If your dog gets easily bored, starts chewing the sofa, or (like our Hugo) whines plaintively when you’re busy, it might be time to add a dog puzzle toy to your routine.
The Brightkins Kanoodle Dog Edition brings the brain-teasing fun of the viral human Kanoodle game to your four-legged friend – turning treat time into a clever, engaging challenge.
We were gifted the Large Kanoodle Dog Edition for Hugo, and it’s quickly become one of his favourite interactive dog toys.
This clever treat puzzle features 14 hidden compartments concealed beneath nine rotating and three removable puzzle pieces. Your dog uses their nose and paws to sniff, nudge, spin, and slide the pieces to uncover the rewards.
Built from durable, pet-safe materials, the Kanoodle Dog Edition also comes with a training guide written by a certified dog trainer, helping you set the right difficulty level for your dog.
We filled Hugo’s Kanoodle with small chunks of his favourite cheese and let him loose. After some sniffing and determined pawing, he finally lifted the first piece. (It’s tempting to help out, but give your dog time and they’ll usually suss it out). Sniffing, nudging, and chomping his way through the puzzle kept Hugo focused and entertained for several minutes. Now, every time we bring it out, it’s instant tail-wagging time.
🐾 Key Benefits of the Kanoodle Dog Puzzle Toy
- Mental stimulation & enrichment: Encourages problem-solving, focus, and learning
- Boredom relief: Keeps dogs busy and engaged on rainy or quiet days
- Slower eating: Dispenses treats gradually to support healthy digestion
- Confidence boost: Getting hold of the hidden treats reinforces positive behaviour and resilience
💡 Tips for Getting the Most Out of This Interactive Dog Toy
- Use high-value treats (cheese and chicken should go down well) to keep motivation high
- Start by placing a few treats on top of the toy so they get an idea of what to do
- Supervise playtime – Hugo did try to trot off with one of the removable pieces to have a chew on it, which wouldn’t have ended well
- Perfect for indoor enrichment when outdoor walks aren’t possible
🛒 Where to Buy the Brightkins Kanoodle Dog Edition
The Large Kanoodle Dog Edition is available from Amazon.co.uk , £29.95. There’s also a Small Kanoodle Dog Edition (with nine hidden treat compartments and no removable pieces) for £20.
More information at Brightkins
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