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The models in detail
01
Stuffing and chewing
KONG Extreme
A fillable rubber toy to combine food enrichment with chewing.
The hollow centre gives you a simple way to make part of a meal more interesting. Start with an easy filling so your dog learns how to succeed. The Extreme rubber line is aimed at stronger chewers, but the name is not a promise that your dog cannot damage it.
A good fit for you if …your dog enjoys working food from a rubber toy.
Features & measurements
- Compare L, XL and XXL using the KONG size chart.
- KONG’s black Extreme rubber formula.
- Hollow centre for suitable food or treats.
Fit, care & buying checklist
Before you buy
Choose size by both dog and chewing behaviour. Keep openings unobstructed and remove the toy if material starts coming away.
Everyday care
Remove food residue after use and follow KONG cleaning guidance.
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02
Nudging and food puzzles
KONG Wobbler
An upright food dispenser that moves when nudged.
The Wobbler turns dry food into an activity: your dog moves it with nose or paws to release pieces. It is a different purchase from a rubber KONG for chewing. Try it on an easy-clean surface with enough room, and begin with kibble that moves freely through the opening.
A good fit for you if …your dog likes pushing objects and searching for food.
Features & measurements
- Compare the Large version; check the exact offer.
- Upright, rocking food-dispenser design.
- Opens for filling and cleaning.
Fit, care & buying checklist
Before you buy
Discourage chewing. Consider floor noise and space; supervise rather than leaving it as an all-day chew.
Everyday care
Empty and clean after use; follow the manufacturer’s dishwasher guidance.
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03
Open food enrichment
West Paw Toppl
A wide, open enrichment toy for accessible fillings.
The open top makes it easy to introduce a filling without making the first session too difficult. Soft internal shapes hold food in place. If your dog enjoys it, compatible sizes can be combined later; begin with one correctly sized toy and keep the challenge achievable.
A good fit for you if …you want an accessible food toy for calm supervised sessions.
Features & measurements
- Compare Large and XL; compatible sizes are sold separately.
- Fillable design with internal food-holding features.
- Compatible sizes can connect for a different challenge.
Fit, care & buying checklist
Before you buy
An enrichment toy for moderate chewing, not a guarantee for destructive chewers. Check the size combination before buying two.
Everyday care
Clean food from the interior after use according to West Paw guidance.
Manufacturer information ↗
04
Shared fetch
Chuckit! Ultra Ball
A buoyant rubber ball for games you play together.
The Ultra Ball suits owners who want a simple, visible fetch toy rather than a food puzzle. Its bounce and buoyancy allow different games, but the ball must be too large to swallow. Keep sessions controlled and mix retrieves with pauses or short searches.
A good fit for you if …your dog enjoys retrieving and you can choose a suitably large ball.
Features & measurements
- Choose Large, XL or XXL by mouth size; check diameter.
- Rubber ball with high bounce and buoyancy.
- Several sizes; launcher compatibility depends on ball size.
Fit, care & buying checklist
Before you buy
Do not select by colour or pack count alone. Check diameter and supervise water play; a floating ball does not make swimming safe.
Everyday care
Rinse off grit and inspect for splits before each session.
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05
Interactive problem-solving
Nina Ottosson Dog Brick
A food puzzle with sliding, lifting and opening actions.
Dog Brick is best approached as a small game you solve together. Show your dog an easy compartment first, then add the other actions as confidence grows. The removable covers create variety, but also mean this is equipment to supervise and put away rather than a toy to leave for chewing.
A good fit for you if …you enjoy guiding your dog through a food puzzle.
Features & measurements
- Dog Brick is a Level 2 puzzle with removable pieces.
- Three types of food-hiding compartments.
- Sliding parts, lids and removable bone-shaped covers.
Fit, care & buying checklist
Before you buy
Remove loose pieces if your dog tries to chew or swallow them. Start easier if the dog becomes frustrated.
Everyday care
Hand wash with soap and water; account for every removable part.
Manufacturer information ↗
06
Nose work indoors
TRIXIE Sniffing Carpet 32037
A fabric search mat for finding scattered dry food.
Hide a few pieces loosely between the strips and let your dog discover the game. Increase the hiding depth gradually instead of packing it tightly from the start. This gives you a quiet indoor activity, but a dog that pulls fabric apart needs close supervision or a different enrichment option.
A good fit for you if …your dog enjoys sniffing without chewing fabric.
Features & measurements
- TRIXIE item 32037; compare the exact model.
- Two different strip lengths.
- Removable insert helps the mat keep its shape.
Fit, care & buying checklist
Before you buy
This is a search activity, not a chew mat. Avoid leaving food inside or allowing fabric to be pulled out.
Everyday care
Follow the care label; the manufacturer advises removing the insert before washing.
Manufacturer information ↗
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