Dog
Have you ever bought one of those crinkle dog toys that your pup just adored. Why not just make one?
What you need:
Empty Water Bottle
Old Sweater or pair of jeans
Scissors
What you do:
- Place the water bottle into the leg or arm of whatever clothing item you are using.
- Cut it off leaving about 6 inches on each end.
- Knot the clothing at each end of the water bottle to secure the bottle.
- Cut the remaining ends into strips and make more knots in those for a little extra chewing action.
- Now you have one of those crinkle dog toys.
Cat
Have you seen those cat toys where they have to work for their treat? We can make one at home!
What you need:
Disposable food container
Utility knife
Very sharp scissors
Black marker
Rubbing alcohol
Lighter
Small rubber adhesive casters
Small cat toys/balls (one with a bell makes it fun)
Cat treats or food
What you do:
- Flip the container over and put the casters on the bottom.
- Remove the lid. Use the marker and something circular (shot glass) to make a few circles diagnolly across the top.
- On a protected surface use the utility knife to cut and X in the circles. They use the scissors to cut out the circles.
- Remove and black marker with the rubbing alcohol.
- Melt the edges with the lighter to protect paws.
- Grab some of those toys they never seem to touch and toss them into the container.
- Toss in treats or kibble.
- Now you have a fun puzzle for your feline friends.
Now watch them go nuts because they will.
Days Til Christmas: 17
