Making a Rope Dog Bone

Buying toys to entertain your dog can get expensive. Making your own rope dog bones is a smart way to save money; these toys are simple to create, durable and provide your dog with hours of chewing enjoyment. All you need to create your own bone-shaped toy is an old jump rope, which is durable, inexpensive and readily available. A single rope will make multiple toys, and you can easily replace it when it gets worn out. And when your dog gets tired of chewing on the rope, the two of you can play tug-of-war by altering the rope bone just a bit.

Things You'll Need

  • Jump rope
  • Scissors
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Instructions

    • 1

      Cut a piece of the jump rope to a 12-inch length.

    • 2

      Tie a knot in one end of the rope. Create the knot by making a loop with the rope, then pulling the end through the loop. Pull both ends of the rope tightly to secure the knot. Tie the knot as closely to the end of the length of rope as possible.

    • 3

      Tie another knot on the opposite end of the rope. Pull on both sides of the knot to complete the bone shape. Tie the knot as closely to the end of the length of rope as possible.