DIY Dog Toys Made From Common Household Items | Proud Dog Mom

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  • čas přidán 3. 06. 2024
  • We all know the importance of physical exercise for dogs. But, along with moving our dog’s body, there’s another type of exercise our pups need. It’s called mental stimulation and, just like it sounds, it literally means you’re exercising your dog’s mind. One great way to mentally stimulate your dog is to give them interactive toys. Along with store-bought puzzles made for dogs, you can also make homemade interactive dog toys using common household items! Here are some ideas.
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Komentáře • 74

  • @kemzi22
    @kemzi22 Před 7 měsíci +5

    I just tried the water bottle kibble tip and it’s a hit! Another thing that helped is the fact that we put the divider in the cage so he has to work to get anything that slides to the other side of the divider. There’s enough space underneath it for him to fit his paws and a bit of his snout. Thank you for sharing with us!
    It means a lot to have channels like yours because we rescued a puppy that ran into my husband’s workplace right after I decided that I needed an ESA. We didn’t have the means or knowledge to actually take him in, so it was a spur of a moment decision that also kinda felt meant-to-be. My husband’s coworkers bought us a kennel, bowls, and a bed to help us get started. Everyone was so worried because he was in poor shape and would most likely have been put down. We just wanted to give him a chance and it’s been so stressful that I’ve come to regret the decision lately. I even decided to take him to the shelter but found out today that there’ll be a few weeks wait before they’ll have space.
    Watching your videos helped me feel hope again. If I’ll need to stick with him for a few more weeks, I want to at least try to improve our situation and let’s see if I don’t decide to let him stay. He’s on probation and you’re really helping his case!😄😂❤❤❤

  • @porismita3060
    @porismita3060 Před rokem +2

    i have visited your channel for the first time and i really liked your content.

  • @summerladiona2715
    @summerladiona2715 Před rokem +4

    Thank you! My dog is full of energy and is hard to calm him but your video helped me make new toys for him to play with and not lose his interest. Again, thank you very much!

  • @brandywickens3350
    @brandywickens3350 Před rokem +4

    Love the busy box. I do this all the time with our pups. Good time spend with these. They love them. Bigger dogs you can use a clothes hamper.

  • @isaacmoore6330
    @isaacmoore6330 Před 2 lety +4

    Soo helpfull the first one calmed my dog just like a lick mat in thunder storms or on bonfire night😁

  • @Tichaba124
    @Tichaba124 Před 6 měsíci +2

    Great ideas! Thank you! Already tried 1st one, both dogs loved them!!!

  • @sharyngilding9525
    @sharyngilding9525 Před rokem

    I made the snuffle mat. It’s great i do a bit of quilting so just used some scraps.

  • @desahastie8237
    @desahastie8237 Před rokem +1

    Aaaaa thank you so much 🐾💖🐾

  • @abbyclay4990
    @abbyclay4990 Před 3 lety +9

    Thank you so much for the great DIY’s and ideas! I’ve seen so many amazing toys but the prices can be steep. This is so helpful and wonderful that I can jump right in with things I have at home!

  • @ritahenriques628
    @ritahenriques628 Před rokem

    Mumbai India...I'm a Volunteer for Straydogs I was looking for some cheap winter coats your video on DIY came as a surprise as I'm always fond of ♻️recycling instead of wasting money on new things as I do this for animls from my little savings. Your demonstration of simple things is intriguing .,sensible simple & very beautiful I'm subscribing to your channel for more lovely videos thanku for sharing yr gift of love for animal toys making it a real fun time

  • @tinab3505
    @tinab3505 Před rokem +1

    Wow ty for this video

  • @jessjenkins5474
    @jessjenkins5474 Před 3 lety +4

    Thank you! I love your ideas! Tomorrow I'm making a snuffle mat thanks to your DIY video ❤️

  • @conniehuynh5531
    @conniehuynh5531 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks for all these ideas! I just subscribed. I have a dog who seemed extra bored this morning, and wanted to find things around the house and this is great.

  • @AMGuen4God
    @AMGuen4God Před 2 lety +2

    Great ideas! Thanks so much for sharing and I love your energy. :)

  • @reeroy7160
    @reeroy7160 Před 2 lety +2

    This was such a fun video. I can’t wait to try some of these with my puppy!

  • @Purvisvarietyoflife
    @Purvisvarietyoflife Před 3 lety

    So many wonderful ideas, thanks so much for sharing

  • @max-zd1if
    @max-zd1if Před 2 lety +4

    I really love how straightforward your videos are but still have enough time for small talk without boring me out! Also your videos are super useful! New subscriber here

  • @konmari_121
    @konmari_121 Před 2 lety

    These are so simple and smart!!

  • @eleciapearson5284
    @eleciapearson5284 Před rokem

    Amazing thanks for sharing!!!

  • @annettegarcia789
    @annettegarcia789 Před rokem

    Thanks so much for sharing our dog always gets into things when she is bored ❤️💯

  • @chefgianna7336
    @chefgianna7336 Před 3 lety +6

    I love diy and I am getting my puppy in 8 days! This is perfect!❤️

  • @differenttakethanmost
    @differenttakethanmost Před 3 lety

    Lol- 4 dogs = 4 busy boxes Big fun 🤗. These are great-

  • @melissahumphrey2949
    @melissahumphrey2949 Před 3 lety +2

    Thank you for great ideas!

  • @angelprincess12345
    @angelprincess12345 Před 3 lety

    great ideas !

  • @AnaamSings
    @AnaamSings Před 2 lety +1

    I really thought she said 'happy crapping' at the end hahaha!

    • @Catmom2004
      @Catmom2004 Před měsícem +1

      That's a good wish for everyone really! haha 😄😄😄

  • @wassilarobins316
    @wassilarobins316 Před 2 lety

    Waow, this is very helpful. Very smart ideas. Thank you.

  • @j787100
    @j787100 Před 3 lety

    This is great!

  • @shanti.jupiter.pawslife

    good ideas 😍

  • @caresandcravings4654
    @caresandcravings4654 Před 2 lety

    New subbie 😍😍 gonna make the snuffle mat for my baby minpin arriving early fall ❤️😭

  • @FLrescuer
    @FLrescuer Před 3 lety +2

    Thanks! I shared on my Orlando Pet Rescue FB page, and will share with my own dog.

    • @ProudDogMom
      @ProudDogMom  Před 3 lety

      Thanks for the share and your support! I'm so happy to hear you like the DIY toy ideas!

  • @PattiFinn
    @PattiFinn Před 3 lety +19

    All good stuff. But I’d be careful leaving that cap on the water bottle.

  • @Rj88xx
    @Rj88xx Před 3 lety

    Nice ideas thank you

    • @ProudDogMom
      @ProudDogMom  Před 3 lety

      Hope your pup enjoys the homemade toys :)

  • @blockymc2419
    @blockymc2419 Před 2 lety

    your such a good dog mom! You should get more attention!!

  • @jessicastortz9138
    @jessicastortz9138 Před 2 lety

    So Agree! Every breed is different

  • @sangeetajadhav6880
    @sangeetajadhav6880 Před 9 měsíci

    Thanks it work

  • @Leo_the_SilverFoxTherian

    I think I'm going to try the treat roll! Hope this is good enough for my dog he's pretty dumb:-

  • @cocohermes3859
    @cocohermes3859 Před 3 lety +2

    My puppy is afraid of the water bottle one lol..

  • @gerriehallisy6738
    @gerriehallisy6738 Před 3 lety +2

    Thank you my doggies are going to have mental fun now

  • @jasmijnariel
    @jasmijnariel Před 10 měsíci

    My dog is so smart she figures it out easely and after 2times she fixes it in 1minute.
    For example , snuffle mat, 60pieces, even underneath it....40sec max😂

  • @-crystxlmoon
    @-crystxlmoon Před 2 lety +1

    My dog doesnt use her paws often, unless shes irritated and trying to slap it. She just sticks her nose inside everywhere and usually beats the toy.

  • @josefinamarindegarduno4813

    💕🐕🐕

  • @mrmiguel647
    @mrmiguel647 Před 3 lety +1

    I have a husky who surprisingly doesn’t like toys what so ever but almost all of these toys were a huge hit he loved them and couldn’t stop playing with them but does anyone have any suggestions on healthy treats for him scones most of these require treats and I want him to stay healthy

    • @mareetorrumbarry5155
      @mareetorrumbarry5155 Před 3 lety +1

      I have seen many of these use the dog’s kibble as the treat..feed slightly less than you would normally and the use the withheld amount as “treats”.

    • @dorisadamski171
      @dorisadamski171 Před rokem

      Veggies,fruits, dried sweet 🥔. Etc

  • @differenttakethanmost
    @differenttakethanmost Před 3 lety

    I’d tape up the sharp edges of the water bottle treat dispenser- just in case they stick their tongue in to get the treats out. (klmsCrazy4dogs 👍🏼 gotta’ keep ‘em safe 😉)

  • @PattiFinn
    @PattiFinn Před 3 lety +3

    How do you wash the snuffle mat?

    • @christielawrence445
      @christielawrence445 Před 3 lety

      Probably hand washing it is best. I wash mine with baby shampoo in the bathtub or sometimes outside with the garden hose.

    • @max-zd1if
      @max-zd1if Před 2 lety

      To make it washable for the washing machine, you can use another cloth as the base. I found other youtube videos about it

  • @dashie07e.92
    @dashie07e.92 Před 3 lety +7

    Hi, the plastic water bottle with cut in holes for treats for some dogs may not be a good idea due to the TONGUE! My dogs use their tongue to get at treats with the Kong & that toy replace with bottle. So I would recommend to remind people to watch HOW their dogs retrieve treats so they don't cut tongues!🐶💞

    • @ProudDogMom
      @ProudDogMom  Před 3 lety +2

      Thank you so much for taking the time to make this comment. It's always so important to know your dog's play-style and supervise play. My dogs also use their tongue on a traditional KONG toy, but they never do with the KONG Gyro - since it rolls and treats just fall out. So, the water bottle is a good alternative for my little guys and dogs that play like mine. But, that's exactly why I shared a disclaimer on that particular toy - because it won't fit all dog play styles. Hope you found some of the other toys on the list helpful for your pups 😊

  • @aidanangalia8868
    @aidanangalia8868 Před 3 měsíci

    My dog would eat half of these😂😂😂😂😂 and the first one he would pick up and shake 😅😅😅😅 help 😂😂

  • @donnaallgaier-lamberti3933

    Here's a CHALLENGE. PLEASE share ideas for a 70 lb. high energy Lab/Terrier that will chew a towel up, crack open a pop bottle and only wants to eat a tennis ball! Thank you!

  • @deediva6073
    @deediva6073 Před rokem

    Our big dog would chew the box

  • @Vfiz
    @Vfiz Před 3 lety +1

    My dog will eat the towel.

  • @francobambata3214
    @francobambata3214 Před 3 lety

    They need to earn it

  • @NomadLand666
    @NomadLand666 Před 2 lety

    Hey great video, thank you. I just wanted to let you know amazon boxes are sprayed with anti rodent chemicals that are very toxic.

  • @hamzaalhassani4154
    @hamzaalhassani4154 Před rokem

    i dont know if i love it or not XD but my malinois bites and destroys its way to all the treats XD like h'es not really into thinking XD

  • @maurashahar2967
    @maurashahar2967 Před 3 lety +1

    Hi there! I love your ideas. My only problem is that my little dog is already “chubby” (to say the least...) and all the toys have treats in them... I am trying to find something that she can play with, that is not triggered by food.

    • @daisydoodle127
      @daisydoodle127 Před 3 lety +5

      Can you not just put some of their regular food in the toys? i.e. if they get 1 cup of kibble per day then use 1/4 of the cup for one of these ideas/mental stimulation toys?

  • @user-kf8wg6wx6h
    @user-kf8wg6wx6h Před 3 měsíci

    Hello

  • @hannawaters3282
    @hannawaters3282 Před 2 lety

    Is your friend named Tori nah bransky

  • @bear9137
    @bear9137 Před 3 lety

    too bad my dog is the type that eats the bottle instead of rolling it