Nina Ottosson Dog Twister Puzzle Dog Toy

The idea behind the Dog Twister is the dog or cat is to look for treats by moving one block after another in a circle in different directions; the blocks can also be locked in position by a bone-shaped peg on the up-side of the game.
There are depressions under the blocks where treats can be hidden...

The idea...of the Dog Twister is for you and your dog or cat to have an enjoyable and fun time together.
Your dog or cat is to learn to look for treats by moving one block after another around in a circle in different directions.
There are hollows under the blocks where treats can be hidden.
The blocks can also be locked in position with pegs in holes around the up-side of the game. Your dog or cat is to learn to lift these pegs in order to be able to move the blocks and find the treats.
Teach your dog or cat words like: wait, go ahead, go back, find it, sit etc. while you are playing.
Enriches your relationship with your pet.
You show. Your dog/cat looks, listens and learns.
Give praise when they do the right thing.
Together you will have fun!

Use...
The first time you place treats in all the hollows, let your pet be present and watch.
Place the blocks so that some treats can be seen between some blocks.
Tell your dog or cat to "go ahead" and allow them to try and find the treats by themselves.
If your pet does not understand, point with your finger to a treat in a hollow. Praise your pet immediately when they do things right.
When your pet has understood what to do, you can hide a different number of treats each round, and it depends on the dog how many rounds you manage to do in a certain time.
If your pet tries to bite the game or the pieces, then put your hand over it and stop the game. When your pet has calmed down you can tell it to go ahead and let them try again.
If your pet repeatedly wants to bite, then teach them to work only with their paws.
If your pet would rather throw themselves on the game and beat excessively with their paw, then teach them to work with their nose by putting the game on a stool/chair which is adapted to the size of your pet.
This is also useful if your pet has an injured paw or if it has just had an operation.

Increase the degree of difficulty...
By locking the blocks with bone-shaped pegs which are to be placed in the hollows all around the up-side of the game.
Your dog or cat is to learn to unplug the blocks by lifting the pegs one by one in order to be able to move the blocks and then find the treats.
You can also hide treats under all the pegs.
Start by locking some of the blocks. Later when your pet has understood how it works, you can lock all the blocks.
The pegs can also be placed sideways in order to make it easier for your dog or cat to get hold of them.

Tips...
Mix some meaty dog or cat food with water, pour some of the mixture in the hollows, put the game in the freezer and let it set.
This is perfect for hot days or when your pet needs some extra activity.
Note: only under strict supervision.

Important...
Do not let the dog or cat chew or bite the toy, only play with it together with your dog/cat, do not leave the dog or cat unattended, the dog or cat must not play with or chew the blocks. Put away when the game is over.
Designed for dogs and cats, it is not a toy for a child.

•Skill Level: Mid to Expert
•Suits dogs and cats of all ages and sizes
•A tricky and activating game for you and your dog or cat
•Plastic, easy to clean