My dog won't touch it. I put some of her favorite treats inside. She tries moving it around, but she gives up when nothing comes out. Any suggestions?
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Maybe start with the lid and base in two separate pieces and put some food inside the lid and on the base so she can nose around and eat them from the lid and base so she will associate the Kong with treats/food. Then use really small treats that will fall out of the hole really easily. I took my Kong and shook it like a salt shaker in front of my dog to show him where the food was coming from and then would knock it over so food would come out. I've got hardwood floors so it rolls really easily but some dogs might like carpet so it is a little more stable.
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I put lots of treats, almost until they spill out. I demonstrated by knocking it over a time or two. Didn't take much after that.
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Yes! I customized a Kong Wobbler by drilling three more ¾" holes in the top- spacing them evenly apart. I then took some sandpaper and made sure all the edges inside and out were smooth. Worked like a charm! :)
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I sometimes put peanut butter in it along with some dog food. It helps hold the dog food in a little longer and also gets their attention.
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We used it to dispense our dogs' meals. We made sure she was hungry! Play with your pup a few times, knock the wobbler around and let her get lots of treats when she is hungry. Good luck.
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One of my dogs is afraid of it, but my younger dog loves it. I had to show her how to use it, we put her favorite food in it to keep her from eating too fast. She loves it once she figured out how to use it. We also put it on the carpet so it doesn't roll too much.
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Start with really small treats - maybe even break up those bacon flavored kind so they really smell. I have a larger dog so it is easy for him to knock it around. Hope this helps
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Thank you. My dog is large too, and she likes playing with toys and explore things. For some reason the Kong doesn't impress her.
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My dog took some getting used to it. Maybe try putting it on for short periods of time and rewarding with treats before trying to go out with it.
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Try looking up the Kyjen website for a video or direct help. I'd suggest the spiral bowl to make it easier for you to add the food (or clean up!) and still challenge your pup.
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Hi Tara. My shep/rottie mix did the same thing. However, when I place her ball between the flags, she will not approach. I only use my electronic fence to protect my garden and saplings, which my puppy loves to uproot and chew on. However, the electronic fence keeps her from doing this. Do you have the e-fence turned up to its highest power?
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Maggie figured it out pretty quick too. I still will hide the treats in the toy when I leave but just ordered and received the kong toys where you hide the treats inside, or use peanut butter. I think that will keep her occupied a little bit longer. i don't know of any other toys but will keep looking. Please let me know if you find something too!
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Well...two of mine use it as intended. One stands on her hind legs and sticks her head in the top. The other one just gives it a left upper cut and knocks it over! Perhaps that sticky stuff that's used to keep breakables on the shelves in museums would work. Other than that, or nail or glue it to the floor. Good luck...they can be devious and creative beasties when it comes to getting their kibble.
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Mine isn't available to me right now....but if I remember correctly I just grabbed the inside bottom (where pet sits)in my palm and pulled up....then it just started to collapse....hope that helps.
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If you are buying the lid with it, it may be too small. He might be able to see over the top of it a bit while sitting up but laying down theres plwnty of space. I bought mine for my dogs when I wasnt homw because they would destroy the house. My chibuahua climbed right out of it and my dachson mix with lab would jump right out. After training them to stay in, they are fine but at first they would get out of it.
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I would say about a cup of kibble. More might make it hard for it to come out when your dog rolls it around.
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JF my active, playful 7 year old Bichon-poo just went blind suddenly (SARDs) 3 days ago - would be interested to know what else you've found that your dog enjoys. Just found a treat-ball that got her "snorty" trying to get the treats out. It makes noise when it rolls while the treats are in there. PetCo had a stuffed duck that quacks when you squeeze it, and keeps squeaking for a bit of time. Made me smile to see her find it. :)
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Unfortunately, no. My dog has the same problem. It is pretty easy to clean though.
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Actually..... I just filled mine up. :) I was able to put a whole cup of dog food in mine. You could try to put more, but it has to fit in the little twist off part on the bottom. If you try to pour it in the other way it just runs out the treat holes.
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I have 3 dogs and they all loved it. Your dog could just be afraid of it. Try putting his favorite treat on it and leave it where he can get it by himself. It may take a while but the desire for the food should overcome his fear.
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I've had it for about a month now and my cat still hasn't solved it how to get all the treats out
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I gave it to my dog for about 2 months and she seemed to be a little better but now I am not giving it her she has reverted back to eating poop. It seems to be a habit that is hard to break the vet told me to put meat tenderizer in her meals but I don't think that worked either. Someone told me not to pick up and put hot chili sauce on it and when they go to eat it it taste bad and that sometimes helps. We pick up all the time but if there is one lot out there she finds it, we tell her off but she still does it. I am told it is a natural thing but I have never had a dog that did it before, so very frustrating. Sorry I haven't been much help but that's my experience. I gave it to my dog for about 2 months and she seemed to be a little better but now I am not giving it her she has reverted back to eating poop. It seems to be a habit that is hard to break the vet told me to put meat tenderizer in her meals but I don't think that worked either. Someone told me not to pick up and put hot chili sauce on it and when they go to eat it it taste bad and that sometimes helps. We pick up all the time but if there is one lot out there she finds it, we tell her off but she still does it. I am told it is a natural thing but I have never had a dog that did it before,... » Read More I gave it to my dog for about 2 months and she seemed to be a little better but now I am not giving it her she has reverted back to eating poop. It seems to be a habit that is hard to break the vet told me to put meat tenderizer in her meals but I don't think that worked either. Someone told me not to pick up and put hot chili sauce on it and when they go to eat it it taste bad and that sometimes helps. We pick up all the time but if there is one lot out there she finds it, we tell her off but she still does it. I am told it is a natural thing but I have never had a dog that did it before, so very frustrating. Sorry I haven't been much help but that's my experience. « Show Less
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Bring it in the house, leave the top open, and throw some Cheerios or other treats in there a few times over a few days and he should get used to it pretty quickly. Our dog had no problems at all. Hopped right in and figured out right away that he liked being more spoiled than he should be.
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My very small dog will occasionally pick some food out but does not knock it out. I do nott ovef rfill it. He just prefers a shallower dish rather than a deeper one.