Pet subscription boxes are trending in the market right now but what boxes truly live up to the hype? I have purchased pet subscription boxes in the past and while they were fun, I ended up with a bunch of toys and treats that I could not use. When I heard about the Kong Box though it got my attention.
See like many dog owners out there I use KONG products often with my dogs and recommend them to students, puppy buyers etc. My dogs love the KONG treats/chews and their toys have been fun and good quality. KONG was offering a "cancel at any time" guarantee so I figured what the heck, let's see what this newest box is all about.
The KONG Box Basics
So what exactly is a KONG Box? A KONG Box consists of hand-picked toys, chews and treats that Kong sends out either monthly or bi-monthly (a feature which I love) to your dog. Each Box consists of two toys (one training toy and one personality toy) and three treats/chews along with recipes and tips. Your first box also includes a KONG Classic (which I keep a couple on hand for each dog so I can always have one filled and ready to go!)
KONG tries to match up the best items for your dog based off of a quick questionnaire you complete when registering. When I signed up my sheltie Reba they first wanted to know if she was a Puppy, Adult or Senior dog. Then they asked me if she was a Small, Medium, Large or X-Large size dog. Next they wanted to find out about her chewing habits (Teething, Average, Power or Aging chewer.) Lastly they asked if there was a special area that I could use help with for her. My options were the following: Chewing, Digging & Barking, Teething, Separation Anxiety, Crate Training, Weight Management, Boredom and None of the Above.
Next they asked how often I would like to receive the box: monthly or bi-monthly. I love that they have a bi-monthly option. When I had three dogs I went through toys and treats much quicker than I do now with just Miss Reba. Plus, when we add another puppy to our pack, I can sign up for the "puppy" version of the box and alternate months! There is the economic factor too.
Our Review
For Reba's preferences I put that she was an adult, average chewer, medium size (she fits into the small dog weight but KONG has some guidance about sizing on the website and I know the medium size KONG's fit her better) and that she could use some help with boredom as she has been a bit lonely since Nina's passing.
As soon as I brought the KONG Box in the house Reba started bouncing up and down with excitement. Perhaps it was the keen sense of smell picking up on something or the excitement she was feeding off me but she knew that box and contents belonged to her! When I put it on the ground she started standing on and pawing at it. Then I opened the box and the fun started.
So what was in the box? We received the following awesome items:
KONG Classic Medium - KONG Classic's rubber material helps satisfy a dogs' natural chewing instinct. They are also great for things like separation anxiety, teething, crate training and just fun entertainment. The unpredictable bounce to them make them an exciting and interactive toy. They are perfect for "stuffing" treats and food into!
KONG Goodie Bone Medium - Similar to the KONG Classic, this toy is bone shaped and has "goodie gripper holes" on the end for stuffing treats into. It makes a great food dispensing toy.
KONG Ballistic Gliderz - This durable toy is part of KONG's ballitic family. The lightweight yet durable design creates an erratic flight pattern that entices dogs. It also contains a squeaker and can even float.
KONG Stuff'N Sweet Potato Spread 5 oz - Made with human-grade ingredients this easy to squeeze tube is perfect for filling KONG toys or for training.
KONG Ziggies Chicken Large - These delicious chews were designed to be highly digestible and are perfect for stuffing into KONG toys. As an added bonus, they also help to freshen your dog's breath.
KONG Digestibles Smoky Beef 4 oz - KONG Digestible are a safer rawhide with patented holes that make them more than 90% digestible. This proprietary design speeds up hide softening and fluid absorption. The multiple holes aid in faster, more complete digestion. All with a smoky taste dogs love. As with all rawhides please monitor your dog when using these chews. Whenever I use chews of any kind with my dogs I "trade" them for something else when the chews are getting smaller for safety purposes.
Receipe & Tip Cards
Not captured on film is when Reba tried to pull a fast one on me and sneak the bag of Digestibles out of the box and hid them in her bed. Nice try girlie. I have a feeling she is already planning her sneak attack for the next box!
Conclusion
Needless to say Reba was VERY happy with the box. The Ballistic flyer has been her toy of choice for the last two days. Not only are these products my girl loves but they are things we will actually use. Reba just had a KONG with the new spread in it today. The best part, this box was also a great value. I priced these items individually on Amazon and the total at the time I wrote this review was just over $65. The KONG Box was $28! Now you do get the bonus Classic KONG in your first box, which for my size was a $10 value, but even without that it's still a good value. All delivered right to my door where I can watch my girl get excited box after box.
If you are looking for a dog subscription box, or if you are someone who frequently uses KONG products, this is one box you will want to look at. As a dog trainer and dog sports competitor I have seen the value of KONG products. As a dog lover, I appreciate having good quality products to provide my dogs with.
As always, please monitor your dog when they are playing with their toys to make sure the "fit" and toy type are appropriate for them.
If you are interested in learning more about KONG Box or would like to subscribe you can click here to go to their website.
If you are interested in finding out more about the individual items included in the box you can click on the corresponding pictures below.
Stay tuned for the next box!
