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Golden, CO, United States of America

The Kong Company, LLC


USPTO Granted Patents = 31

% Expired Patents = 32.3


Trademarks = 36

Forward Citations = 689

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13 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal John James Stone (10 out of 28 patents)

silverMedal Chuck Costello (10 out of 10 patents)

bronzeMedal Joseph P Markham (9 out of 58 patents)

4.  David F Simon (4 out of 14 patents)

5.  Amy Brickle (3 out of 3 patents)

6.  Dominic Mak (3 out of 3 patents)

7.  Steve R Reiss (3 out of 3 patents)

8.  Sabine S Crane (2 out of 16 patents)

9.  Hoyt Samuel Nunn (1 out of 1 patent)

10.  Sam Nunn (1 out of 1 patent)

11.  Zhan Feng Chen (1 out of 1 patent)

12.  Laura Bender (1 out of 1 patent)

13.  Robert Cohrs (1 out of 1 patent)


Core Competencies:
Treat Dispensing
Noise Features
Multi-Function Modules
Variable Elasticity
Therapeutic Features
Sound Producing
Flexible Body
Animal Toy
Pet Food Dispenser
Ball Holding Feature
Gyro Device
Adjustable Lid

31 patents:

1. 11957106 - Pet toy with treat dispensing gyro device (2024-04-16),
2. 10932443 - Treat dispensing pet toy (2021-03-02),
3. 10897874 - Pet toy with multiple sound producing features and method of entertaining an animal (2021-01-26),
4. 10524453 - Treat dispensing pet toy (2020-01-07),
5. 10433523 - Tennis ball toy with multiple sound features (2019-10-08),
6. 10292366 - Pet toy with multi-function modules (2019-05-21),
7. 10051838 - Pet toy with variable elasticity (2018-08-21),
8. D817562 - Pet toy (2018-05-08),
9. 9961880 - Pet toy with treat holding receptacles (2018-05-08),
10. D812320 - Pet toy with treat dispenser (2018-03-06),
11. D808088 - Cat toy (2018-01-16),
12. 9635837 - Pet toy with ball holding feature (2017-05-02),
13. 9497934 - Pet toy with integral noise making module (2016-11-22),
14. 9301496 - Pet toy treat dispenser (2016-04-05),
15. 9282724 - Pet toy with noise making device activated by expansion and contraction of toy (2016-03-15),
Company Overview
The Kong Company, LLC, based in Golden, Colorado, specializes in the design and manufacture of innovative pet products, particularly toys that promote healthy play and mental stimulation for dogs. Known for their durable and versatile rubber toys, the company focuses on enhancing the bond between pets and their owners through engaging and interactive products. Their commitment to quality and safety ensures that their offerings meet the needs of pet owners seeking reliable and enjoyable solutions for their furry companions.
Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 13 2026

The Kong Company, LLC USPTO Patent Assignee Logo
31 Patents

#14 in Golden, CO

#223 in Colorado

#10,927 in US

#21,260 in the World

Golden, CO (US)
Golden, CO, United States of America

The Kong Company, LLC

Forward Citations = 689

13 inventors:

goldMedal John James Stone (10 out of 28 patents)

silverMedal Chuck Costello (10 out of 10 patents)

bronzeMedal Joseph P Markham (9 out of 58 patents)

4.  David F Simon (4 out of 14 patents)

5.  Amy Brickle (3 out of 3 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: The Kong Company, LLC. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/kong-company

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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