How To Stuff A Kong Like A Pro (2024)

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How To Stuff A Kong Like A Pro? ›

Mix plain yogurt with plain oatmeal to a very stiff paste. Smear entire interior of KONG

Kongs can be stuffed with anything that is safe for your dog to eat. (Never feed chocolate, onions, grapes, raisins or spicy foods.) Just plug the small hole with a chewy treat or peanut butter, flip the Kong over, and stuff!

You can stuff a KONG with anything that is safe for your dog to eat. Peanut butter, yogurt, canned pumpkin and fruit are a few favorites. Using a variety of different foods keeps the challenge interesting. For easy, fast stuffing use KONG treats.

Add liquid for freezing! You can use water or dog-safe broths. Sometimes we add a little peanut butter to some hot water to make a slurry or a little unsweetened applesauce. The world is your oyster; just make sure it's nontoxic, and fill the stuffed KONG to the brim.

Cram a small piece of dog biscuit (or freeze-dried liver) into the small hole of the Kong. Smear a little honey (or Kong Stuff 'n product) around the inside. Fill it up with dry dog food. Then block the big hole with dog biscuits placed sideways inside.

To prevent suction, Kong toys are made with two holes. This is a precautionary measure, not an error in the design. A suction effect might be achieved with a single hole.

Yes indeed, freezing your stuffed kong makes it last exponentially longer and has the potential to keep your pup entertained for hours! It is important, though, not to jump to this step too quickly!

Choose wheat, white or whatever leftover bread you have at home. Push the bread deep into the bottom of the toy. If needed, use the end of a butter knife to squish the bread slice tightly inside. Doing so makes the Kong last longer.

So, are they safe? Yes, they are. The rubber used is non-toxic and it's tailored to your dog's age and how much he or she chews.

We whole heartedly recommend the use of stuffed Kongs. If you decide that a stuffed Kong should become part of your dog's daily routine. It is important to be consistent with them. Studies have shown that if a dog becomes used to a treat, such as a stuffed Kong, and then the treat stops happening.

Why put a Kong in the freezer? ›

The Benefits of a Frozen Kong

When the food inside the Kong is frozen, it takes longer for your dog to get it all out, which provides them a greater opportunity for problem solving , mental exercise, and using their mouths in the physical way that so many dogs need.

We put our stuffed Kongs in the freezer. Frozen peanut butter takes longer for the dogs to get out, so it keeps them occupied for longer.

Measure out a portion of your dog's kibble rations. Depending on the size of the Kong, I like to use between ¼ -1/2 cup. Pour the kibble into a large bowl or container. Pour water over the kibble, completely submerging it.

I'll use peanut butter as the stuffing example, but you can put almost anything your dog likes in the Kong. Some ideas include cream cheese, canned pumpkin, leftover mashed potatoes, plain yogurt, ricotta cheese, cottage cheese—pretty much anything that's gooey.

Time: 5 minutes Materials: Peanut Butter (or Pumpkin Puree), Cardboard Toilet Paper Roll, butter knife, Meant for: Dogs Pro Tip: Put dog treats inside the kong to add a little extra yummy for your pet! Notice: If cardboard is ingested, monitor to be safe but not a cause for worry, they will poop it out naturally.

First, put a dab of peanut butter at the bottom of the KONG to seal the small hole. Then turn the KONG upside down and place it in a cup. Stuff the KONG with kibble, canned food, cottage cheese, mashed potatoes, banana or anything else you like.

Straw Trick to Prevent the "Vacuum Effect"

Insert a straw through the Kong's holes before stuffing, removing it after the Kong is full. This creates an air passage, making it easier for your dog to get the treats out and prevents suction.

Scoop the softened kibble into a Kong, tapping it down after every few spoonfuls. If desired, dollop in a spoonful of peanut butter, cream cheese or wet dog food into the opening of the Kong, sealing in the wet kibble. Put the Kong into a zip-top bag and put into the freezer. Serve frozen.

It shouldn't take your dog long to get all of the treats out by rolling the Kong around. But it will also start to teach them the required techniques when using a stuffed Kong such as dropping the Kong, chewing the outside and licking the inside.