Rabbit fur

Reward toys with rabbit fur are super popular with most dogs. Dogs love the smell and texture when they sink their teeth into their rabbit fur toy.

Why do dogs love real rabbit fur toys?
If you are training your dog and looking for an extra motivating reward toy, you may have heard of real rabbit fur toys. But why is it so popular among dogs – and why does it work so well in training?

Natural scent and texture
Dogs are predators by nature, and their instincts are strongly linked to smells and sensations. Real rabbit fur has a completely unique scent and texture that awakens the dog's hunting and prey drive. Unlike synthetic materials, rabbit fur provides a more realistic and exciting experience for the dog.

High value as a reward
When we train dogs, we look for rewards that truly motivate them. For many dogs, real fur toys are far more valuable than ordinary toys. This means that it can be used as an extra motivating reward in training – for example, to learn new exercises or improve precision and speed.

Perfect for tugging and motivation
Rabbit fleece ropes, tug-toys or dummies with rabbit fur are ideal for interactive rewards because they combine hunting, tugging and play training. When the dog is allowed to catch and pull something that feels like a "real" catch, it increases engagement and enjoyment in training.

Especially effective for dogs with a hunting instinct
Do you have a high-energy dog or a breed with a strong hunting or herding instinct, such as a Border Collie, Labrador or Spaniel? Then a rabbit fur toy can be the perfect tool to sharpen your dog's focus and drive. Many dog handlers in agility, obedience, IPO and hunting training swear by fur toys precisely for this reason.

Ethical and sustainable choice
Many manufacturers of rabbit fur toys use by-products from the food industry, which means nothing goes to waste. If you want a more natural approach to your dog's toys, real fur can be a more sustainable choice than plastic toys.

Variety creates motivation
Although dogs love rabbit fur, it's a good idea to use it selectively in training – for example, only for the most important rewards. This way, it remains extra exciting and valuable, so the dog is always motivated when it sees its fur toy!

At unikhund, we know how important it is to have the right toy for your training. That's why you'll always find a huge selection of dog toys with rabbit fur with us.