Pool noodles are fun for kids enjoying a summer swim, but they’re also incredibly useful for DIY projects and creative solutions to problems around the home. They can even be used to make fun or helpful items for our dogs. Here are eight life hacks for dogs using pool noodles.

Maybe you’re doing some spring cleaning, or maybe you’ve got a kid at home who has outgrown some of their toys, and it’s time to get rid of old junk. Recycle those old kids’ toys as dog toys instead of throwing them out!

Give it a gentle shake and apply it to the cloth then put it around your dog’s neck, nice and loose. You can wear it around your ankles or wrist as well. Lavender oil is a natural bug repellent.

Let us know how it works!

You want your dog to be clean and smell nice but a lot of store bought pet shampoos are full of harsh chemicals. Here’s a recipe for a doggie shampoo you can make at home that is gentle and made from natural ingredients.