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Q&A series: What are some DIY options to make homemade dogs toys?

There are many different DIY options for making homemade dog toys that can provide hours of entertainment for your furry friend. Here are a few ideas:

  1. Braided rope toy: Cut several pieces of sturdy rope to the desired length, braid them together, and knot the ends to make a durable, chewable toy.
  2. Tug toy: Cut an old t-shirt or towel into strips, braid them together, and knot the ends to make a simple tug toy.
  3. Treat-dispensing toy: Cut a small hole in a plastic water bottle, fill it with treats, and seal the top to make a treat-dispensing toy.
  4. Fleece tug toy: Cut a strip of fleece fabric and tie the ends together to make a simple, soft tug toy.
  5. DIY squeaky toy: Cut an old t-shirt or fleece fabric into a small square, put a squeaker toy inside, and tie the corners together to make a simple squeaky toy.
  6. Felt balls: Cut small circles out of felt, and then sew them together to make a soft, chewable toy.
  7. DIY Kong toy: Fill a hollow rubber toy with peanut butter, canned dog food, or a mixture of treats and kibble, and freeze it to make a long-lasting treat-dispensing toy.

When making these toys, it’s important to make sure to use safe materials and to supervise your dog while they play with the toy. Additionally, it’s important to regularly inspect the toys for wear and tear and to replace them if they become damaged or pose a safety risk.

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