Outward Hound
Outward Hound Nina Ottosson Dog Brick Treat Puzzle (Level 2)
This is a researched pick — specs, prices, and owner reviews compared; not physically tested. Listing and price recorded Aug 6, 2026; confirm the current price on Amazon before buying. How we decide
Our verdict
🧩 Best Puzzle Toy
The tradeoff: A smart dog will crack it inside a week — plan to rotate puzzles.
+ What it gets right
- + Three layered mechanisms, not one repeated trick
- + Level 2 difficulty suits most dogs new to puzzles
- + Non-slip base stays put while the dog works it
- + Wipes clean; no batteries or moving parts to break
− Where it falls short
- − Clever dogs solve it in a week and get bored
- − Not dishwasher safe despite the plastic build
- − Removable bone pieces are chewable — supervise
Key specs
- material
- BPA-free plastic
- difficulty
- Level 2 (Intermediate)
- dimensions
- 12.8"
- mechanisms
- Sliding blocks, flip lids, bone covers
- non slip base
- Yes
Why this pick won
Nina Ottosson designed the category, and the Brick is the one to start with: sliding blocks, flip lids, and removable bone covers layer three different mechanisms in one board. A dog has to solve them in sequence rather than just nose at a hole, which is what separates a real puzzle from a treat dispenser.
Full specifications
As published by the manufacturer on the retailer listing, read August 6, 2026. Specs change without notice — confirm anything critical on the listing before you buy.
- Product Dimensions
- 12.75 x 9.25 x 2 inches; 8.82 ounces
- Manufacturer
- Outward Hound
- Breed Recommendation
- All Breed Sizes
- Recommended Uses For Product
- Indoor, Mental Health, Playing, Training
- Flavor
- No Flavor
- Target Species
- Dog
- Item Weight
- 250 g
- Unit Count
- 1 Count
- Size
- 1 Count (Pack of 1)
- Theme
- Animals
- Color
- Dog Brick (Red, White, Blue)
- Pattern
- Level 2 (Intermediate)
- Model Name
- Dog Brick
- Included Components
- DOG GAME
What the manufacturer claims
Outward Hound's own description, quoted from the product listing. These are marketing claims, not our findings — our assessment is the verdict and tradeoff above.
- Dog Puzzle Toy – Level 2 Intermediate: Perfect for beginners or smart pups, this Nina Ottosson dog puzzle offers a 3-in-1 challenge with easy, medium, and hard levels
- Boredom Buster: 15 minutes of brain-engaging play equals 30 minutes of physical activity, giving dogs of all ages the exercise they crave
- Engaging Puzzle Play: Keeps pets entertained while encouraging problem-solving and interactive play
- Multiple Ways to Play: Pick up bones, flip open lids, and move sliders to reveal hidden treats; Tips and Tricks included to adjust difficulty
- Mealtime Fun & Slow Feeding: Holds 3/4 cup of kibble or treats; doubles as a slow feeder to help slow down fast eaters and make mealtime more engaging