KONGSenior - Dog Toy with Gentle, Natural Rubber - Durable Dog Toy for Older Dogs - Use Treats with Stuffable Chew Toy - Treat Toy for Chewing & Fetching - for Large Dogs

This is not by any means my first Kong purchase. When we got our first little rescue dog and realized that she was both very smart and had lots of energy, our first stop was to buy a Kong Classic toy. She was about a year and a half when we got her, and it was the perfect fit. The next addition to our family (just a few days ago) was a 9-week old Husky/Jack Russell mix (I know, right?) who we were determined to raise in a healthy, well-trained way. As with any puppy, he enjoys exploring and quickly discovered that baseboards, rugs and shoes were more interesting than anything else to "investigate" with his little razor teeth. I quickly jumped on Amazon and ordered the Senior Kong toy.Now you may be wondering why I chose the Senior toy instead of the Puppy Kong, also avaialble. Really it comes down to personal preference. Despite being only 9-weeks old, the husky side of our little Nico is tough, and he has already put a few holes in the softer puppy toys from various brands that we purchased. I don't think he's quite ready for the adult Kong, so we got the Senior Kong because the documentation stated it was a little tougher than the Puppy one, but not as tough as the Adult.DESIGN/BUILDMade of durable natural rubber, this toy is thick enough that puncture marks do not create weaknesses in the structure of the toy. You see, most toys are made of theoretically durable materials (rubber, hard plastic etc) but many are flawed in design, in that a puncture mark from a little dog tooth then creates a weakness in the whole toy. Suddenly there are four or five punctures, and off comes the edge of a rubber bone. The Kong is different, in that it uses its shape and thickness to counteract this. The edges of the toy are internal, meaning it is a lot harder for a dog of any size to grab one of the edges and rip - the rest of the toy is thick enough so that you don't have to worry. When clean, this toy has the natural vanilla rubber smell that is rather pleasant. As mentioned, the durability is head and shoulders above other dog toys on the market!PURPOSEUnlike other toys, the Kong is not a chew toy per se. By making the toy hollow, the Kong Company has in fact created more of a puzzle than an easy chew, so that dogs have to work smartly to get at their favorite treats. Our new pup spends almost he chews the edges sometimes, but mostly his primary goal is the goodness on the inside.THE PERFECT KONG RECIPE:We have found this to be one of the best mixes for your pup, and healthy too!- A handful of our pup's Kibble (We use Flint River Ranch for its human-grade meat content)- A few Zuke's Mini Dog Treats - his favourite little morsels!- A few frozen blueberries, although fresh will do- Top it off and seal with some organic no-sugar Peanut ButterAs you may already know, the Kong can be frozen after it has been filled for the ultimate summer snack!OVERALLIn my first review of the Kong classic I said "I wish I had a reason to buy another", simply because I appreciated the design, functionality and cost-effectiveness. With our new puppy that reason came along (with wiggles and face kisses) and we are happy to add to our Kong collection. Oh and as for the first one we bought nearly two years ago? Almost looks like new...

recently purchased the Senior Kong for my toy poodle, and I couldn't be happier with my choice! I was looking for a softer alternative to the regular Kongs, and this one fits the bill perfectly.The texture is just right for my pup, making it easier for her to chew and enjoy without straining her teeth. I use it during events when she needs to be crated, and it keeps her occupied for an impressive 45 minutes! This has been a game-changer for us, as it helps reduce her anxiety and keeps her entertained.Overall, I highly recommend the Senior Kong for anyone with a small dog or a senior pet. It's durable, easy to fill, and provides great mental stimulation. A fantastic product that has made crate time much more enjoyable for my furry friend!

Excellent, excellent, excellent. My elderly dogs have delicate teeth, if any at all and this long is the perfect texture/flexibility. Softer than the regulars Kongs but durable at the same time. Fun toy, my dogs love them. I fill them with treats or cheese, just about any food item, lunch meat, you name it. It keeps them busy and happy. Very safe, no pieces bitten off even by my younger dog who destroys everything. We use it like a ball in the house too.

The Kong looked a little weird at first—almost like it had been left in the sun too long—but it seems fine otherwise. Maybe washing it will help. That aside, I love these Kongs! I fill them with peanut butter and freeze them to keep my dog busy while I’m in meetings. She’s not a senior dog, but she enjoys the challenge and stays entertained. Definitely a great buy!

I have an elderly female Dachshund who wants to eat all the time. Figuring she might be bored, I was thinking of getting her a small red Kong toy. But then I found this softer purple one that is made for older dogs who are not big chewers and who are missing some teeth. It's perfect for her. I washed it off, put a small soft treat inside and then a bit of her prescription canned food. She loves it! She's been playing with it for quite a while now. She took it to her "lair", which is a rug she has claimed and where she takes all her toys and favorite treats. My local Petco didn't have this toy. Only on Amazon.

Our little pitty absolutely loves this toy. And she also likes when treats are put inside. Very durable she hasn’t damage or tore off any pieces. Very durable. Not too hard and has good bounce. It’s one of her favorite toys. Good value for the money.

Love this toy for my dog. Thank you.

It was to small for my dog so I returned it.