{"product_id":"kong-training-dummy-toy-for-dogs","title":"Kong Training Dummy Toy For Dogs","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHighly Visible Foam Dummy That Floats for Land and Water Retrieve\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe KONG Training Dummy is a highly visible foam retrieve toy designed to teach dogs to use a soft-mouth carry during fetch. It floats for water retrieval and works equally well on land, making it a practical training tool for retriever breeds and dogs learning basic fetch skills. A cord with loop on the end allows for particularly long throws and easy tug play. Tough and sturdy for long-lasting training, the dummy is top-shelf dishwasher safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly visible foam construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFloats on water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCord with loop for throwing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeaches soft-mouth carry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTough and sturdy build\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop-shelf dishwasher safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTeaches Soft-Mouth Carry:\u003c\/strong\u003e The foam construction gives dogs a gentle resistance that trains them to carry the dummy without biting down too hard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloats for Water Retrieve:\u003c\/strong\u003e The buoyant foam stays on the water's surface in pools, lakes, and rivers, keeping the dummy visible and accessible for dogs to retrieve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCord and Loop for Long Throws:\u003c\/strong\u003e The attached cord with loop lets you throw the dummy further than you could by hand, which is useful for extended retrieve training and tug play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorks for Both Land and Water:\u003c\/strong\u003e This dummy performs the same across land and water sessions, so you don't need separate training tools for different environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTough and Long-Lasting:\u003c\/strong\u003e The sturdy foam construction holds up through repeated throwing and retrieving sessions, making it a durable training tool that outlasts lighter or thinner foam dummies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVariants\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in two sizes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge (30-65 lbs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eX-Large (65 lbs and up)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 53.204%; height: 133px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"74\" style=\"width: 22.649%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"97\" style=\"width: 29.8013%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"152\" style=\"width: 46.7881%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight with Rope \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"74\" style=\"width: 22.649%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"97\" style=\"width: 29.8013%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2 in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"152\" style=\"width: 46.7881%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e23 in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"74\" style=\"width: 22.649%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eX-Large\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"97\" style=\"width: 29.8013%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3.25 in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"152\" style=\"width: 46.7881%; height: 35.5729px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e20 in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials Used\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e90% EVA- Ethylene Vinyl Acetate and 10% Polyester.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eUsage Instructions    \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse the cord for distance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hold the loop and swing it to get more distance on your throw than you'd get with a straight hand toss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrain soft-mouth carry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toss it and let your dog bring it back. The foam gives just enough resistance that dogs quickly learn not to clamp down too hard when carrying it back to you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse in water:\u003c\/strong\u003e Throw it into a pool, lake, or river and it stays on the surface. Your dog doesn't need to dive for it, which keeps the retrieve clean and easy to repeat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCare Instructions  \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop-shelf dishwasher safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place the dummy on the top rack of the dishwasher after each session to clean off dirt, mud, and saliva.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRinse after water use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse the dummy with clean water after pool or lake sessions to remove chlorine, algae, or lake debris from the foam surface before storing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAir-dry before storing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Let the dummy dry completely after washing or water use before putting it away to prevent moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSafety Instructions  \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot for unsupervised chewing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This toy is designed for fetch and retrieve training, not for unsupervised chewing; foam dummies can be chewed through quickly by dogs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupervise all play:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always watch your dog during training sessions with this dummy, since the foam can be bitten through during unsupervised or aggressive chewing and ingested.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater supervision required:\u003c\/strong\u003e Never leave your dog unsupervised in or near water during retrieve sessions; always stay close and watch for signs of fatigue during longer water training sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck cord integrity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inspect the cord and loop before each session for fraying or weakening; a damaged cord can snap during a throw and become a hazard during play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Return\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer ground, express, priority, and international delivery; see our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ro\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"Shipping policy | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Shipping policy | hardypaw\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed \u003ca href=\"\/en-ro\/policies\/refund-policy\" title=\"Refund policy\" aria-label=\"Refund policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ1: What is a training dummy used for in dog training?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e A training dummy is a retrieve toy used to teach dogs to carry objects back to the handler without biting down too hard. The foam construction of this dummy gives dogs a specific texture that reinforces a soft-mouth carry, which is a key skill in hunt training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ2: What sizes does this training dummy come in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e It comes in two sizes. The Large measures approximately 2 inches in diameter by 12 inches long without rope. The X-Large measures approximately 3.25 inches in diameter by 12.25 inches long without rope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ3: Does this dummy float in water?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. The foam construction keeps the dummy buoyant on pools, lakes, and rivers. It stays on the surface after landing in the water, making it easy for your dog to locate and retrieve. The bright color also helps dogs spot it quickly during water training sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ4: What is the cord and loop for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e The cord with loop attached to one end of the dummy lets you swing and throw it for a much longer distance than a direct hand throw. It also doubles for light tug play after a successful retrieve. Inspect the cord before each session and replace the dummy if the cord becomes frayed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ5: Is this toy suitable for aggressive chewers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e No. This is a foam training tool designed for fetch, retrieve, and soft-mouth carry training. Aggressive chewers can bite through the foam quickly. This dummy works best when used under supervision for active training sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ6: Can this dummy be used for both land and water training?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It performs the same across both environments. On land it works for standard toss-and-retrieve training. In water it floats and stays visible on the surface for dogs to locate and retrieve. The same dummy handles both uses without any modification needed between sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ7: Is this toy dishwasher safe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, it is top-shelf dishwasher safe. Place it on the top rack to clean off dirt and saliva after each session. Rinse it after water use as well to remove chlorine or natural water debris. 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