Nina Ottosson puzzle toys
Nina Ottosson is one of the best-known names in interactive dog puzzles, built around games a dog has to work out through sliding, lifting or spinning pieces to reach a hidden treat. They suit a dog who needs mental stimulation alongside physical exercise, particularly a food-motivated or easily bored one.
What the range is built around
Every game in the range works on the same basic idea — hide treats or kibble under moveable pieces and let the dog work out how to get to them, whether that means nudging a slider, flipping a lid, or spinning a wheel. The difficulty increases across different games, so there is usually a next step once a dog masters an easier puzzle.
This kind of problem-solving genuinely tires a dog out mentally in a way that a walk alone does not always manage, which is why puzzle toys like these are often recommended for dogs who seem restless despite getting plenty of physical exercise.
What we stock and who it suits
Our range includes several of the brand's dog puzzles, from the beginner-friendly Dog Casino and Treat Tumble through to the more advanced Dog Smart and Dog Rumble games. What is shown in the grid above reflects what we currently have available to order.
They suit food-motivated dogs particularly well, since the reward for solving each puzzle is the treat hidden inside, but any dog who enjoys a challenge can benefit. Start with an easier game if your dog has not used a puzzle toy before, so they don't lose interest before working out how it functions.
They are also genuinely useful for a dog who bolts their food, since spreading a meal across a puzzle rather than a bowl naturally slows eating down. Rotating between a couple of different games in the range tends to keep a clever dog interested for longer than sticking to just one.
The range
Everything below is in stock with us, priced with delivery worked out, and packed and posted by hand in the UK.
Interactive Activity Ball Dog Toy with Cover
A bouncy activity ball in a tough zip-on cover that keeps dogs chasing, nudging and herding for hours.
From£23.99
Self-Moving Chew-Resistant Dog Ball
A USB-C rechargeable ball that moves on its own to keep dogs busy and active. Tough E-TPU construction stands up to chewing during supervised play, and the splash-resistant build suits indoor or outdoor use.
£15.99
Inflatable Herding Ball for Dogs with Pump
A large inflatable herding ball with pump that taps into your dog's chase instinct.
From£19.99
Remote-Controlled Jumping Ball Dog Toy
A self-rolling, light-up ball that jumps and rolls to keep dogs entertained. A paw-shaped remote sets three activity gears, so both small and large dogs can chase and play. Rechargeable and tough against chewing.
From£19.99
Inflatable Herding Ball for Dogs
A large inflatable ball too big for a dog to pick up, with a bite-resistant double-layer shell that slow-deflates if punctured, for high-drive chasing and nudging.
£23.99
Inflatable Herding Ball with Handles for Dogs
A large, tough inflatable herding ball that taps into your dog's natural chase-and-nudge instinct. Reinforced bite-resistant fabric and grab handles make it great for active outdoor play with medium and large breeds.
£29.99
Durables Toy Crocodile
The crocodile from Red Dingo's Durables line: solid hardware, hard-wearing materials and a five-year manufacturer guarantee, which is rare enough to be the reason to buy.
£20.49
Plush Strawberry Snuffle Mat
An interactive foraging mat with removable plush strawberries that hide treats and kibble. Encourages natural snuffling and slows feeding, providing mental enrichment for dogs, rabbits and guinea pigs alike.
From£13.99
Tuffy Junior Zoo Hippo
A junior-sized Tuffy hippo built in bonded layers with webbed, multi-row stitched seams, light enough for smaller dogs and puppies, that floats and is machine washable.
£18.99
No-Stuffing Crinkle Plush Dog Toy
A cuddly stuffing-free plush lion with built-in crinkle and dual squeakers to keep small and medium dogs entertained. Less mess if chewed open, and the soft body is machine washable for easy cleaning.
£10.99
Tuffy No Stuff Ultimate Ring Red Paw
Meet the Tuffy No Stuff Ultimate Ring Red Paw — one of the toughest dog toys we stock. Tuffy build their toys in multiple bonded layers with several rows of stitching and protective webbing on the seams, so they stand up to serious chewers far better than an ordinary plush. They float, and they’re machine washable (air dry).
£13.99
Chase Buddy Boredom Busting Dog Toy
A sturdy chase toy for dogs left alone for short spells, redirecting the energy that turns into barking, pacing and chewed skirting boards into active play.
£23.99
Common questions
- Are Nina Ottosson puzzles suitable for puppies?
- Many of the easier games in the range work well for puppies, though supervision is a good idea while they are learning how a new toy works. Start with a simpler puzzle and move on to harder ones as your puppy gets the hang of it.
- What treats work best in a puzzle toy?
- Small pieces of your dog's normal kibble or a soft treat that breaks into small pieces both work well, since the goal is for your dog to be motivated to keep working at the puzzle rather than finishing too quickly with one large treat.
- How do I know which difficulty level to start with?
- If your dog has never used a puzzle toy before, start with one of the easier games so they can work out the basic idea without becoming frustrated. Most dogs progress to harder puzzles quickly once they understand how the mechanism works.
- Can these puzzles replace a walk?
- No, they are a good addition to physical exercise rather than a replacement for it. Mental stimulation from a puzzle toy complements a walk well, particularly for a dog who still has energy after being physically exercised.
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Written by Matt Garnett, who runs Giddy Pets and is a lifelong pet owner — not a vet. This is general information, not veterinary advice, and it cannot replace an examination by the vet who knows your animal. How we write these guides.