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Are KONG Toys Good For Dogs?

Written by: Deanna deBara

February 14, 2019

You want to keep your dog stocked in plenty of toys. Toys that will have them running off all their excess energy, toys that will keep them entertained while you’re away, and toys that are just plain fun for your pooch.

But you also want to make sure that those toys are actually good for your pup. It doesn’t matter how much energy it helps work off, how entertaining it is, or how much fun your dog has with it. If a toy is dangerous, unhealthy, or all-around not good for your pup, it’s not something you want to add to your toy collection.

KONG toys are one of the most popular dog toys on the market. There are plenty of pups (and their owners!) out there who swear by them.

But it doesn’t matter if they’re popular—it matters if they’re safe. So, what’s the deal? Are KONG toys good for dogs?

What Are KONG Toys?

Kong dog Toy

Before we answer the question “are KONG toys good for dogs?” let’s quickly cover what, exactly, KONG toys are.

KONG toys are rubber toys that are in a shape reminiscent of a snowman. But these toys are more than just rubber chews. The center of KONG toys is hollow. The hollow center allows you to stuff the KONG toy with food (like treats or peanut butter).

When the KONG toy is stuffed with food, it’s almost like two toys in one. The rubber acts a chew toy. But your pup has to figure out how to get to the food in the center—which also qualifies the KONG as a puzzle toy.

KONG toys come in four sizes—KONG puppy, KONG senior, KONG classic, and KONG extreme. The KONG puppy is made from the softest rubber that’s ideal for puppy teeth and gums. KONG senior is made from soft rubber (although not as soft as the KONG puppy) that’s good for aging chewers. Made from a durable rubber, KONG classic is the best fit for most adult dogs. If your dog takes chewing to the extreme, the KONG extreme (which was designed for—you guessed it—extreme chewers) is the best toy to withstand their epic chompers.

Are KONG Toys Good For Dogs?

Classic Kong

So, now that you know what KONG toys are, let’s answer the million dollar question—are KONG toys good for dogs?

And the answer is—yes!

KONG toys are a great fit for pups. They’re made from non-toxic rubber, they provide hours of chewing and treat-finding entertainment, and they’re dishwasher safe—so when it’s time to clean out all the slobber and treat residue, all you have to do is pop them in the dishwasher. (Just make sure to wash them in the top rack.)

If Your Dog Loves KONG, They’ll Love These Toys Too

KONG toys are great. But it doesn’t matter how great a toy is—eventually, your pup is going to want to mix things up and play with something different! If your dog is head over heels for KONG toys, Super Chewer Dog Toys will definitely get their tail wagging.

Like KONG toys, Super Chewer Dog Toys are super durable and can withstand even the most extreme of chompers. And, like KONG toys, many Super Chewer Dog Toys allow you to stuff the center with treats—giving your dog a delicious puzzle that will keep them entertained for hours.

And if your pup isn’t too keen on the super-durable rubber toy experience, Super Chewer Dog Toys have you covered! For example, Nylon toys like Bacon Benebones or the Bark Benebone Pretzel are basically impregnable, really tasty, and really good at cleaning your dog’s tough teeth.

Keep Your Dog’s Chompers Occupied With The Super Chewer BarkBox

Pup with Super Chewer Bark Box

If you’ve got a dog that loves to chew, you want to keep them stocked with plenty of toys (not to mention treats and chews) to keep those chompers occupied. And the best way to do that? A subscription to Super Chewer BarkBox.

With the Super Chewer BarkBox, you’ll get two toys, two bags of treats, and two chews—all of which are carefully curated with super chewers in mind.

Featured image via KongCompany Dot Com

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Written by: Deanna deBara

February 14, 2019

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