{"product_id":"kong-corkz-dog-treats","title":"KONG Corkz Dog Treats (8 oz)","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePlant-Based Cork-Shaped Treats That Plug KONG Toys for Mess-Free Stuffing Sessions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKONG Corkz are cork-shaped, plant-based \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dog-treats\" title=\"Lickable treats\" aria-label=\"Lickable treats\"\u003elickable treats\u003c\/a\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeeps KONG Stuffing Inside:\u003c\/strong\u003e The cork shape plugs the KONG toy opening after stuffing, preventing treats and paste from falling out immediately and extending the enrichment session significantly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMess-Free KONG Stuffing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plugging the opening with a Corkz reduces the mess of loose stuffing falling on floors and furniture during chewing and licking sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFreezable for Longer Sessions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandalone Treat or Training Reward:\u003c\/strong\u003e Works outside the KONG toy as a low-calorie standalone lickable treat or quick training reward at only 3.3 kcal per piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHelps Clean Teeth and Freshen Breath:\u003c\/strong\u003e The chewing and licking action against the Corkz during KONG sessions contributes to cleaning tooth surfaces and freshening breath as part of enrichment play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant-Based Ingredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made with savory plant-based ingredients, including pea flour, brewers yeast, and kelp, no meat proteins anywhere in the recipe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePea 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCalorie Content (Calculated)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3336 kcal ME\/kg, 3.3 kcal ME\/g Serving Size: (1 Corkz) 23g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGuaranteed Analysis\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 53.9062%;\" height=\"231\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 70.7728%;\" width=\"186\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutrient\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.9277%;\" width=\"76\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmount\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 70.7728%;\" width=\"186\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrude Protein (minimum)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.9277%;\" width=\"76\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10.0%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 70.7728%;\" width=\"186\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrude Fat (minimum)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.9277%;\" width=\"76\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4.0%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 70.7728%;\" width=\"186\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrude Fiber (maximum)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.9277%;\" width=\"76\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3.0%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 70.7728%;\" width=\"186\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMoisture (maximum)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.9277%;\" width=\"76\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e15.0%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDirections for Use   \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStuff the KONG first:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePush firmly into the opening:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFreeze for a longer session:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGive directly as a treat:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePrecautions  \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupervise at all times:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always watch your dog during any treat or KONG toy session; never leave your dog unattended with a treat or toy of any kind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupplemental feeding only:\u003c\/strong\u003e These treats are not a complete and balanced food; always give alongside a complete and balanced primary diet for your dog.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContains wheat starch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wheat starch is in the recipe; do not give to dogs with diagnosed wheat sensitivity or gluten intolerance without first consulting your veterinarian.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStorage Information \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeal after each use:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCool and dry location:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo not refrigerate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refrigeration is not required between sessions; only freeze the Corkz when inserted into a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/kong\" title=\"Stuffed kong toy\" aria-label=\"Stuffed kong toy\"\u003estuffed KONG toy\u003c\/a\u003e immediately before giving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Return\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer ground, express, priority, and international delivery; see our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-policies\" title=\"Shipping policy\" aria-label=\"Shipping policy\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\" title=\"Refund policy\" aria-label=\"Refund policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ1: What exactly is a Corkz and how does it work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ2: Does the Corkz fit all KONG toy sizes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ3: Can I freeze a KONG with a Corkz already inserted?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ4: Can these be given as a standalone treat without a KONG toy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ5: Are these treats plant-based?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ6: Do these treats contain gluten or wheat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ7: How is kelp used in this recipe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kong","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46628225089697,"sku":"XCK1","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0593\/2446\/5313\/files\/kong-corkz-dog-treats-8-oz-653.png?v=1784775984","url":"https:\/\/hardypaw.com\/products\/kong-corkz-dog-treats","provider":"HardyPaw","version":"1.0","type":"link"}