Pet Sitting and Travel Tip: The Kong Is King

 

Flickr Photo Credit: James Khoo

Having extra treats on hand is always helpful when pets are going through any sort of transition. So are special toys and things to “work” at while they are processing. The perfect combination? Pet kongs.

These hollow, hydrant-shaped toys and treat holders are the perfect solution to keeping your dog entertained and appeased during travel, doctor visits, chaotic family events and caregiver transitions.

Many recipes and ideas for kong stuffing are available online, including:

• http://users.eastlink.ca/~joansinden/kong_recipes.PDF
  A free online pdf with several kong stuffing recipes.
• http://westwoodanimalhospital.com/BhvArticles/kong_stuffing.htm
  Some doctor recommended kong ideas.
• http://www.mywoofgang.com/handouts/KongStuffingRecipes.pdf
  Another kong stuffing pdf.