Creative enrichment

DIY Dog Toys

Make five fun dog toys from simple everyday materials.

A short, practical online course that shows you how to make five different toys step-by-step. Watch the video, gather your materials and start making.

$ 12,00
5 toy projectsStep-by-step videoSimple materialsNo sewing required
Materials for making homemade dog toys, including a plastic bottle, fabric yarn and rope

Five projects

Make it, then play together.

Fleece Tug Toy

A soft, stretchy braided tug toy for interactive play.

Squeaky Bottle Toy

A simple toy made with a bottle, sock and braided handle.

Microfiber Duster Toy

A fluffy tug toy made from microfiber material.

Mop Toy

A soft toy using a microfiber mop and simple construction.

Paint Roller Toy

A playful tug-style project built around a clean, unused paint roller.

Beginner friendly

No sewing skills required.

The projects use straightforward techniques such as cutting, braiding and tying. Videos show you what to do so you can follow along at your own pace.

You also do not need specialist dog-toy equipment. Depending on the project, you can use fleece, fabric yarn, an old sock, an empty plastic bottle, microfiber material and a clean unused paint roller.

Low-cost creativity

Use accessible materials instead of buying a cupboard full of new toys.

Interactive play

The finished projects are designed to give you more ways to play together.

Discover preferences

Different textures and movement help you learn what kind of play your dog enjoys.

What you get

Five projects you can actually make.

  • 5 DIY dog toy projects.
  • Step-by-step video demonstrations.
  • Written instructions and material lists.
  • Immediate online access.
  • Projects for different types of interactive play.
Good to know

DIY toys are intended for supervised play. Check toys regularly, remove damaged pieces and never leave your dog alone with a homemade toy that could be torn apart or swallowed.

Mika Dog Training

Practical training for real life.

Mika Dog Training is created by Tom Rosens, owner of Hondleiding in the Netherlands. The training focuses on clear communication, reward-based methods and practical situations owners and instructors actually encounter.

About Tom

Frequently asked questions

Before you start.

Do I need sewing equipment?

No. The projects use simple techniques such as cutting, braiding and tying.

Do I need special materials?

No. Most materials are inexpensive and easy to find.

Can my dog play with the toys alone?

Supervised play is recommended. Homemade toys can be damaged, so inspect them regularly and remove loose or damaged pieces.

Is this an enrichment course?

This course focuses specifically on making five homemade toys for supervised interactive play. It is a hands-on making course rather than a general collection of enrichment games.

Choose your option

Make something your dog can enjoy with you.

Choose your first project, gather a few simple materials and start creating.

Complete Course

$ 12,00