Our snuffle range is designed for organised enrichment. As with any activity, dogs may need training to take part safely and appropriately. Snuffle activities should be beneficial to the dog and support may be needed to ensure the activity is a positive experience. ACE Freework Every cube is unique, but if you have a preferred colour scheme, just ask and we will see what we can do. Mental Stimulation: Sniffing is mentally stimulating for dogs and provides them with an opportunity to use their sense of smell, which is one of their most important senses. It helps keep their minds sharp and active, reducing boredom and preventing destructive behaviors. Ruffle Snuffle Ball- Fleece strips tied around the outside of a JW Hole-ee rubber ball. Approximate diameter of ball and fleece strips 22cm.

Exploration: Sniffing provides dogs with an opportunity to explore their environment and learn more about the world around them. This is especially important for dogs that spend a lot of time indoors, as it provides them with a much-needed outlet for their natural curiosity. Using different types of food varies the challenge as your dog searches for the different smells. Using the different activities provides varied enrichment and levels of difficulty. You can spread out a selection of snuffle activities around a room or in the garden, to offer your dog choice and variety. Giving choice is fantastic enrichment, particularly if used with a variety of food too.Our snuffle range can be used with your dog’s normal dry food or with different dry treats, freeze dried raw food, cooked meat, fruit and vegetables. Hide food in the mats and balls for your dog to sniff out and re-fill for longer engagement. Our snuffle mats and other snuffle activities are a super useful aid for all dog parents. Dogs are born to sniff! The part of the brain responsible for analysing smells is 40 times bigger in dogs compared to humans. Bonding: Sniffing is also a great opportunity for dogs to bond with their owners. When you let your dog sniff, you are engaging with them and providing them with the mental and physical stimulation that they need to thrive. We offer a range of snuffle mats, snuffle balls and dog activity mats for canine enrichment, ACE Freework, scent games and fun. Can also be used for cats! We recommend your dog is supervised at all times whilst using their snuffle activity, they are not chew toys. Whilst every care has been taken in manufacture, the snuffle range is not indestructible. Frustration may occur with some dogs, who may need assistance to learn how to extract food without damaging the mat or ball. Remove access once your dog has naturally finished.

You can use the Toppl like a Kong Classic and stuff it with food as a calm way to keep your dog occupied.

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We don’t need to tell you that dogs have unique personalities, just like us, and will therefore enjoy different toys. Their age and breed may also affect their preferences. The West Paw Toppl puzzle toy can help keep your dog mentally stimulated by enabling them to work for their dinner. Physical Exercise: Sniffing is also a physical activity for dogs and provides them with an opportunity to stretch their legs and get some exercise. This is especially important for breeds that have a lot of energy, as it helps them to expend some of that energy in a positive way. Remove the cube when not in use. Supervise at all times. This is not chew proof, nor indestructible but an activity designed to combine mental and physical stimulation for your dog by sniffing and searching. Remove the cube if your dog starts gnawing on the fabric or trying to pull it apart. Play hide-and-seek: Hide-and-seek is a fun game that allows your dog to use their sense of smell to locate hidden treats or toys.