5 Fun KONG Recipes for Your Dog!
, by Michael van Wassem, 3 min reading time
A KONG is a fantastic tool for entertaining your dog, preventing boredom, and even supporting training. By filling the KONG with tasty ingredients, you create a challenging and rewarding snack for your four-legged friend. Here are 5 delicious KONG recipes your dog is sure to love!
1. Classic Peanut Butter Surprise
Perfect for dogs who love peanut butter! What do you need?
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1 tablespoon peanut butter (without xylitol)
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1 banana, mashed
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A handful of apple chunks or pieces
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Optional: a little Greek yogurt
Preparation:
Mix the mashed banana with peanut butter and fill the KONG with it. Add a few chunks or pieces of apple for extra crunch. Want to make it more challenging? Freeze the filled KONG for an extra-long playtime!
2. Summer Refreshment
Perfect for hot days! What do you need?
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Low-fat yogurt or water
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Pieces of watermelon or blueberries
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A little ground linseed or chia seed for extra fiber
Preparation:
Fill the KONG with the fruit pieces and add yogurt or water. Place the KONG in the freezer and serve it frozen to your dog for a refreshing treat on a hot day.
3. Meat Lover Special
For dogs who love savory snacks! What do you need?
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A few pieces of cooked chicken or ground beef
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Sweet potato puree or mashed pumpkin
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A few pieces of carrot or zucchini
Preparation:
Mix the ground chicken or beef with the puree and fill the KONG with it. Add the vegetable pieces and press down firmly. This is a nutritious and delicious snack for dogs who love savory flavors.
4. Cheese & Chunks Nibble Mix
Delicious and crunchy! What do you need?
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1 tablespoon cottage cheese or low-fat cream cheese
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A few pieces
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Some pieces of cucumber or apple
Preparation:
Mix the cottage cheese with the chunks and pieces of fruit or vegetable. Fill the KONG and serve immediately or freeze it for an extra challenge. This recipe combines creaminess with a delicious bite!
5. Fish fantasy
For dogs who love fish! What do you need?
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1 can of tuna in water (drained)
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1 tablespoon low-fat cottage cheese
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Some cooked rice or sweet potato puree
Preparation:
Mix the tuna with the cottage cheese and rice or mashed potatoes. Fill the KONG with it and serve immediately or freeze for longer playtime. This recipe is packed with protein and healthy fats!
Tip: Make the KONG even more challenging!
Want your dog to enjoy his treat longer? Freeze the filled KONG before giving it to him. This provides extra chewing pleasure and keeps him cool on hot days.
These 5 delicious KONG recipes will keep your dog entertained and healthy! Which one will you try first? Let us know in the comments! Don't have a KONG yet? Order the world-famous KONG toys here.
