Toys at the pet store can cost a small fortune. Instead of blowing your paycheck on commercially made dog toys, consider using some of these household items instead!

One of the easiest ways to make a dog toy is to tie a tight knot in a long sock. You can even tie multiple knots to make things interesting. All of a sudden, your sock turns into a great tug-of-war toy! Just make sure you keep your other socks tucked away in a drawer so your dog doesn’t accidently chew on them instead.

Drill small holes in a plastic soda bottle and fill it with treats. Your dog will have a lot of fun rolling the bottle around to get at the morsels inside.

Old stuffed animals make great toys as well. For more tips on items in your home that can be used as toys, contact your veterinarian Madison, WI.