make a sound are always more preferable and fun for a puppy. The irregular shape and texture provide choices of different surfaces and feelings while chewing and after some chewing, raised bristles are released that clean the teeth to help dental health.

Let us know in the comments what your Cavapoos (Cavoodles) favorite toys are.

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  • Joseph Coleman

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