PetSafe Busy Buddy Squirrel Dude Treat Dispenser Tough Dog Chew Toy, Small

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  • Rubber
  • Exercise
  • Tough Chewer
  • All Lifestages
$7.99 Chewy Price
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  • Extra-durable dog toy great for dogs that like to chew
  • Can be used with any treat, kibble, or freeze-dried food
  • Excellent toy for dogs prone to separation anxiety
  • Treat Meter that delivers tasty treats as it's chased and chewed
  • Available in multiple sizes

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14 Customer Questions

Can you tell me the size (inch wise) of each of these 4 items?

Answer by Chewy • Nov 24, 2018
The dimensions of these toys are read as length x width. The X-Small measures 3 x 2 ½ inches, the Small measures 3 ¾ x 2 3/4 inches, the Medium is 4 ½ x 3 inches, and the Large is 5 ¾ x 3 15/16 inches.

does the Medium squirrel have the rubber prongs to hold smaller sized treats inside?

Answer by Chewy • Aug 29, 2017
The patented Treat Meter ( the rubber prongs) is features in all 4 sizes.

Our Squirrel Dude arrived smelling like it’s been in a container with a melted vanilla candle. It’s a strong smell that permeated the whole kitchen. Ran it through the dishwasher and the smell didn’t change. Is that just how the toy is supposed to smell?

Answer by Chewy • Nov 08, 2020
This toy features natural vanilla-scented rubber.

Is it puppy safe

Answer by Chewy • Oct 15, 2022
This toy is designed for adult dogs.
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Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars
327 Ratings
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Durability

92% Positive

Easy to Clean

85% Positive

Size and Difficulty Level

91% Positive

Treat Dispensing Functionality

87% Positive

289 Customer Reviews

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Tonya on Jun 8, 2025

Whoa, this thing has lasted!

I have a 90 pound Dane/Dobbie mix who is a super chewer. This chew toy has lasted and is his favorite treat time toy. 4 years running and going strong still. I have

I have a 90 pound Dane/Dobbie mix who is a super chewer. This chew toy has lasted and is his favorite treat time toy. 4 years running and going strong still. I have found it fairly easy to clean by putting in the dishwaasher. Just want to have a second one for when he *hides* the toy and I have to scoot out of the house quick. lol. So waiting for a restock.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars
By MariaTheTreatLady on Jan 2, 2025
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Wouldn't buy it again!

This toy lasts longer than a regular Kong but is not really that tough. My Pitty chewed half off when enjoying his frozen peanut butter. It is also very hard to

This toy lasts longer than a regular Kong but is not really that tough. My Pitty chewed half off when enjoying his frozen peanut butter. It is also very hard to clean and fill. Only good thing: dishwasher safe (top rack).

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By Andrea on Oct 19, 2024

This'll keep a dog busy for a while!

Squirrel Dude is a reasonably durable rubber toy with a hollow core in which treats can be inserted. I realize we're supposed to call it "enrichment" when we stuff

Squirrel Dude is a reasonably durable rubber toy with a hollow core in which treats can be inserted. I realize we're supposed to call it "enrichment" when we stuff a toy with snacks and give it to our dog. Mostly, I "enrich" Cowboy's life because I have something to do and need to distract him because he wants to help me with everything. Squirrel Dude is perfect for that. I break a Pedigree Dentastix chew into three pieces, shove them into Squirrel Dude, and add a biscuit to wedge everything into place. That usually gives me about an hour to work while Cowboy stays beside me (he's a dog who requires supervision) and chomps on the toy until the snacks have been freed. A Squirrel Dude usually lasts about three or four months before Cowboy manages to tear the opening, necessitating its replacement. If you have a "helpful" dog like mine who likes to participate in everything from room painting to changing watch batteries, it's well worth the investment to keep a couple Squirrel Dudes in the pantry.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars
By Galina on Sep 3, 2024

small hole and the toy stinks

the hole is very small for my dog to lick peanut butter out of. she gets bored with it quick and she can't get any treats from it because the opening is so tiny

the hole is very small for my dog to lick peanut butter out of. she gets bored with it quick and she can't get any treats from it because the opening is so tiny. Also, we had this toy for months, had it outside and washed it in the dishwasher several times and it still stinks like new rubber.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Anna on Nov 18, 2024

Love!

The girls love treat toys! This is a fave, for sure! We now have two - ha! One for each of them!

The girls love treat toys! This is a fave, for sure! We now have two - ha! One for each of them!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Julie on Nov 25, 2023

Long-lasting awesome favorite!

The toy has lasted 15 years and 3 doggos, the last is finally out of puppy stage chewing. Dents, but no damage or pieces missing. Love the ease of putting treats

The toy has lasted 15 years and 3 doggos, the last is finally out of puppy stage chewing. Dents, but no damage or pieces missing. Love the ease of putting treats in, but the fins inside help hold both small and large items. If I put a bigger milkbone type, I will break and place the knobby side in. It takes her awhile to empty, but keeps her working because small bits get broken off and falls out. After each meal, I fill her toys and hide them like Easter eggs. She loves it. This is the one that takes the longest. Two big thumbs up!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Brenda on Jan 19, 2024

70 pound dobie loves this toy!

Due to an injury my 16 month old dobie can’t play outside. I needed a toy to entertain and engage her. This is wonderful. She figured out that dropping it allows

Due to an injury my 16 month old dobie can’t play outside. I needed a toy to entertain and engage her. This is wonderful. She figured out that dropping it allows the treats to come out. She also enjoys playing with it without the treats as the irregular bounce is fun. Next time, I will get the larger size as this is the medium

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Jessica on Jan 31, 2024

excellent!

I got the medium size for my pug (23lb) and her 40lb brother. I was a bit worried it’d be too big for her but it allows her to grip it easily. It was easy to stuff,

I got the medium size for my pug (23lb) and her 40lb brother. I was a bit worried it’d be too big for her but it allows her to grip it easily. It was easy to stuff, even with a small opening, and keeps her entertained and engaged. Neither dogs are super chewers so I expect this will last a long time.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Martha on Jan 10, 2024

Awesome

My rescue girl did not grow up with toys before we got her. She has a serious diet restriction issue and so we are careful with chew toys and also with what we put

My rescue girl did not grow up with toys before we got her. She has a serious diet restriction issue and so we are careful with chew toys and also with what we put into our homemade kong fillings. The squirrel is so sturdy and really fun for her. I highly recommend the squirrel.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Stephanie on Jan 28, 2024

Well made toy

This is a heavy duty well made toy. I have a super 7 month old super chewer and it is unaffected my him. I highly recommend it for entertainment , good benefit

This is a heavy duty well made toy. I have a super 7 month old super chewer and it is unaffected my him. I highly recommend it for entertainment , good benefit for the price!!