Review: The Invincible Gecko Dog Toy from Nip and Bones!

Cosmo waits patiently for his chance to test out a new squeaky
toy from the Baby Patches Tester Program at Nip and Bones

Long live the squeaker! There's nothing more fun than a brand new squeaker toy for your dog, especially if it can withstand sharp doggie teeth and hours of rigorous play. And if you're looking for a squeaker toy that will last, the Gecko Dog Toy at Nip and Bones may be the perfect choice for your pup!

As a member of the Baby Patches Tester Team, Cosmo got the chance to take the Gecko for a test run. Take a look below at Cosmo's honest review of the Gecko, but first a few product details.

What we're testing

• The Invincibles Gecko Dog Toy in a size small  -- 13" x 8" with two squeakers. It also comes in large - 17" x 8" with four squeakers.

What makes it special

• It's non-stuffed and made with squeakers that last, even after being punctured. In addition to the squeaker, a rattle in the tail makes this toy sound extra exciting. 

Options

Cosmo gives the Gecko a good tug!

• Order the Small with two squeakers or the Large with four squeakers. Both come in orange or blue. 

Who makes it?

• Kyjen

How much is it?

• $10 for the small and $12 for the large at Nip and Bones

Cosmo's test run

Worthy of a good game of tug or session of toss and fetch, the Gecko provided Cosmo with loads of fun.

After a couple of weeks of play, the Gecko has held up beautifully, with plenty of squeak and rattle power for months to come. Just listen... !

As a member of the Baby Patches Tester Team, we received the Gecko toy free of charge. We were not paid for our review, and our opinions, squeaks and shakes are authentically our own. 

Best of BlogPaws West

Cosmo and I spent last weekend in Denver at the pet bloggers conference BlogPaws West,  and we had a blast meeting fellow bloggers, hobnobbing with sponsors, listening to inspiring speakers and eating our way through the weekend (at least Cosmo did!) Here's a look at our favorite moments from BlogPaws.

The Grand Hyatt Denver made us feel right at home and they treated Cosmo like the king he thinks he is, with an abundance of belly rubs and  a new treat or toy every time we returned to our comfy room! Thank you Grand Hyatt!

We got to see our old pal Neil Brogan, who generously let Cosmo root around in his bag 'o swag, filled with irresistible treats and toys.

Neil, who pens the wildly popular Life With Dogs blog, was one of 10 bloggers sponsored by Pedigree at BlogPaws West. We were honored to be one of the Pedigree bloggers too and participated in the Write a Post, Help a Dog campaign, which continues through Sept. 19.

Cosmo got lots of playtime with his pal Laura Zickus, mom to his BFF @Perrythebirman! Chica Boom! The swag provided hours of tugging and playing fun including the giant plush gator from Kyjen.

Cosmo and his new pal Dexter, dog to Carol Bryant at Fido Friendly posed solemnly in front of the interactive piece of art -- "Hand to Hand, Paw to Paw" -- created by BZTAT live at BlogPaws!  During the conference, each BlogPaws attendee penned their own thoughts and ideas that were incorporated into the artwork.

Cosmo might not enjoy the party hat he so graciously tolerated, but the doggie birthday cake presented to him by BlogPaws co-founder Caroline Golon, right, more than made up for the humiliation. Thanks to Brett Chisholm of Houston Dog Blog for sending us this photo and for the camera tips!

Cosmo thoroughly enjoyed eating his way through his eighth birthday at BlogPaws. I was a bit worried he'd be over the weight limit for the plane ride home, but it all worked out! Thanks to Boris Kitty for sending us this photo, and thanks to everyone for spoiling this little doggie more than he already is!

Inspiring sessions included this panel discussion from the Be the Change Panel of Jane Harrell, Dorian Wagner, Lynn Haigh and Jessica Vogelsang. Twelve-year-old Miah Thornton, standing, wowed the audience with her new blog, Start the Change.

In another session that inspired, Randi Price told the story about her partnership with CCI service dog Lucky.  Here, Ashley Niels and Nikki Jeske of Pettie Award winning blog I Love Rescue Animals had the chance to chat with Randi and Lucky.

We met the most amazing group of people and pets at BlogPaws! See you next year!!