Nina Ottosson by Outward Hound Brick Puzzle Game Dog Toy

So far I’ve used this puzzle twice for Astra (German Shepard) and once with Rhea (Norwegian Elkhound). Both did great. May use this once a week? Gave them something new and interesting to do for a few minutes. Certainly not going to keep them busy for long. I just need to keep Astra a bit busier because she is a tad insane. I’m getting suspicious she may have come from a puppy mill unfortunately. Not sure. They bite at some of the pieces and pull them out but they are sturdy plastic and I’m right there when they are finding the treats. A big chewer could carry the pieces off and chew on them so they need to be watched. Easily rinses off with hot soapy water and air dry. I bought it also because So far I’ve used this puzzle twice for Astra (German Shepard) and once with Rhea (Norwegian Elkhound). Both did great. May use this once a week? Gave them something new and interesting to do for a few minutes. Certainly not going to keep them busy for long. I just need to keep Astra a bit busier because she is a tad insane. I’m getting suspicious she may have come from a puppy mill unfortunately. Not sure. They bite at some of the pieces and pull them out but they are sturdy plastic and I’m right there when they are finding the treats. A big chewer could carry the pieces off and chew on them so they need to be watched. Easily rinses off with hot soapy water and air dry. I bought it also because the price was pretty decent and hopefully will last a very long time if I take care of it and could be used years from now for maybe another future dog I will have as well. Looking at it also as long term.Hope so anyways. … more

I bought this toy after the bone puzzle by the same manufacturer was a success. I have a 5 year old Maltipoo, full of energy, and a 14.5 year old BLIND, DEAF, VERTIGO challenged (residual effects) Cocker Spaniel. The first time through, both were slow, but finally successfully in retrieving all the treats. Imagine how happy I was to have the Cocker, with all her impairments, love to do this game. Her life is sleeping on her bed. No stimulation. No interest in toys. This has given her something to do and a reward. The Maltipoo is a bit faster, and as a rescue from a breeder not used to playing or enjoying toys. I couldn't be more pleased, and have in fact, already bought one to give to I bought this toy after the bone puzzle by the same manufacturer was a success. I have a 5 year old Maltipoo, full of energy, and a 14.5 year old BLIND, DEAF, VERTIGO challenged (residual effects) Cocker Spaniel. The first time through, both were slow, but finally successfully in retrieving all the treats. Imagine how happy I was to have the Cocker, with all her impairments, love to do this game. Her life is sleeping on her bed. No stimulation. No interest in toys. This has given her something to do and a reward. The Maltipoo is a bit faster, and as a rescue from a breeder not used to playing or enjoying toys. I couldn't be more pleased, and have in fact, already bought one to give to a friend. I love the stimulation this toy plus the bone toy gives them both. My dogs weigh in at 10 and 20 pounds, so pushing it around on a mat, it stays fairly stationary. I highly recommend these toys and Chewey for their fantastic support and service. … more

My puppy injured her leg and the vet said to keep her as still as possible, which of course left me asking "How?!?! And she'll be miserable..." This toy happened to arrive a couple days latter (I ordered it before the injury), and was a huge help! She's a very playful and smart pup (Rhodesian Ridgeback x Black Lab), but this was a good challenge that took her some time to learn and keeps her from running/jumping/tumbling too much. My one complaint is that the plastic is pretty easily marked up when she chews on it, but for now that's a good thing because it makes it more difficult for her to open the lids, increasing play time. It might reach a point where the lids don't work at all, though My puppy injured her leg and the vet said to keep her as still as possible, which of course left me asking "How?!?! And she'll be miserable..." This toy happened to arrive a couple days latter (I ordered it before the injury), and was a huge help! She's a very playful and smart pup (Rhodesian Ridgeback x Black Lab), but this was a good challenge that took her some time to learn and keeps her from running/jumping/tumbling too much. My one complaint is that the plastic is pretty easily marked up when she chews on it, but for now that's a good thing because it makes it more difficult for her to open the lids, increasing play time. It might reach a point where the lids don't work at all, though, if I'm not careful about taking the lids away from her when she pulls them off. … more

This is the 1st puzzle I have bought for my 2.5 yr old dog & he loves it. When I set it up the 1st night, he found areas for treats that I didn't realize were there. The 2nd time he played with it, took him just a few minutes to find all the treats but he loves the game. Amazed all of us how quickly he figured out how to get to all the hidden spaces, so smart. Take it out every few days and he can't wait for me to finish filling it up so he can play. He cries w/joy until I put it down for him. Haven't tried hiding it yet but plan to. Will also buy another one, next level up; he loves a challenge!

I have a German shepherd puppy (10 months) and a husky mix (11 years). They both love this game so much and it truly is a great way to keep them occupied and awesome for their mental stimulation. I have another Nina Ottosson puzzle and they’re all super high quality and the dogs love it. Great game to keep them occupied too while cooking or watching tv.

Mental stimulation is so important for dogs. This not only gives them the mental workout they need but also nourishes them with their favorite kibble or treats. 3 levels of puzzle solving, the harder they work, the more they're rewarded. Daisy patiently waits while I set hers up, then she makes her way through the various levels of hidden compartments.

I have a 20lbs dog & 50lbs dog, and they enjoy this. They are used to puzzle feeders, so a new one never takes them long to figure out. I really like this one, because it accommodates a cup of food. Some of the others I have only hold a half cup. The plastic is easy to clean. My bigger dog will frequently pull off the lid on the little red cups, but they easily snap back on. The white pieces are removable, and often go flying across the room. If you have a dog that likes to chew on plastic (or a puppy), I would either not recommend this, OR be sure that you are watching while they play with this. My dogs have yet to pull the red cups out of the toy completely, though not for lack of trying I have a 20lbs dog & 50lbs dog, and they enjoy this. They are used to puzzle feeders, so a new one never takes them long to figure out. I really like this one, because it accommodates a cup of food. Some of the others I have only hold a half cup. The plastic is easy to clean. My bigger dog will frequently pull off the lid on the little red cups, but they easily snap back on. The white pieces are removable, and often go flying across the room. If you have a dog that likes to chew on plastic (or a puppy), I would either not recommend this, OR be sure that you are watching while they play with this. My dogs have yet to pull the red cups out of the toy completely, though not for lack of trying (the little dog is a terrier, LOVES to dig at these toys). My only tiny, teeny complaint is how much the toy moves on a hard surface as they are working at it. It does make it more challenging for them, but I am constantly "rescuing" the toy from under furniture. … more

My dog is not a big chewer and she has never been very interested in toys, but she is extremely food motivated so I decided to try this out as a small activity to occupy her once or twice during the day. While it doesn't take her extremely long to get through the puzzle, and she's getting faster each time, I can tell she loves sniffing through all the compartments and being rewarded with a treat each time. It also calms her down after completing the puzzle since it does take a little bit of effort to get through everything.

We started using a puzzle that required 3 different ways to access the treats. Sliding covers with her nose, pushing small levers with her nose, and removing upright pieces to access the food. She mastered this puzzle within a week so we moved on to this puzzle which proved more challenging. We stated out without the bone shaped pieces and included the bones once the puzzle was finished with little ease. We use treats until such time as she turned her nose up to her puppy food. Then we put the puzzle away for several days until she would look for her dog food as the reward. I recommend these puzzles for your bored puppy or dog.

I have 2 dogs and 2 cats. Not all are interested in these games. I knew the 2 that would play with it. I have one cat that absolutely loves this game and my German Shepherd really likes it as well. I bought 2 other puzzles at the same time the only downside is loose pieces that can get lost. I highly recommend this puzzle for the cat or dog that likes to solve puzzles. Great good quality and fun for them.