Trouble Dog Treat Puzzle

Trouble dog treat puzzle is a challenging interactive game for dogs where their parent can easily control level of difficulty from 1 paw to 4 paws. It's recommended for medium and large size dogs.

Trouble requires high level of dexterity and mental exercise and stimulates physical activity of your pet .

This puzzle can start off easy by using minimal pieces and treats, then advance to a multi-dimensional challenge!

A cube-shaped box with a lid is placed on a wooden base. There are two slits in the side walls with two tiles inserted inside of them . Each tile has a pull for easy removal from the slit by dog's mouth. Inside of the box the tiles are locked by "cylinders", under which the treats are placed. They need to be removed in order to slide the tiles out of the box and reach more treats placed on the floor of the box. The base has two additional "cylinders" placed on the sides where more treats are waiting to be discovered.

According to dog behaviorists, 10 minutes of mental stimulation through interactive play equals an hour of physical exercise. This is especially important for the dogs living in large cities where long walks are sometimes difficult, for senior dogs with ailments that do not allow for prolonged outings, and those living in cold climates where going outside can become a health risk.

How to play this game:

1. Begin slowly with one or two treats placed in one or two hiding spaces. Allow your dog to see where you've hidden them.
   
2. Verbally encourage your dog to sniff out the treats. Once located, your dog will try to bat the piece away to access the treat. 
3. Always reward your dog's efforts with praise; once they're able to locate the treat that becomes their reward.
4. As your dog becomes more adept at finds, increase the number of hiding locations.
5. Make sure to stay present with your dog while he is solving it, being an active cheerleader and witness to his achievement.

Dimensions: 13"x12"x5" Weight: 4lb

All our games and puzzles are made from certified wood covered with water-based varnish that is not harmful to humans and animals. Please keep the game dry and free of water exposure, as the wooden pieces may swell otherwise. Use only dry treats for playing with our games.

Keep out of reach of small children since removable parts can be a choking hazard to them.