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Monday we reviewed the Kong Senior and how it held up to our 10-year-old Ernest's chewing. Today we'll take a look at the Kong Extreme...and see if it can compete with Petey's powerful puppy teeth.

We have always loved Kongs because they keep our dogs happy, busy and help alleviate boredom when they have to be home alone. Now I've discovered that there's a different Kong for every stage and need.

Classic     Puppy     Extreme     Senior

As a Chewy Influencer, I got the opportunity to test and review one Kong for each dog, to see how that particular Kong worked out for them. Monday we shared our experience with the Kong Senior for Ernest, age 10.

Today we'll take a look at powerhouse 1-year-old Petey and the Kong Extreme.

Petey loves to chew, and destroys most toys within minutes. I knew he'd need something super durable to withstand his razor sharp teeth and aggressive chewing. Was the Kong Extreme the answer?

I stuffed the Kong with Kong Easy Treat and a couple crunchy treats. Petey jumped excitedly, and then got right to playing.



The Kong Extreme is made of the most durable rubber for determined chewers. And Petey was determined! After multiple uses, the Kong Extreme has actually held up to Petey's roughness. He has not managed to destroy it in the least despite plenty of enthusiastic play. We recommend Kong Extreme for all your power chewers.


Here is a chart to help you decide which Kong is best for your dog.

*Full Disclosure: we were provided with one Kong Senior and one Kong Extreme in exchange for our honest review. This in no way influenced my opinions. Opinions expressed here are 100% my own.

We've had dogs of all ages--seniors, puppies and in between--and our go-to toy has always been the Kong. It keeps them busy and helps alleviate boredom when they have to be home alone. Now I've discovered that there's a different Kong for every stage and need!

Classic     Puppy     Extreme     Senior

As a Chewy Influencer, I got the opportunity to test and review one Kong for each dog, to see how that particular Kong worked out for them. Ernest is 10, and pretty mellow. He's facing a lot of challenges of older dogs. So we chose the senior Kong for him. At one year old Petey is still basically a puppy, but he is rough on his toys and chews everything in sight, so we chose the Extreme Kong for him.

Today we'll take a look at Ernest and the Kong Senior.

 Ernest may be a senior, but he can chew his toys with gusto. I was a little worried that the senior version, made with a rubber formula that is gentler to again teeth and joints, wouldn't hold up. When I received it I was pleased that it still felt sturdy and durable.

I stuffed the Kong with Kong Easy Treat because...well, because I'm lazy and it's the most convenient thing to squirt inside the toy. I added a couple crunchy treats.
Ernest was excited to get to playing!



After multiple uses, the Kong Senior has absolutely no damage or chunks missing. I feel confident giving it to Ernest for play time. And Ernest absolutely loves it! We recommend Kong Senior for all your older dogs.

Check back Wednesday to see our review of Kong Extreme!

Here is a chart to help you decide which Kong is best for your dog.

*Full Disclosure: we were provided with a Kong Senior and a Kong Extreme in exchange for our honest review. This in no way influenced my opinions. Opinions expressed here are 100% my own.

Let's see, Petey's at the door. What has he come home with?


  Seresto...seresto....seresto...


Petey! Not the garden!


Seresto...seresto...seresto  

 Oh, Petey!

Yup, Petey's digging up flowers and bringing home who-knows-what again! Whatever Petey brings home with him, though, it shouldn't be fleas and ticks, right? So we tried out this Seresto collar from Chewy.com. All we had to do was put it on once, and it provides eight months of flea and tick protection. That's great, because we were always forgetting to apply our dog's topical treatment every month. If we missed just once, that's all it took to get those pesky bugs biting. We love that we can put this collar on the dogs and know they'll be protected month after month.

My dogs have had Lyme disease before and I haven't found alternate methods of tick control that have worked for me. Seresto is a good choice for those who opt to use a chemical treatment because the ingredients are released slowly in low concentrations from the collar to the dog. Active ingredients are Flumethrin and Imidacloprid. Best of all we've had no problem with fleas and ticks that cause discomfort and spread disease to our dogs.

So whenever Petey plays in the back yard or at the park, I know he may be naughty and come home with a few things he shouldn't...but he won't be coming home with fleas and ticks.


Seresto...seresto....seresto 


OH Petey! Not the neighbor's bikini!



Full Disclosure: We are #ChewyInfluencers. We were provided one Seresto collar in exchange for our honest review. This in now way influenced our decision. Opinions here are 100% my own.

Dr. Ike is in.

Hi, Dr. Ike here to tell you about a new service offered by Chewy.com. Did you know that there is a new way to get those all-important medications you need to put the wag back in your tail? It's Chewy Pharmacy. As #ChewyInfluencers, we got to try it out. And it's so easy! Any questions?

Q- What medications are available through Chewy Pharmacy?
 
Ike: If you can bark it, they probably have it. There are hundreds of medications--heartworm medication, flea and tick treatments, pain medication, allergy relief, ear and eye care, wound treatment, and medication for many other health conditions. We ordered Interceptor heartworm treatment for Ernest and Petey.

Q- How do I order?

Chewy Pharmacy rocks!

 Ike: First, go to Chewy Pharmacy and fill out a brief profile for your pet. We entered Ernest and Petey's names, breeds, ages and weights, and our veterinarian's name and phone number. Then we found the medication we needed and added it to our cart.


Q- Do I need a prescription?

Ike: Yes you still need a prescription for your medication. You can either mail it to Chewy, or have Chewy contact your veterinarian for you.

Q- How long will I have to wait?

Mail call!!

 Ike: Our order was processed the same day, and shipped by Fed Ex the next day. We received it just 4 days after we ordered.
 
Q- Are there any downsides?

Ike: The only negative we saw was that the bubble envelope didn't fully protect the box of medication we ordered, and the blister packs were smooshed. However the medication remained intact, and it didn't effect their quality at all.

A little smooshed in the envelope, but the tablets were not damaged.

So there you have it, from Dr. Ike. Chewy Pharmacy is a great option for your pets' health care needs. Best of all, order their medication along with their food (and Ernest and Petey suggest adding a few treats and a toy or two!) and have it delivered right to your doorstep.

Have you tried Chewy Pharmacy? Do you have any more questions for Dr. Ike?

FULL DISCLOSURE: As Chewy Influencers, we were provided with one 6-pack of Interceptor chewables through Chewy Pharmacy in exchange for our honest review. This in no way influenced our review. Opinions expressed here are 100% my own.

We review a lot of dog toys here, and occasionally a cat toy or two. But this BIRD TOY from Chewy.com was so adorable, we couldn't resist giving it a look. We don't have a bird to try this out at the moment, but based on our research about what birds like, the Super Bird Creations Foraging Bird toy is bright, interesting and definitely looks fun for birds!


Look at all those colors. Unlike dogs, birds see colors well. And the different shapes and textures and challenging and stimulating for birds. The wicker basket is filled with a beak-tastic variety of popsicle sticks, ice cream spoons, mini loofahs and more. Birds like to pluck, rip, tear, and chew these things apart. You can also hide treat inside to encourage foraging behavior and eliminate boredom.


The Super Bird Creations toy:
chewable
challenging
bird-safe
 This looks like a wonderful toy to help keep your pet bird mentally stimulated and having fun. What do you think? Does this look like a fun bird toy? If you have a bird, do you think he/she would enjoy this toy? What part of this toy do you think would be his or her favorite? What kind of treats could you hide inside for foraging?

*Full Disclosure:
We were provided with one Super Bird Creations Foraging Toy in exchange for our honest review. The opinions expressed here are 100% my own.





 

A Dialogue in Which Ernest and Petey receive a Delivery

Scene: The doorbell rings. A package arrives from Chewy.com.  Since we're Chewy Influencers, Ernest and Petey know there is something exciting and usually delicious inside that box.

They proceed to jump and dig their toenails into my bare feet as I open the box.



 Ernest: What is this green thing Chewy mailed us? It doesn't smell like food.

Petey: Nope. I licked it. Yuck.

Ernest: Mom's unzipping it. It looks like a carrier of some sort. But I'll never fit in there. Why don't you try it, Petey? You're younger and smaller.

Petey: I'm not going to try it, it's not even big enough for that cat next door. You're always trying to get me in trouble. I'm telling Mom.



Ernest: Never mind. So it appears that this is the Kaytee Come Along Pet Carrier. It comes in three sizes: one is small enough for rats. The medium is for a guinea pig. And what's in this large one here? Look at the way the door flap zips right open. Hey, those are bunnies in there!



Pete: Yup, I like bunnies. Look how nice they fit in there. They seem awfully cozy inside their carrier.


Pete: Maybe they'd like to come out and play.


 Ernest: Hey Petey! You put the brown one back!



Ernest: That's better. Now let's see what we have here. Nice fabric. Sturdy nylon handle.



Petey: If I could read I'd know a little more about this thing, but it doesn't look like much fun for me.

Ernest: It's not supposed to be. Not everything is for us.

Petey: oh.


Ernest: That's a big mesh window on the side. Nice ventilation.

Petey: You and your big words. I just know that those bunnies have a good view.



Ernest: I think anyone who has a rabbit, guinea pig or even a bird could use this carrier. We give this carrier 4 Paws up! That means it's good. Check it out at Chewy.com and it'll be on your doorstep in just two days or so. Tell them Ernest and Petey sent you.

Petey: And speaking of sending things, next time I hope we get bully sticks.


Ernest: Or biscuits! Oh well, enough of this, let's go play.

Petey: Tag! You're it!

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Full Disclosure: We were provided one small pet carrier in exchange for our honest review. This in no way influenced our opinions. Opinions expressed here are 100% our own.

We love summer vacations and getaways....especially when we can bring along our goldens, Ernest and Petey. After many trips where we've developed a list of items to help us all have a successful trip. Along with extra long leads, collapsible travel bowls, and their own comfy beds, one thing we always remember to pack is some toys, including a Kong.

Ernest with the new loot. He doesn't look that into posing today.

Recently we all went on a weekend trip to visit family. As a #ChewyInfluencer, I was lucky enough to be provided with one Kong and one tube of Kong Easy Treat to review. We brought that, along with another Kong, on our trip. Petey and Ernest loved playing with the Kongs while we were busy visiting, and when we we went out and left them in a strange new room. It gave them something fun to do while we were out.

Petey always has a smile for the camera. Especially when there are treats involved.

Here are some ways a Kong can help you and your dog when you travel:

1. In the hotel: Give your dog a stuffed KONG right before you leave them in the hotel room. This will keep them occupied and help eliminate the stress of your exit.
2. On the road: Long car rides can be stressful for your pup. Fill a KONG with their favorite kibble and Easy Treat™ to keep them busy and make them feel more at home.
3. Out and about: Bring a KONG, kibble and Easy Treat™ as a reward to keep them occupied and happy while you have down time in crowded places.

Don't you love how Ernest holds the Kong with his paw?

What to stuff your Kong with?
peanut butter
canned pumpkin
mashed banana
canned dog food
Kong Easy Treat


You can also mix in some dog kibble and treats, fruits and veggies.
Another fun idea is to freeze the stuffed Kong before giving to your dog!

Pete has his own technique for proper treat removal.

When done, be sure to soak Kong and use a bottle brush or toothbrush to clean the crevices inside. (Or wash on top rack of dishwasher.)

Check out Ernest and Petey enjoying their treats!




Next trip, be sure to pack a Kong and some Easy Treat in your dog's travel bag! (You can find a selection of Kong sizes and shapes, along with treats and Easy Treat for stuffing at Chewy.com.)


Full Disclosure: We were provided with one Kong and one Easy Treat in exchange for our honest review. Opinions here are 100% my own.

We have so much fun as #ChewyInfluencer, and this time we got to review a really great toy! Petey had so much fun with this. If you're looking for a toy for your dog that is a lot of fun and keeps him moving and active this is it! The Starmark Treat Dispensing Bob-a-lot!

Think Weeble that spits out treats. If your dog is food motivated, or just enjoys a puzzle, he's going to love this toy. Just unscrew the top, fill with treats, open the little door at the bottom and go! We tested this toy with Pete. He bopped it all over with his nose and paw. Loved it and got every bit of kibble out and had a bob-a-lot of fun!





  It's great for slow feeding and reducing boredom. You can even customize the difficulty level. This toy is sturdy too. Pete has carried it around in his mouth, batted at it, dropped it and chewed on it and it holds up!


Next we let Ernest have a turn.


Oh well, some dogs just don't know how to have fun.

Check out the Bob-a-lot on Chewy.com. They'll ship it off to you and your dog can be playing with it in a matter of days!


Full Disclosure: We received one Bob-a-lot toy in exchange for our honest review. Opinions here are 100% my own.