KONG Toys for Dogs was founded in 1976 by Joe Markham in Golden, Colorado, after his dog Fritz repeatedly chewed on a Volkswagen Bus suspension part that was oddly satisfying and durable. Inspired by this, Markham spent years developing a safe, chewable toy with a unique snowman-like design—thus the iconic KONG Classic was born. KONG’s commitment to innovation and pet enrichment began with this simple concept: durable, safe, and mentally stimulating toys that dogs truly need.
Over the decades, KONG has expanded its product line to include a broad range of designs—Classic, Extreme, Puppy, and Senior—crafted from varying levels of natural rubber to suit different sizes, ages, and chewing styles. The brand also offers interactive toys for fetch, grooming tools, and engaging cat products. Renowned for durability, safety, and mental stimulation, KONG dog toys remain favorites of trainers and veterinarians worldwide, and the brand continues enriching pets’ lives globally.
