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10 DIY Projects to Make For Your Dog
Written by Adaptil, published on April 18, 2023
10 DIY Projects to Make For Your Dog
Are you looking for something new and fun to keep your dog entertained? Why not take a DIY approach to creating some new dog toys and belongings?
There are lots of benefits and reasons to take a DIY approach! New toys and doggy items that you make yourself:
- Can keep your dog stimulated, both physically and mentally.
- Can cut down on the costs of replenishment.
- Are a great way to customise your dog's belongings to suit your home style.
- And are a way to have some fun making bespoke items for your best friend!
Whatever your reason, you can get a lot of satisfaction from DIY Projects. Here are some ideas.
1. Trendy Dog Bandana
Although a dog's coat needs no embellishment, a colourful bandana around their neck will be sure to turn heads and it can double up as a drool wipe if you make it a good size. Try to make a whole wardrobe of bandanas so your pooch has one for every occasion!
You will need:
- Scissors
- Pins
- Pieces of old material, large enough to cut two squares (see instructions below). These can be seasonal to celebrate holidays like Christmas, Easter or a your dog's birthday
- A sewing machine
- Your dog's collar
Instructions:
- Measure the length of your dog's collar.
- Cut two square pieces of material, each side measuring HALF the length of the collar.
- With the outer sides of each square placed facing inward, on top of one another, sew 3 sides and part of the 4th side of the squares together. Leave an opening so that you can turn the whole bandana right side out.
- Turn it inside out and iron/press it so that your square is flat and neat.
- Stitch over the opening so that all sides are secure.
- You can also top-stitch 1 cm along each side from the edge this will help to keep the bandana shape.
- Lay your dog's collar over the material, across two opposite corners.
- Take the third corner of the material and fold it on top of the dog's collar, to make a triangle.
- Take the same third corner and tuck it underneath the fold to make a tube shape at the top of the bandana.
- Pin it in place, leaving enough room for the collar to be inserted/removed as needed.
- Sew along the tucked-in edge to secure it in place.
Now you have one cool dog! If you want to help your pooh stay calm on the move, try spraying Laying your dog's comfy cushion on a raised platform can help protect them from draughts. Old pallets can make an effective raised dog base, with only a few cuts to make it the right size. You will need: Instructions: Recycle your old single duvet and duvet cover into a super-comfy cushion for your pooch. Your dog will love this, particularly as it will have your scent all over it. You will need: Instructions: This project might be more practical for small dog breeds unless you wear extra large jumpers! You will need: Instructions: Your pooch will love their new DIY bed, particularly as it has your scent all over it! Dogs love to play tug of war as it plays to their natural instincts of capturing and shaking prey so try making them their own DIY tug toy. You will need: Instructions: Puzzle feeders are a great way to keep your dog entertained and mentally stimulated. Here are two quick ideas that you can make in mere minutes! This is an especially good idea if your dog is a hound breed that likes to sniff things out. You will need: Instructions: Hide your dog's food or favourite treats in the snuffle mat and let them forage! You will need: Instructions: You will need: Instructions: These treats are great to help your dog cool down in hot weather. Dogs always love treats and these can be used in any of the puzzle toys above, or you can make seasonal treats at different times of the year. You will need: Instructions: We hope we've inspired you to try a little DIY for your dog so why not get making and share them with us on our social media links. We'd love to hear from you!
2. Raised Dog Bed
3. Dog Cushion
4. Quick Dog Bed From Old Sweater
5. Tug Toy
6. Puzzle Feeders
7. A Snuffle Mat
8. Classy Dog Toy Box
9. Frozen Peanut Butter and Yoghurt Treats
10. Meat Flavour Biscuits
Following our expert tips will help to ensure your bond with your dog goes from strength to strength.
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