5 enrichment ideas for your pup 💭🐶

Layla
3 minutes ago
2 min read

Hey everyone!

If you’re anything like me, you love finding ways to keep your dog entertained, happy, and mentally stimulated other than just a walk. Enrichment isn’t just about spoiling your pup (although we’re totally here for that) — it’s about meeting their natural needs and instincts in a fun and fulfilling way.

So here are 5 enrichment ideas that are super easy, affordable, and guaranteed to earn you that big tail wag.

1. Snuffle Balls: Let That Nose Work! 👃🎾

Dogs love sniffing — it’s their superpower! A snuffle ball taps into that natural foraging instinct, turning treat-time into an adventure. Just hide a few dry treats or kibble pieces in the fleece layers and watch your dog go to town.

🧠 Fun fact: According to animal behaviour experts, 15 minutes of sniffing is as tiring as an hour-long walk!

2. Lick Mats: Calm the Chaos 🧼🐾

Perfect for bath time, nail trimming, or just to slow your dog down after zoomies. Smear on some peanut butter, Greek yogurt, or canned food, and let them get to work. Licking releases endorphins = natural calming vibes.

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💡 Pro tip: Freeze it for a longer-lasting challenge (and some peace and quiet).

3. Toilet Roll Treat Puzzle: Budget-Friendly Brilliance ♻️

One of my fave DIY enrichment games! I made a whole video about it over on Tiktok – it's so easy, all you need is a toilet roll, a few treats, and a dog with a detective’s nose.

Just fold the ends of the roll closed with treats inside, and let your pup figure it out. Bonus: it's great for recycling!

4. Slow Feeders = Happy Tummies 🐕🍽️

If your dog hoovers their food like it’s a race (Oggie 👀), a slow feeder is a must. Slowing down their eating helps with digestion, reduces bloating, and adds an extra layer of mental challenge.

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5. Scatter Feeding: The OG Sniff Game 🌿✨

Sometimes, the best enrichment is the simplest! Just grab a handful of kibble or treats and scatter them in the grass, around the backyard, or even inside your house. It mimics natural hunting behaviour and slows things down (in the best way).

💭 When I told my trainer that Juno kept flipping his slow feeder or shaking out his snuffle ball, she laughed and said, “Well… sounds like he’s invented his own scatter feeding game!” It wasn’t the activity I planned, but it was still mentally enriching — and that’s what matters!

Whether you’ve got a high-energy pup like Juno or just looking to fulfil your little one's day, enrichment is an easy way to boost their happiness and well-being.

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Let me know which idea you try first — or tag @junoandoggie so we can see your dog in action!

Lots of love,

Layla & Loukia