Everyone suffers from boredom from time to time. It’s only natural for dogs to feel it too. Too often they can be left alone for long hours and get themselves into trouble when they’re bored. So I got together with Spartacus and put together a list of great DIY dog toys you can make to bust the boredom, for both you and your pup.

Please don’t let your dog go unsupervised with these or any other toys. Remember, safety first.

We scoured the web to find all kinds of fun and interesting projects. They range from really simple things you can make in under a minute to some pretty awesome projects that will test your crafts skills. Check out the awesome toy boxes at the end of the post.

 

1. DIY Bottle Spinner Puzzle Game for Dogs

via youtube

This looks like so much fun, kind of like a slot machine for dogs. Give it a spin and see what you win.

2. DIY Dog Toy – Catapult Fetch Toy

via instructables.com

I bet this thing can send a ball really far and best of all the dog can reload.

3. DIY Ball Toy for Blind Dogs

via slimdoggy.com

Because every dog deserves a toy.

4. DIY Dog Toy – Homemade Slingshot Ball

via break.com

This looks like it will be incredibly fun to play with. That ball really flies. Just make sure your retriever brings it back.

5. Super Simple DIY Frozen Socks Dog Toy

via instructables.com

Takes a little longer than the towel toy, but just as easy.

6. DIY Dog Toy Fishing Pole

via instructables.com

Change the bait and you have a new game anytime you want.

7. Hopefully Indestructible DIY Dog Toy

via instructables.com

Somehow I don’t think its indestructible.

8. Kinda Indestructible DIY Dog Toy

via instructables.com

Made for destruction is more like it if you ask me.

9. DIY Ball Tug Dog Toy

via ammothedachshund.com

A puppy dog favorite.

10. DIY Interactive Dog Feeder Toy

via dogtipper.com

Good way to get your dog’s brain working.

11. DIY Hide and Seek

via babble.com

Great start to canine nosework. Your dog will able to find anything if you train it right.

12. DIY Plastic Bottle Dog Toy

via ammothedachshund.com

Simple but effective.

13. DIY Dog Toy – Boredom Buster

via dogue.com.au

Another really fun puzzle that’s simple to make.

14. Homemade Throwing tug toy for your dog

via youtube

Spartacus loves to play fetch.

15. Homemade Squeaky Dog Toy

via dogchannel.com

Just be careful when it breaks. You don’t want your dog eating a squeaker.

16. Find the Treat Puzzle Game

via connectedpets.com

This one is so simple and great fun.

17. T-Shirt Ball and Tug Dog Toy

via sheknows.com

No old tee shirt should go to waste.

18. DIY Dog Toy – Red Rope Spider Toss

via instructables.com

A little more complicated, but good for a chaser and chewer.

19. Y Shapped Dog Tug and Toss Toy for heavy chewers

via instructables.com

A little extra strength for the heavy duty chewers out there.

20. DIY Dog Toy from old T-shirts

via lvlyblog.com

More ways to use those old tee shirts.

21. DIY Dog Toy: Prey Stick

via youtube

Good way to teach chasing skills on the way to retrieving.

22. Homemade Heavy Duty Chew Toys for Dogs

via instructables.com

Another heavy duty chew toy.

23. DIY Dog Toy – The Purple Wubba

via youtube

Because the world needs more purple wubbas.

24. DIY Dog Toy – Tennis Ball Buddy

via vetstreet.com

This one is pretty crafty if you ask me.

25. Fleece Dog Pull Toy

via Designsbyloftcreations.com

Pretty and simple too.

26. Homemade Ring Dog Toy

via instructables.com

Awesome fun for the retriever in your dog.

27. DIY Dog Toy – Water Bottle Sock Puppet

via vetstreet.com

Sock puppets are back.

28. DIY Dog Toy – Wolf Stick

via vetstreet.com

This will help build the prey instinct.

29. Poochie Person Play Toy for Dogs

via instructables.com

Give your dog someone else to chew on.

30. Homemade DIY Fleece Dog Toy

via youtube.com

Watch how easy this is to make.

31. DIY Dog Toy – Woven Rope Bone

via instructables.com

Heavy duty knots.

32. Homemade DIY Dog Toy From Old Denim Jeans

via instructables.com

Glad I found this one. I was about to through out a bunch of hold jeans. Now I can put them to some good use. Hope they turn out to be indestructible.

33. DIY Knotted Tee Shirt Strips Dog Toy

via craftysoccermom.blogspot.com

The pug looks kind of worried with those big eyes.

34. Homemade DIY Dog Toy- Tennis Ball and Tee Shirt Toss and Tug Toy

Via withmycamera.com

This one has fun written all over it.

35. DIY Tennis Ball Dog Treat Toy

via instructables.com

36. The Old Towel Knotted Dog Toy Trick for DIYers

idea via retrobellish.com, picture via me

This one is so simple, takes about 1 minute to make. Just roll up and old towel, tie a knot in it and you have a great toss and tug toy.

37. DIY Puppie Balance Board Toy

via softpuppywarmhouse.com

Teach your pup some rear-end awareness with this balance board.

38. DIY Agility Jump Dog Toy

via softpuppywarmhouse.com

Because every dog should know how to jump on command.

39. DIY Rope Ball Surprise Dog Toy

via handsoccupied.com

Spartacus would love one of these.

40. DIY Mitten for Muddy Dog Paws

via dog-milk.com

Technically, its not a toy, but it looks cool anyway.

Or you could just get a paw plunger from Spartadog.com

41. Homemade Olympic Ring Dog Toy

via irresistablepets.net

Perfect for your aspiring athlete.

42. DIY Agility Course A-Frame

via instructables.com

See it in action:

43. DIY Dog Agility Tire Jump

pic via germansheperds.com and instructions via campbandy.com

44. DIY Toy Box for your Dog’s Toys

via ana-white.com

Because your dog’s toys need a home too.

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