KONG Puppy (Small)
A well documented soft rubber chew for teething puppies, outgrown by about 9 months.
We bought Umile Dog Chew Toy, Puppy Toothbrush Corn Toy, Squeaky Rope Toy, Non-Toxic Natural Rubber. It's no longer documented anywhere, so this page reviews the closest well-covered match. The KONG Puppy is the closest well documented natural rubber puppy chew from a known brand at a similar price, while the original corn toy had no readable maker or review coverage.
The short version
- Owners of puppies with baby teeth
- Anyone who wants a stuffable chew for crate training
- Buyers who want clear weight based sizing from the maker
- You want a squeaker or rope to tug
- Your dog is older than 9 months or a power chewer
- You want a toy shaped to rub teeth like a brush
What owners like
- Holds up well to puppy chewing, with some owners reporting it looks new after months
- Keeps puppies busy when stuffed and frozen
- Useful for crate time and as a training reward
- Doubles as a fetch toy
Common complaints
- The treat cavity is smaller than it looks, so many owners size up
- Some determined puppies still chew pieces off
- Needs replacing once adult teeth come in
Based on KONG's product page and FAQ, owner reviews on zooplus, and a PureWow roundup of puppy teething toys..
Research scores
Scored from the maker's specs and what owners report. Drew's own notes and photos will refine these.
Ownership
Drew's hands-on notes for this product are on the way. Long-term updates will be added to this timeline.
What it does
A soft natural rubber chew toy for teething puppies that can be stuffed with treats and bounces for fetch. This page covers it in place of the Umile corn toothbrush chew toy, which had too little readable coverage.
- Softer rubber than KONG's adult toys, made for baby teeth
- Hollow centre can be stuffed with kibble, paste treats or peanut butter
- Can be frozen once stuffed for a longer chew session
- Irregular shape gives an unpredictable bounce for fetch
- Pink and blue colour options
A sound pick for owners of teething puppies who want a well documented natural rubber chew from a known maker, with clear sizing and age guidance. It has no squeaker, rope or brush ridges like the original corn toy, its treat cavity is smaller than many expect, and the maker says to retire it once the puppy passes 9 months.
How it compares
Specs
- Material
- 100% natural rubber, KONG's softer puppy formula
- Sizes
- X-Small (up to 5 lbs), Small (up to 20 lbs), Medium (15 to 35 lbs), Large (30 to 65 lbs)
- Small size dimensions
- 1.75 x 1.75 x 3 in.
- Age guidance
- Not recommended for puppies over 9 months
- Made in
- USA
- Cleaning
- Warm soapy water and a brush, or dishwasher top rack without heated dry
Worth knowing
- KONG says to supervise puppies with toys at all times.
- KONG says to remove and discard the toy if it is damaged.
- KONG notes that a toy too small for the dog is a choking risk, so check size as the puppy grows.
- Not recommended for puppies over 9 months, per KONG.
Questions
What size KONG Puppy should I get?
KONG says to size by the puppy's current weight, not its expected adult weight. The Small is listed for puppies up to 20 lbs.
When should a puppy stop using the KONG Puppy?
KONG says it is not recommended past 9 months, when it suggests moving to the red Classic or black Extreme rubber.
Can you freeze a KONG Puppy?
Yes. KONG suggests stuffing and freezing it for a longer, cooler chew.
Is the KONG Puppy dishwasher safe?
KONG says it can go on the top rack, but skip the heated dry cycle because heat can degrade the rubber.
Sources
- KONG: KONG Puppy
- KONG: FAQ
- zooplus: Puppy KONG
- PureWow: Puppy teething toys for dogs with aching gums
- Amazon: KONG Puppy, Natural Rubber Teething Chew Toy, for Small Puppies
Researched 2026-10-02. We bought this product; our page is built from the maker's details and what owners report across reviews and forums. We never copy Amazon customer reviews.
