KONG Floppy Knots Dog Toy Hippo, 1ea/XL

Gigantic. Knotted. Minimal Stuffing. Maximum Fun.

The KONG Floppy Knots Jumbo Hippo XL is the oversized version of a KONG favorite — a plush rope hybrid dog toy built for dogs of all sizes who want a bigger, bolder play companion. This enormous hippo character brings the same beloved internal knotted rope skeleton as the standard Floppy Knots line, now scaled up with two squeakers and a soft, floppy form that invites thrashing, flopping, flinging, tugging, and snuggling. Minimal stuffing keeps mess manageable even when play gets enthusiastic.

Quick Product Snapshot

Why Pet Owners Choose This Toy

• Jumbo XL scale gives large and extra-large breeds a proportionate thrash and snuggle companion
• Internal knotted rope skeleton provides realistic mouthfeel and resistance during thrashing, flinging, and tug play
• Two squeakers deliver dual-point sound stimulation that sustains engagement during active play
• Minimal stuffing reduces mess while maintaining the soft, floppy feel dogs love
• Varied plush textures across the oversized hippo body add tactile interest and novelty
• Soft, floppy form doubles as an oversized snuggle buddy between active play sessions
• Suitable for dogs of all sizes — the XL scale makes it particularly rewarding for large and giant breeds

Material and Construction

The KONG Floppy Knots Jumbo Hippo XL is built around the same internal knotted rope skeleton found in the standard Floppy Knots line, scaled up to match the XL form factor. The rope provides the resistance and realistic mouthfeel dogs seek during thrashing, flinging, and tug play, channeling instinctual prey-shake behavior into a safe, structured outlet. The exterior is covered in plush fabric with varied textures across different sections of the oversized hippo body, adding sensory variety during mouthing and carrying. Two squeakers are integrated at key points in the design to produce dual-point sound stimulation during active play. Unlike the standard Floppy Knots line, this XL version contains minimal stuffing rather than none — providing additional body and shape to support the larger form factor while still keeping mess manageable. Durability is rated at light to moderate duty.

Texture, Size, and Play Duration Guidance

The exterior combines multiple plush textures that provide varied tactile feedback across the oversized hippo body, keeping dogs engaged as they explore and mouth different sections. The internal knotted rope adds a firm, fibrous resistance layer beneath the soft exterior that dogs can feel during thrashing and chewing. The XL size is the defining feature of this toy — it provides large and extra-large breeds with a proportionate companion for vigorous thrashing and carrying play, while also functioning as an oversized snuggle buddy for dogs that enjoy resting with a plush toy. Play duration will vary based on the dog's play style, cycling naturally between active thrash sessions and calmer comfort play.

Play Style and Functional Use

The KONG Floppy Knots Jumbo Hippo XL supports a broad range of play modes. As a thrash toy, the floppy, flexible design and internal rope skeleton make it ideal for the natural prey-shake behavior dogs exhibit — the XL scale gives large breeds a full-body grip and shake experience that smaller toys cannot provide. As a fling toy, the oversized form and floppy construction create satisfying movement when tossed or shaken vigorously. As a tug toy, the multiple grip points across the hippo's body support interactive tug sessions between dog and owner. As a squeaky toy, the two built-in squeakers reward interaction with dual-point sound stimulation. As a comfort toy, the soft plush exterior and oversized floppy form make it an ideal snuggle companion between active sessions.

Safety, Usage, and Care Guidance

• High supervision is required during all play sessions — plush rope toys are not intended for unsupervised use
• Remove the toy immediately if the dog begins accessing the internal rope, tearing the plush exterior, or extracting squeakers or stuffing
• Not suitable for aggressive or power chewers
• Inspect regularly for seam integrity, rope exposure, stuffing accessibility, and squeaker condition; replace if compromised
• Store in a clean, dry location when not in use

Cleaning and Maintenance

Surface wash with a damp cloth and mild soap. Allow to air dry completely before returning the toy to your dog. Avoid machine washing or high-heat drying, which can damage the plush exterior and internal rope components. Inspect the seams, squeaker enclosures, and stuffing integrity after each cleaning session to confirm they remain intact.

Product Highlights

• Jumbo XL scale — the oversized version of the beloved KONG Floppy Knots Hippo
• Internal knotted rope skeleton for thrashing, flinging, and tug play
• Two squeakers for dual-point sound-triggered engagement
• Minimal stuffing — less mess, maintains shape and body at XL scale
• Varied plush textures across the oversized hippo body
• Doubles as an oversized snuggle buddy between active play sessions
• Suitable for all dog sizes; ideal for large and extra-large breeds

Go Big. Play Bigger.

The KONG Floppy Knots Jumbo Hippo XL gives dogs — especially large and extra-large breeds — a thrash, fling, tug, and snuggle companion scaled to match their energy and size. The internal knotted rope, dual squeakers, and minimal stuffing construction deliver everything dogs love about the Floppy Knots line in a format that truly satisfies bigger play instincts. Always supervise play and replace the toy at the first sign of seam damage, rope exposure, or stuffing accessibility.

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