02/05/2022
๐ฉ Do you have a dog new to snufflingโ A puppy, new rescue or even a senior that has never used a snuffle ball beforeโA great way to get your dog set up for this more advanced enrichment toy is to teach your dog the "find it" game๐
๐You can introduce the find it game first by scattering small treats on the ground and asking your dog to "find it." Do this a few times at different locations throughout your walk or while hanging out in the yard. Once your dog understands that "find it" means search for treats you can then move on to hiding on more challenging surfaces like rocks, benches, trees or on rainy days inside your home. This will help give your dog the foundation they need for searching a more challenging toy like the snuffle ball with their noseโ
The find it game will make for a smoother transition to the snuffle ball which is a more convenient way to provide the natural foraging outlet dogs need to perform daily. The snuffle ball gives you that option to provide your dogs foraging fun on the go! The vets, visiting a friend's place, boarding, training class, cafe patios or car rides are all situations where having a longer lasting enrichment toy like the snuffle ball will be extremely beneficial to you and your dog.
If your dog finds the ball too challenging you can always start with a snuffle mat which is fantastic for snuffling beginners.
๐ปAlways supervise play with our snuffle balls, they are not indestructible and require supervision. Put away the ball when your dog is finished as this will not only prevent chewing but also help keep the toy a high value option that they won't get bored of๐
โญ๏ธMake sure to tag us ๐ฆฎ๐ฉ๐ we love seeing your pups enjoy our handmade products ๐
Happy Snuffling ๐
