Style Points: What's Your Dog's Chewing Style? Why Does it Matter?
Selecting the KONG Rubber Formula that best suits your dog’s chewing style is just as critical to make sure he or she has the safest—and most fun—expe…
Choosing the Right KONG®
KONG Rubber Colors and Strengths Did you know that the color of a rubber KONG toy signals its durability and the life stage or chewing style it’s best…
Are KONG Dog Toys Indestructible?
Legends of the indestructible KONG toy bounce around dog parks and social media like, well, a bouncy KONG. And while we’re flattered about the buzz, t…
KONG® Stuffing Basics – With The Honest Kitchen®
A lot of people recognize the red rubber KONG® Classic as a play toy, but did you know stuffing a KONG provides dogs with multitude means of enrichmen…
FAQ
About KONG Who makes KONG toys? KONG toys are made by The KONG Company, founded in Colorado in 1976. What started as one rubber chew toy designed by a garage mechanic for his dog has grown into one...
2024 Holiday Gift Guide for Dogs and Dog Lovers
At KONG®, we believe there is something special for every dog and dog-loving human! So, whether you’re looking for a great stocking stuffer, a toy tha…
Outdoor Toys Your Dog Will Love
“What do you mean I can’t take Marvin Moose outside with me?” your dog asks. Or at least that's what you imagine they’re trying to ask you with those …
The Best Toys for Pets Based on Their Zodiac Sign
Before we dive in, you’ll need to determine your pet’s zodiac sign based on their birthdate. Don’t know their actual birthday? No problem! Use their G…
Paws and Brackets: The Dog Mascots of March
The big tournament is approaching and is packed with big-time basketball energy. But let’s be honest, some of the real stars of the tournament aren’t …
KONG & the Myth of Indestructibility
“You’ve got to get your dog a KONG. They’re indestructible!”You’ve heard it. We’ve heard it. It’s simply not true.While we’re flattered when people si…
February Dog “Love Languages”
Dogs may not write love letters, but they absolutely have love languages. The secret? When you understand how your dog feels loved, you can choose toy…
Naughty Dogs Are Bored Dogs
Is your dog misbehaving or just bored? Barking, chewing, digging, and attention-seeking are all symptoms of a dog that has nothing to do. Redirecting…
KONG in a Shelter
There can be more to this enrichment than just a basic toy. Many types of KONG toys can be used in different ways in an animal shelter. Dogs in a shelt…
How to Keep Your Dog Enriched During the Holiday Chaos
The holidays can be truly magical, with the twinkling lights, fresh-baked cookies, and the sound of your dog gleefully shredding wrapping paper like i…
Give Your Puppy a Smart Start with KONG
A brand-new puppy is one of the greatest joys in life. Between their fluffy fur, puppy breath and kisses it’s hard not to fall in love. But soon those…
New Puppy Tips
Congratulations! The addition of a new furry family member can add so much joy to your life, but it comes with some learning and training for both you…
How To Calm Dogs With KONG
Dogs have natural instincts to chew, lick, and scavenge. Whether it's a toy, your favorite slippers, or the legs of your coffee table, chewing, lickin…
Obsessed With the Ball: The Dog Owner's Guide to Surviving Soccer Season
You turn around, and the soccer ball you just pumped up this morning is flat. Sitting next to it, looking up at you with the purest expression of sati…
KONG Solutions - How to use KONG to Help Solve Unfavorable Dog Behaviors
KONGs aren’t just a dog toy, they can also be used as a tool to help eliminate certain unfavorable dog behaviors as well. Even though dogs have since …
5 Toys for Slow Feeding Your Dog
HOW SLOW FEEDING HELPS WEIGHT LOSS Slow feeding is exactly what it sounds like: slowing down the speed at which your dog eats their food. Simple, ri…
Introducing Cats to Kitty KONG®
Kitty KONG, made from our durable rubber formula, is more than just an entertaining toy—it’s a tool that sparks play and provides an outlet for cats’ …
Four-Legged Heroes: Pet Blood Banks and the Battle for Awareness
“People hear the words ‘blood bank’ or ‘blood transfusion’ for the first time when their pet is sick, but not often before that moment. Everyone knows…
KONG Tips for Training Your Dog at Home
Now that you are home with your dog more, you can practice some things to improve the quality of life for you, your family and your dog. FIRST AND FOR…
Dating With Dogs Series: 10 Dog-Friendly Date Ideas
Dating with dogs can be easy, inexpensive, and adventurous! The hard part is showing up and getting to know the other person. It can be nerve-wracking…
New Dog Checklist
Congratulations! Your life is about to get a zillion times better with the addition of a wiggly, waggly bundle of furry love! Before you bring your ad…
Understanding and Meeting Your Pet's Specific Enrichment Needs
Enrichment is a pretty “buzzy” word in the pet world, but what exactly does it mean for your pet? The fact is, many of the things you do with your p…
Keeping Dogs and Cats Safe During Fireworks, Thunderstorms, and Other Loud Noises
For best results, start working with your pet ahead of time to help desensitize and countercondition them for these specific events and loud noises. D…
Living With Pets in Small Spaces
We recently downsized from a 1200-square-foot apartment to live in a tiny house of about 250 square feet. It was a big change for our family of two hu…
