If you ask pet owners what toy is a must have for their dog or puppy, many will respond, "The Kong". The Kong, made of long lasting and durable rubber and is built to withstand a dog's biting. Owners fill their Kong with treats in hopes
of keeping their pup or dog occupied for the hours the product claims to. However, in reality, not all dogs will be satisfied with a couple pieces of kibble or a few treats thrown inside, and will become bored once they have achieved their goal of eating these treats.
Especially with working dogs, such as a Labrador retriever, many dogs have an innate need to hunt and search. Kongs, especially when used correctly can help them meet this need. When packed a certain way, the Kong can last for an hour or more in keeping your dog occupied and happy as they are doing what they do best (and obviously, getting rewarded for it). In trying to keep my now six month old puppy occupied and away from things such as my hands or furniture, I have discovered some very useful and healthy ways to get the most out of the Kong.
The key to getting the most use out of the Kong is to stuff it in layers and then, to freeze it. Freezing it makes it last much, much longer and provides more stimulation for your dog as well as helps keep their biting and chewing healthy. You do not have to purchase the expensive fillers the Kong company markets to go along with the Kong. I have found that these do not last long, are extremely expensive, especially when trying to keep up with a puppy's biting habits and are not necessarily healthy if you read the ingredient list. You can use a variety of foods around your home with the Kong in addition to their dog food or treats. Keep in mind however that you should decrease their rations at their regular meals accordingly so as not to over feed.
Steps to making the most out of your Kong:
Use leftovers and items from your home.
Alternate layers of softer fillings with harder to eat fillings.
Pack down the Kong so they have to really work at getting the fillings out.
Especially with working dogs, such as a Labrador retriever, many dogs have an innate need to hunt and search. Kongs, especially when used correctly can help them meet this need. When packed a certain way, the Kong can last for an hour or more in keeping your dog occupied and happy as they are doing what they do best (and obviously, getting rewarded for it). In trying to keep my now six month old puppy occupied and away from things such as my hands or furniture, I have discovered some very useful and healthy ways to get the most out of the Kong.
The key to getting the most use out of the Kong is to stuff it in layers and then, to freeze it. Freezing it makes it last much, much longer and provides more stimulation for your dog as well as helps keep their biting and chewing healthy. You do not have to purchase the expensive fillers the Kong company markets to go along with the Kong. I have found that these do not last long, are extremely expensive, especially when trying to keep up with a puppy's biting habits and are not necessarily healthy if you read the ingredient list. You can use a variety of foods around your home with the Kong in addition to their dog food or treats. Keep in mind however that you should decrease their rations at their regular meals accordingly so as not to over feed.
Steps to making the most out of your Kong:
Use leftovers and items from your home.
Alternate layers of softer fillings with harder to eat fillings.
Pack down the Kong so they have to really work at getting the fillings out.
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- Alternate layers of food in the Kong
- Freezing the Kong makes it more difficult for your pup
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