Easy DIY Enrichment Toys & Puzzles

For Dogs

Muffin Tin Treat Puzzle

• Pop treats or kibble into a muffin tray.
• Cover each hole with a tennis ball or scrunched-up paper.
• Let your dog figure out how to move the covers to get the treats.

Towel Roll-Up

• Sprinkle treats on an old towel.
• Roll it up like a burrito and let your dog unroll it to find the goodies.
• Add knots for extra challenge!

Bottle Spinner

• Take an empty plastic bottle, poke holes in it just big enough for kibble.
• Fill with dry food and let your dog roll it around to make the treats fall out.
• Always supervise and remove when done to avoid chewing the plastic.

For Cats

Toilet Roll Puzzle

• Save cardboard toilet rolls and stack or glue them into a box or shallow tray.
• Drop dry kibble or treats inside for your cat to fish out with paws.

Sock Toy with Catnip

• Take an old clean sock, stuff it with soft fabric or tissue paper.
• Add a pinch of catnip and knot the end.
• Bonus: Add a jingle bell inside for sound!

Treat Cup Hide-and-Seek

• Use 3 paper cups or small containers.
• Hide a treat under one, mix them around, and let your cat “guess” where the treat is.

Pro Tips:

• Rotate toys every few days to keep things fresh.
• Always supervise with homemade toys, especially if there are small parts or plastic.

Use your pet’s regular food to avoid overfeeding.