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Updated on 26th October 202313th March 2021Canine Enrichment Dog Life Enrichment Pet Health

Canine Enrichment: The Ultimate Guide to a Dog’s Needs

The term canine enrichment sounds a bit complicated, especially if you are a new dog owner, but here at Ruffle Snuffle we will demystify it and give you some great ideas for enriching your dog’s life and environment. Engaging in innate behaviours to canines, such as sniffing, fetching, digging, chewing and licking, are incredibly satisfying for your dog. You can make your dog happier by providing lots of different opportunities for these activities. This is what we mean by canine enrichment. While you may think that canine enrichment is something to do every once in a while to entertain your …

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Updated on 26th October 202312th March 2021Dog Life Enrichment

Are Dog Puzzles Worth The Money? We Find Out

There are plenty of times where dogs and puppies need something more tailored to play and engage with. While stores are laden with plenty of toys and gadgets, they often fall short when it comes to developing various skills. But, are dog puzzles really worth the money? Dog puzzle toys are worth investing in as they aid in the development of various skills regardless of age or breed. Some puzzles focus on hunting and problem solving with different levels of difficulty demanding more activity than others. Puzzles valuable enrichment and stimulation. Although dog puzzles are definitely worth the money, there …

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Updated on 26th October 20237th March 2021Enrichment Dog Life

Destruction Box: DIY Brain Games for Dogs

If you are looking for a simple, cost-effective way to keep your dog entertained indoors, then a destruction box ( sometimes called a busy box or foraging box) is the activity for you. What is a destruction box for dogs? A cardboard box filled with scrunched up paper, egg boxes and toilet rolls that contain hidden treats. Dogs use their noses and brains to forage for the treats in the box providing food, mental and physical enrichment. With a year of online shopping under our belts, we have a huge collection of boxes in different shapes and sizes. You’ll always have …

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Updated on 26th October 20238th February 2021Dog Life Enrichment Things to make

Easy Homemade Lick Mat [and how to use it]

Who doesn’t love a lick mat. So versatile and so simple. Dolly always enjoys hers. What is a lick mat for dogs? A lick mat is a rubber or silicone mat that has a patterned surface designed to lock in soft food and is used to encourage the act of licking. A lick mat is designed to help calm a nervous dog and provide some extra enrichment. It can be used in any environment, such as the home or kennels and is commonly seen in veterinary surgeries and groomers. Licking is an innate behavior that provides comfort and relaxation as …

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Updated on 26th October 20231st February 2021Training & Advice Canine Enrichment Dog Life Enrichment Puppy Life

5 Ways to Use a Snuffle Mat With Your Dog: Canine Enrichment Ideas

The Ruffle Snuffle mat is an enrichment activity designed to use your dogs greatest sense, their nose. The action of sniffing out a treat is hugely satisfying and self-rewarding for your dog ( just like barking, but not as noisy!).

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