Wooden mini Sudoku puzzle – advanced level

With its 6 compartments and 5 movable pieces, this wooden intelligence game transforms a few treats into a real puzzle to solve. Simply hide the rewards in the compartments, then let your cat or small dog observe, sniff, and test different strategies to figure out how to slide the elements with their paw or snout and access what's hidden underneath.

Each animal approaches the game in its own way: some start by extensively exploring the openings with their snout, while others immediately try to move the pieces. This search engages their sense of smell, curiosity, concentration, and problem-solving ability, while providing true motivation to continue thanks to the hidden treats.

This advanced-level model is particularly suitable for animals already accustomed to puzzle games or who enjoy slightly more complex challenges. The pieces must be moved in the correct order to free up access to the different hiding places, which requires more observation and perseverance than a beginner's game.

With its compact size of 22.1 × 15.5 × 3 cm, it is suitable for cats and small dogs. Made of wood, it can be used with small dry treats suitable for the animal and easily refreshed by changing their location to vary the games and maintain interest.

This model was also a finalist at the Global Pet Expo 2019. It bears the designation Fear Free, associated with an approach attentive to emotional well-being and stress reduction in animals.