Stuff a puzzle toy or snuffle mat with treats. Great for mental stimulation and satisfying natural foraging instincts.

Hide in another room and call your pet to find you—or hide treats around the house. Builds recall skills and sharpens their nose work.

Use a durable toy and teach simple commands like “take it” and “drop it.” It’s energizing, and helps with impulse control.

Play classic fetch, or toss a ball into different directions to surprise them. It’s great cardio and keeps them alert.

Teach fun tricks like shake, spin, or roll over. Trick training is a brain workout and builds trust between you and your pet.

Hide a treat under one of three cups and shuffle them. Encourages problem-solving and focus.

Freeze treats or toys in a bowl of water. On hot days, it’s cooling and keeps them busy as they lick and nudge it.

Lay a scent trail of treats in your backyard or hallway. Great for sniffing satisfaction and natural hunting behavior.

Set up safe meetups with other dogs or friendly pets. Builds social skills and burns energy through play.