How popular isKONG in search?
In August 2026, there were an estimated 78.6K branded searches for KONG worldwide which held steady over the last 11 months. KONG holds 70.4% estimated Share of Search among pet bed brands worldwide and is ranked 1st of 5 competitors for search popularity. These are worldwide searches for English-language branded terms.
KONG70.4%
Bark19.9%Paws for Life5.9%
Snooza3.2%
Best Friends by Sheri0.64%
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Which pet bed brands compete with KONG?
Share of Search by month for KONG, Bark, Paws for Life, Snooza. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of search table
| Month | KONG | Bark | Paws for Life | Snooza | Best Friends by Sheri |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 70.2% | 19.8% | 5.9% | 3.2% | 0.89% |
| Nov 2025 | 73.5% | 18.3% | 4.5% | 3% | 0.68% |
| Dec 2025 | 77.4% | 15.9% | 3.9% | 2.1% | 0.76% |
| Jan 2026 | 75.9% | 15.5% | 4.6% | 3.1% | 0.91% |
| Feb 2026 | 76.5% | 15.6% | 4.7% | 2.5% | 0.76% |
| Mar 2026 | 75.4% | 14.8% | 5.4% | 3.6% | 0.72% |
| Apr 2026 | 72.1% | 17.3% | 6.3% | 3.4% | 0.84% |
| May 2026 | 68.2% | 19.2% | 7% | 4.7% | 0.93% |
| Jun 2026 | 68.3% | 19.2% | 7% | 4.7% | 0.76% |
| Jul 2026 | 69.4% | 18.6% | 6.8% | 4.5% | 0.74% |
| Aug 2026 | 70.4% | 19.9% | 5.9% | 3.2% | 0.64% |
| Sep 2026 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Rank | Brand | Share of Search | Estimated monthly branded searches | vs prior month | Share change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, held 1st | 70.4% | 78.6K | +16.3% | +1 points | |
| 2, held 2nd | 19.9% | 22.2K | +22.7% | +1.3 points | |
| 3, held 3rd | 5.9% | 6.6K | 0% | -0.9 points | |
| 4, held 4th | 3.2% | 3.6K | -18.2% | -1.3 points | |
| 5, held 5th | 0.64% | 720 | 0% | -0.1 points |
1.
KONG70.4%
Held 1st. 78.6K estimated branded searches, +16.3% vs prior month. Share +1 points.
2.
Bark19.9%
Held 2nd. 22.2K estimated branded searches, +22.7% vs prior month. Share +1.3 points.
5.9%
Held 3rd. 6.6K estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share -0.9 points.
4.
Snooza3.2%
Held 4th. 3.6K estimated branded searches, -18.2% vs prior month. Share -1.3 points.
0.64%
Held 5th. 720 estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share -0.1 points.
Compare search popularity between KONG and its closest rivals
How has branded search demand for KONG changed worldwide over the last 12 months?
2 findings
- Across the 11 months ending August 2026, estimated monthly branded searches for KONG worldwide held steady at 78.6K.
- Across the 11 months ending August 2026, KONG’s estimated Share of Search among pet bed brands worldwide peaked at 77.4% in December 2025 and was lowest at 68.2% in May 2026.
How did search popularity change for pet bed brands worldwide in August 2026?
5 changes

In August 2026, Bark gained estimated Share of Search among pet bed brands worldwide, from 18.6% to 19.9%.

In August 2026, KONG gained estimated Share of Search among pet bed brands worldwide, from 69.4% to 70.4%.

In August 2026, Snooza lost estimated Share of Search among pet bed brands worldwide, from 4.5% to 3.2%.
In August 2026, Paws for Life lost estimated Share of Search among pet bed brands worldwide, from 6.8% to 5.9%.

Estimated monthly branded searches for Best Friends by Sheri worldwide fell 28% over 11 measured months, from 1K to 720 in August 2026.
Where does KONG compete?
| Competitor set | Rank | Share of Search | Ranking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pet hair removers | 2nd of 6 | 11.5% | Show ranking |
| Dog coats | 2nd of 6 | 29.9% | Show ranking |
| Dog collar brands | 1st of 5 | 41.4% | Show ranking |
| Dog toy brands | 1st of 5 | 56.8% | Show ranking |
| Pet bed brands | 1st of 5 | 70.4% | Shown above |
| Dog seat covers | 1st of 6 | 88.7% | Show ranking |
How is KONG measured?
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using KONG’s name. When viewed over time, estimated search volumes for these branded terms can be used to understand whether interest in the brand is growing, holding steady, or fading.
2 branded search terms
- kong dog toy
- kong toys
Who owns KONG?
KONG is owned by The KONG Company. Brandwave does not track any other brands owned by The KONG Company.
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