Children's sized soccer balls and kick balls are well made and will easily withstand the force of your furry friend. For an added treat, dip an old ball into a bowl of beef or chicken broth and freeze. You can whip together a new fleece or cotton toy in just a few minutes. Dogs love fleece, cotton and heavy canvas. Cut your material into any shape, add a few stitches with a sewing machine or by hand, stuff, sew the opening closed and you're done.
Dogs love to be challenged.
By adding some mystery to your toy, you can provide your pet with a new fun activity. Close the opening by sewing it, using velcro tape or simply tying a simple knot, and watch your dog spends hours trying to remove the object. It's easy to make a homemade Frisbee that is less harmful to your dog's mouth than traditional hard plastic models. With some heavy thread or Velcro tape, connect the two ends of the rope. For an alternative, cut a small piece of fabric in the size of a rectangle that is just large enough to reach both ends of the circle.