DIY Dog Toys – Muffin Tin w/ Tennis Balls – Video tutorial

Reviewed by Joana Babo, DVM

Joana is a veterinarian with both clinical and product background and a Master’s in Veterinary Medicine from ICBAS – University of Porto. As Veterinary Excellence Lead at Maven Pet, she ensures all content and product decisions are rooted in sound medical knowledge. With additional training in clinical behavior and product strategy, Joana helps shape intuitive, vet-informed solutions that support pets and their families.
Key takeaways
  • Create a DIY dog toy using a muffin tin and tennis balls to keep your dog entertained.
  • Fill the tin with treats and cover them with tennis balls for added challenge.
  • Engage with the community by sharing your experiences with DIY dog toys in the comments.

That’s right, we’re back with another simple way to keep your dog busy and delighted! Watch this quick video tutorial to learn how to prepare one of the easiest DIY dog toys – a muffin tin with tennis balls!

There are a couple of variations you can try. Fill all the spots on the tin with treats before covering them with tennis balls, and leave it for your pup to enjoy… Or fill just a few of them, and let them figure it out!

Have you tried this or any other DIY dog toys? Does your dog enjoy them, or are they not a fan? Let us know in the comment section!



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