Stuffed KONG toy with dog-safe enrichment fillings and treats

How To Fill A KONG Toy: 25 Easy KONG Filling Ideas Dogs Love

How To Fill A KONG Toy: 25 Easy KONG Filling Ideas Dogs Love

KONG toys are one of the best enrichment tools available for dogs. Whether you have a puppy, an active adult dog or a powerful chewer, stuffing a KONG toy can provide mental stimulation, reduce boredom and encourage positive chewing behaviours.

Many dog owners know they should fill a KONG toy but aren't sure what ingredients are safe or which combinations work best.

This guide covers 25 easy KONG filling ideas, frozen KONG recipes and enrichment tips to help keep your dog entertained.

Explore our KONG Dog Toys Australia Collection and KONG Bundles Collection for more enrichment solutions.


Why Fill A KONG Toy?

  • Provides mental stimulation
  • Reduces boredom
  • Supports crate training
  • Encourages positive chewing
  • Can help with separation anxiety
  • Creates longer-lasting enrichment
  • Slows down fast eaters

Basic KONG Fillers

  1. Dry kibble
  2. Wet dog food
  3. KONG Easy Treat
  4. Training treats
  5. Freeze-dried dog treats

25 KONG Filling Ideas Dogs Love

  1. Peanut butter and kibble
  2. Pumpkin puree
  3. Greek yoghurt
  4. Wet dog food
  5. KONG Easy Treat
  6. Chicken and rice
  7. Turkey and pumpkin
  8. Sardines in springwater
  9. Blueberries and yoghurt
  10. Apple pieces
  11. Banana mash
  12. Carrot sticks
  13. Sweet potato mash
  14. Freeze-dried treats
  15. Air-dried dog food
  16. Kibble mixed with yoghurt
  17. Dog-safe bone broth
  18. Cottage cheese
  19. Cooked chicken breast
  20. Cooked beef mince
  21. Salmon pieces
  22. Pumpkin and peanut butter
  23. Yoghurt and blueberries
  24. Mixed training treats
  25. KONG Easy Treat and kibble

Best Frozen KONG Recipes

Recipe 1: Peanut Butter KONG

  • Kibble
  • Dog-safe peanut butter
  • Freeze overnight

Recipe 2: Pumpkin Delight

  • Pumpkin puree
  • Training treats
  • Freeze overnight

Recipe 3: Yoghurt & Blueberry KONG

  • Greek yoghurt
  • Blueberries
  • Freeze overnight

Best KONG Fillings For Puppies

Puppies require softer ingredients and smaller portions.

  • Puppy kibble
  • Pumpkin puree
  • Greek yoghurt
  • KONG Easy Treat
  • Small training treats

For new puppy owners we recommend the KONG Puppy Toy Bundle With Goodie Bone, Plush & Easy Treat.


Best KONG Toys For Stuffing

  • KONG Classic Large Dog Toy
  • KONG Extreme Large Dog Toy
  • KONG Dog Extreme XLarge Toughest Chewers

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best thing to put in a KONG toy?

Kibble, wet food, pumpkin puree, Greek yoghurt and dog-safe peanut butter are popular choices.

Can I freeze a KONG toy?

Yes. Freezing stuffed KONG toys creates longer-lasting enrichment.

How long should a stuffed KONG last?

Depending on the filling and your dog, a stuffed KONG can last from a few minutes to over an hour.

What can puppies have in a KONG?

Puppy kibble, puppy-safe treats, yoghurt and pumpkin puree are popular options.

Can KONG toys help reduce boredom?

Yes. Food-based enrichment is one of the most effective ways to keep dogs mentally stimulated.


Shop KONG Toys Australia

Whether you're preparing frozen KONG recipes, enrichment activities or training rewards, KONG toys remain one of the best tools available for keeping dogs entertained.

  • KONG Dog Toys Australia Collection
  • KONG Bundles Collection
  • KONG Puppy Collection
  • KONG Classic Large Dog Toy
  • KONG Extreme Large Dog Toy
  • KONG Dog Extreme XLarge Toughest Chewers
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