Great & Small
Great & Small Fortress X-Ape Dog Toy - Tough Rubber Chew
Great & Small Fortress X-Ape Tough Dog Toy
Most tough dog toys look strong on the outside. The Fortress X-Ape is built strong on the inside. With three reinforced mesh layers, triple-stitched seams, and a unique X-shape that gives dogs multiple limbs to grab, tug, and shake at once, this is the plush toy engineered to resist your dog's teeth — not just survive them. If your dog gets through toys in days, this one's designed to go further.
Best for:
Large dogs who love to grip, carry, and shake their toys, power players who destroy standard plush toys quickly, smaller dogs who enjoy pinning down a big toy, and owners who want a quieter play option without a squeaker.
Benefits:
- Three Reinforced Mesh Layers – Three layers of strong mesh fabric run through the toy, built to absorb biting, tugging, and shaking far better than a single-layer plush
- Unique X-Shape – Distinctive X-shaped design with mischievous monkey features, giving dogs multiple limbs to grab, tug, and shake at once
- Triple-Stitched Seams – Edges are triple-stitched with black trim, reinforcing the toy's weakest points against repeated tugging and pulling
- Dense Clumped Stuffing – Tightly packed stuffing holds its shape, is easy to restuff, and is far less likely to pull loose or get caught in your dog's teeth
- Huge Size – Perfect for satisfying a large dog's instinct to grip and carry; smaller dogs will love pinning it down
- Bold Colours – Bright, big, and bold — designed to catch your dog's eye and hold their interest
- No Squeaker – Rigid and fully stuffed with no inner squeaker — perfect for quieter play sessions
Specifications:
- Toy type: Reinforced plush toy, no squeaker
- Character: X-Ape (monkey)
- Dimensions: Approx 30 x 30 x 12cm
- Range: Fortress by Great & Small (sizes from 28cm to 58cm)
- Construction: Triple-stitched seams, 3 reinforced mesh layers, dense clumped stuffing
- Brand: Great & Small
FAQs:
Is this truly indestructible? No toy is truly indestructible, but the Fortress X-Ape is engineered to last significantly longer than standard plush toys. The three internal mesh layers and triple-stitched seams are designed to withstand serious play. Great & Small are so confident in the Fortress range, they back it with a satisfaction guarantee. Always supervise your dog and replace the toy if it shows significant wear.
What makes the X-shape special? The X-shape gives dogs multiple limbs to grab, tug, and shake simultaneously — making it far more engaging than a standard plush toy and satisfying a wider range of natural play behaviours.
Why no squeaker? The Fortress X-Ape is fully stuffed with no inner squeaker, making it a great option for quieter play — ideal if you want your dog entertained without the noise.
Is it suitable for smaller dogs? Yes — while the size is designed with large dogs in mind, smaller dogs love pinning down a big toy and will enjoy the challenge.
Are there other sizes and characters in the Fortress range? Yes — the Fortress range includes toys from 28cm to 58cm across a variety of characters including the Llama XL. Check out the full range in store.
Built tough on the inside, wild on the outside — the Fortress X-Ape is the plush toy that finally keeps up with your dog.
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Delivery Times
Standard delivery: 3-5 business days at £2.99 (free over £100).
Express delivery: 1-2 business days at £5.99.
Local delivery options also available.
Shipping & Returns Policy
SHIPPING & DELIVERY
We're very excited to start offering a courier delivery service nationally within the UK for any products available to purchase online. Our delivery services are currently limited to the following parameters:
- We offer online shipping services across the UK only, and a click and collect service, which is free of charge.
- Frozen RAW food is only available as a Click and Collect service and must be collected by the following day of ordering online.
- Our fulfilment times will usually be within 24 hours of placing an order, dependent on the time the order was placed. We only fulfil orders between 10 am and 5 pm Monday to Friday.
- Next-day delivery is generally available on orders placed before 12:00pm Monday to Thursday, when inventory is in stock. Lead times will vary when inventory needs to be ordered. When this is the case, delivery is usually within 7 days.
A flat fee of £6.00 delivery cost will be added upon checkout to all orders under £50 and 5kg in weight. Purchases over £50 and under 5KG in weight will be free of charge. Supplementary charges will apply to all orders over 5kg
Once your order has left us, you’ll receive an email with confirmation that its on its way to you. If the attempt to deliver is unsuccessful and we're unable to contact you, your parcel will be returned to us, and we will process a refund.
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