Do you have a stack of empty toilet paper rolls lying around? Don’t throw them away just yet! With a little creativity, you can turn those rolls into easy and fun enrichment activities for your furry friend.
- Treat Dispenser: Stuff some of your dog’s favourite treats into a toilet paper roll and fold in the ends to create a simple treat dispenser. Your pup will enjoy the challenge of figuring out how to get the treats out.
- Puzzle Toy: Cut several toilet paper rolls into rings and connect them to make a puzzle toy. Hide some treats inside the rings and watch your dog work to get them out.
- Snuffle Mat: Cut several toilet paper rolls into small pieces and scatter them on a towel or small mat. Hide some treats among the rolls and encourage your dog to use their nose to find them.
- Agility Course: Use toilet paper rolls as markers for an impromptu agility course. Set them up in a zig-zag or figure-eight pattern and encourage your dog to weave through them.
- Tug Toy: Cut a toilet paper roll into strips and braid them together to make a simple tug toy. Or simply tug with the flattened roll. My dogs love this and then run away proudly with it when they win. It may not last forever, but it’s a fun and easy DIY project.
These easy and affordable enrichment activities will keep your dog’s mind and body engaged. And the best part? You’re recycling and reusing items that might otherwise go to waste. Give them a try and see how much your pup enjoys them!
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