Nina Ottosson by Outward Hound Brick Puzzle Game Dog Toy

My dog got all of the kibble out of this in less than five minutes on his first try, but if that was my criterion for reviews they would all fail! There’s room for a decent amount of kibble in this, and you can make it harder or easier. The tray is relatively light, so if you have a larger dog like me, or even a smaller determined one, the dog can move it and/or flip it over. Mouse has his eyes on the prize so he didn’t try to chew on the white hollow bone pieces once they were off, but I would be careful with dogs that tend to chew plastic. Kibble can go in the middle parts under the white bones, and then also inside the red boxes and underneath them. Your dog will need to remove the white bones My dog got all of the kibble out of this in less than five minutes on his first try, but if that was my criterion for reviews they would all fail! There’s room for a decent amount of kibble in this, and you can make it harder or easier. The tray is relatively light, so if you have a larger dog like me, or even a smaller determined one, the dog can move it and/or flip it over. Mouse has his eyes on the prize so he didn’t try to chew on the white hollow bone pieces once they were off, but I would be careful with dogs that tend to chew plastic. Kibble can go in the middle parts under the white bones, and then also inside the red boxes and underneath them. Your dog will need to remove the white bones in order to slide the red boxes over, which mouse doesn’t immediately know to do even after three uses so I’m calling those spots tricky! I’m pleased with this toy, it takes me longer to fill than it does mouse to empty it. Our other dog is still working on figuring out how to get kibble out of a clear bottle with the labels off so it will take her a while to be ready for this one. :P I’ll also note the bones are the same bones on the other toys of this brand, for whatever that is worth! I misplaced one from this for a bit and was able to use one from the “tornado” toy … more

My 3-year-old Cane Corso mix loves this particular puzzle more than any of his other toys. This, however, is due to the fact that he figured out how to remove the lids and slide the boxes in less than 5 minutes (entirely on his own, I didn't even give him a demo). I still fill it up and let him play with it because he loves it so much, but it didn't quite do its intended job. All that being said, he does love it, and the quality is pretty good: durable plastic, lids are reattachable, nice bright colors. I'm giving it 5 stars for the quality and the joy my dog gets out of it, but I'll only recommend it for dogs who are, as my mom says, a few grapes short of a fruit salad. If your pup is like mine My 3-year-old Cane Corso mix loves this particular puzzle more than any of his other toys. This, however, is due to the fact that he figured out how to remove the lids and slide the boxes in less than 5 minutes (entirely on his own, I didn't even give him a demo). I still fill it up and let him play with it because he loves it so much, but it didn't quite do its intended job. All that being said, he does love it, and the quality is pretty good: durable plastic, lids are reattachable, nice bright colors. I'm giving it 5 stars for the quality and the joy my dog gets out of it, but I'll only recommend it for dogs who are, as my mom says, a few grapes short of a fruit salad. If your pup is like mine it's not really a challenge. … more

My Joey loves the interactive puzzles I get from CHEWY! I'm grateful for the variety they offer. Each time I set one down for him to discover & enjoy...he is so focused & energetic. He's now 9 months old. When I received this particular puzzle he was 4 months old. I, sincerely, apologize for the delay in getting this review posted. This particular puzzle is a bit different from the others. It took a bit longer for him to understand. I never leave him unattended with any of the puzzles. I purchased three more to give as gifts. THANK YOU CHEWY! (this photo was taken when puzzle was received)

My 8.5 pound chihuahua terrier mix looks so excited when I set this puzzle down for her. This level two puzzle is a fun challenge. I think she'd be able to solve it faster if she removed the white bone shaped treat covers completely. However, she often just nudges them out of the way just enough to eat her kibble. As a result, she has trouble sliding the red squares into the center which means she can get frustrated when she can't easily reach the treat compartment underneath. Sometimes she'll chew on the lid of the red square because she can smell the treats in the compartment below. I've been intervening at this point to show her how moving the white bone shaped treat covers over to the My 8.5 pound chihuahua terrier mix looks so excited when I set this puzzle down for her. This level two puzzle is a fun challenge. I think she'd be able to solve it faster if she removed the white bone shaped treat covers completely. However, she often just nudges them out of the way just enough to eat her kibble. As a result, she has trouble sliding the red squares into the center which means she can get frustrated when she can't easily reach the treat compartment underneath. Sometimes she'll chew on the lid of the red square because she can smell the treats in the compartment below. I've been intervening at this point to show her how moving the white bone shaped treat covers over to the floor will allow her to slide the red squares inward so that she can then reach the treat compartment below. I think she's starting to catch on--- we've only had this puzzle for a week. I was pleased that she was able to flip open the lids of the red squares and slide them inward with her nose without too much difficultly. I was worried that this might be too hard for her but it has provided the right amount of challenge. If your dog is already doing level one puzzle toys, treat balls, and slow feeders with ease I would encourage you to try this puzzle out. I love that I can look at my pup and see her wheels turning while she's working this puzzle. My only gripe is that one of the lids has popped off with what I consider gentle use. I was able to re-attach easily but I'd recommend keeping a close eye on your doggo while they use this since it isn't intended to be a super durable, free access chew toy. … more

My cat needs a lot of extra stimulation and she likes to chew on things that are not food (cardboard, string, socks, t-shirts, etc.). As a result, her mother is a nervous wreck and constantly trying to find new things to satiate her needs. I buy beef tendons, toy dog bones, and have tried a wide variety of other treats and toys sold for both cats and dogs. This puzzle toy is her favorite! All I have to do is hide her kibble in random places and let her go hunting for it. Have I mentioned how adorable it is to watch a tiny tuxedo cat open these little red doors? I think I enjoy it as much as she does and it gives her some of the mental stimulation she needs! Highly recommended this toy. It’s so My cat needs a lot of extra stimulation and she likes to chew on things that are not food (cardboard, string, socks, t-shirts, etc.). As a result, her mother is a nervous wreck and constantly trying to find new things to satiate her needs. I buy beef tendons, toy dog bones, and have tried a wide variety of other treats and toys sold for both cats and dogs. This puzzle toy is her favorite! All I have to do is hide her kibble in random places and let her go hunting for it. Have I mentioned how adorable it is to watch a tiny tuxedo cat open these little red doors? I think I enjoy it as much as she does and it gives her some of the mental stimulation she needs! Highly recommended this toy. It’s so versatile! … more

My dog Ahri enjoys playing and interacting with this puzzle. It may be a bit challenging at first but the more consistent you are playing this with your beloved doggy, the more fun it will be for them. My doggy was having a hard time figuring out how it works, so I did have to show her multiple times and also giving her extra help by taking off most of the middle bone and opening some of the little box. It's very stimulating and it will keep your doggy entertained and busy.

Our one year old basset hound destroyed this. In the process of finding and eating the treats inside she chewed the white plastic bones and tore the red box tops off their hinges. Now some of the white bones are too distorted to fit back properly on the puzzle. For us this is a puzzle that will require constant supervision to ensure she eats the treats not the parts.

This puzzle took my dog a good hour to figure out the first time. He has other puzzles that are pretty easy for him but could not figure out how to get the treats under the red boxes. It was a great challenge for him and still takes him more time than the rest of his puzzles. If your dog is a chewer, you're going to want to supervise carefully or avoid altogether though. It has a lot of small, plastic pieces they can attempt to make away with.

Our 20 yr old min schnauzer loves treats but has never been a toy player. 1st time I broke treats up in little pieces & put in all 12 compartments. I held it on my lap & she was after those treats. Really worked trying to figure out where they were. Each time now I either fill all or just fill the harder ones. It’s entertaining gor all of us to watch as well as her. I have a video of the 1st time she tried if you have a way for me to send it. Here’s a pic anyway.

Bought this along with a level 1 toy to give my puppy more complex things to do because she's very nosy and high-energy. She LOVES the sliding boxes and will push them around even when they are empty. Plus the lids are designed to be taken off so they don't break when pulled on. Once she's mastered this one I'll definitely get more difficult puzzles for her!