KONG Corkz Dog Treats (8 oz)

Plant-Based Cork-Shaped Treats That Plug KONG Toys for Mess-Free Stuffing Sessions

Product Description

KONG Corkz are cork-shaped, plant-based lickable treats designed to plug the opening of a stuffed KONG Classic or KONG Extreme rubber toy, keeping the treats inside for a mess-free, longer-lasting chewing and licking session. Simply insert a Corkz into the KONG opening after stuffing and hand it to your dog, or freeze the whole toy for an even longer session. Corkz can also be given as a standalone lickable treat or training reward.

Benefits

• Keeps KONG Stuffing Inside: The cork shape plugs the KONG toy opening after stuffing, preventing treats and paste from falling out immediately and extending the enrichment session significantly.
• Mess-Free KONG Stuffing: Plugging the opening with a Corkz reduces the mess of loose stuffing falling on floors and furniture during chewing and licking sessions.
• Freezable for Longer Sessions: Insert into a stuffed KONG and freeze the whole toy before giving it to your dog; the frozen Corkz and filling extend the licking session considerably longer than room temperature.
• Standalone Treat or Training Reward: Works outside the KONG toy as a low-calorie standalone lickable treat or quick training reward at only 3.3 kcal per piece.
• Helps Clean Teeth and Freshen Breath: The chewing and licking action against the Corkz during KONG sessions contributes to cleaning tooth surfaces and freshening breath as part of enrichment play.
• Plant-Based Ingredients: Made with savory plant-based ingredients, including pea flour, brewers yeast, and kelp, no meat proteins anywhere in the recipe.

Ingredients

Pea Flour, Wheat Starch, Vegetable Glycerin, Pea Starch, Dried Brewers Yeast, Powdered Cellulose, Canola Oil, Agar Agar, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate (Preservative), Natural Smoke Flavor, and Kelp.

Calorie Content (Calculated)

3336 kcal ME/kg, 3.3 kcal ME/g Serving Size: (1 Corkz) 23g

Guaranteed Analysis

How to Use

Directions for Use   

• Stuff the KONG first: Fill the KONG with paste, kibble, or other filling before inserting the Corkz; the Corkz goes in last to plug the opening and hold the stuffing inside.
• Push firmly into the opening: Press the Corkz into the KONG toy opening firmly enough to form a snug plug; a loose Corkz will fall out before your dog has worked through the session.
• Freeze for a longer session: After inserting the Corkz into the stuffed KONG, place the whole toy in the freezer for a few hours before giving; the frozen filling extends the session significantly.
• Give directly as a treat: Hand a Corkz directly to your dog as a standalone lickable treat or use as a quick, low-calorie training reward during sessions without a KONG toy.

Additional Information

Precautions  

• Supervise at all times: Always watch your dog during any treat or KONG toy session; never leave your dog unattended with a treat or toy of any kind.
• Supplemental feeding only: These treats are not a complete and balanced food; always give alongside a complete and balanced primary diet for your dog.
• Contains wheat starch: Wheat starch is in the recipe; do not give to dogs with diagnosed wheat sensitivity or gluten intolerance without first consulting your veterinarian.

Storage Information 

• Seal after each use: Roll or clip the bag shut after every session. Leaving it open lets air in and the treats can dry out and lose flexibility faster than expected.
• Cool and dry location: Keep the bag somewhere cool and out of direct sun. Heat can affect the texture and make the Corkz harder to press into the KONG opening.
• Do not refrigerate: Refrigeration is not required between sessions; only freeze the Corkz when inserted into a stuffed KONG toy immediately before giving.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What exactly is a Corkz and how does it work?

Ans: A Corkz is a cork-shaped, lickable treat designed to plug the opening of a KONG Classic or KONG Extreme rubber toy after the toy has been stuffed with filling. The cork shape wedges into the opening and keeps the stuffing inside so your dog has to work harder and longer to lick and chew the filling out.

Q2: Does the Corkz fit all KONG toy sizes?

Ans: Yes. The Corkz is designed to fit the openings of small, medium, and large KONG Classic and KONG Extreme rubber toys. Press it firmly into the opening after stuffing the toy to form a snug plug. If the Corkz fits loosely in a particular toy size, press it in at a slight angle to create a tighter seal before giving the toy to your dog.

Q3: Can I freeze a KONG with a Corkz already inserted?

Ans: Yes. Inserting the Corkz first and then freezing the whole stuffed KONG is one of the intended use methods. Freezing hardens both the filling and the Corkz plug, which means your dog has to work significantly longer to get through the session.

Q4: Can these be given as a standalone treat without a KONG toy?

Ans: Yes. Each Corkz contains only 3.3 kcal, making it a very low-calorie lickable treat that can be given directly by hand as a training reward or anytime snack. Most dogs will lick and chew through it the same way they would with any small soft treat, and the savory plant-based flavor holds up well as a standalone reward.

Q5: Are these treats plant-based?

Ans: Yes. The ingredient list uses pea flour, pea starch, brewers yeast, canola oil, and kelp as the main components. There are no meat proteins, meat meals, or animal-based fat sources in this recipe. The savory flavor comes from natural smoke flavoring and brewers' yeast rather than from a meat ingredient.

Q6: Do these treats contain gluten or wheat?

Ans: Wheat starch is in the recipe. Dogs with diagnosed gluten intolerance or wheat sensitivity should not have these treats. Wheat starch is lower in gluten than wheat flour, but it is still a wheat-derived ingredient and is not suitable for dogs on a strict wheat-free or gluten-free diet.

Q7: How is kelp used in this recipe?

Ans: Kelp is included as a natural source of iodine, trace minerals, and antioxidants. It also contributes to the savory, umami-like flavor profile of the treat alongside the natural smoke flavoring and brewers yeast. Kelp has a long history of use in pet supplement and treat formulations, specifically for its micronutrient density relative to its inclusion rate.