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Does your dog have too much energy in the morning and wish to expend some of that pent up energy before going on that morning walk so that they aren’t pulling you so much?
We have a solution for you!
Using an interactive treat dispenser as a pre-breakfast game/exercise before giving them a full breakfast will help your dog let out that pent up energy while providing them with a fun and rewarding experience.
In this review article, we’ll take a closer look at the features and benefits of OurPets IQ Treat Ball Interactive Dog Dispenser so you can decide if it’s the right toy for your dog.
What is OurPets IQ Treat Ball Interactive Dog Dispenser?
This treat dispenser toy is a plastic ball toy which you can open up and fill with dog food, kibble or treats. The toy has a small opening at the top that will slowly dispense the content when the ball is rolled, rewarding your dog for pushing the toy around.
How does this dispenser help release pent up energy in dogs?
As your dog learns that rolling this ball drops treats or kibble, he/she will continue pushing the ball around with its snout, providing mental and physical stimulation that provides an outlet for your dog’s energy.
How do you use it?
What we do for Max every morning is to put ¼ portion of his breakfast kibble in the ball and let him roll it around in the grass until he empties it. What’s cool about this dispenser is that you can set the difficulty level using the ball’s adjustable interior disc. A fully open hole in the disc will dispense the content more faster while making the hole smaller slows the rate.
Once he’s done emptying out the content, we give him the rest ¾ portion of his breakfast and go for a walk. We noticed great improvement with his leash pulling using this routine.
What other benefits does the dispenser provide?
Veterinarians recommend slow feeding because it helps in better digestion and reduce stomach bloat. By using this dispenser for morning routine, our Golden retriever gets his quarter portion of his breakfast slowly while moving it about.
Resulting in him releasing that energy as well as not scarfing down whatever is in front of him quickly. Which is a win-win as he is much calmer eating the rest of his breakfast, allowing him to enjoy the food in a healthier way.
OurPets IQ Treat Ball Interactive Dog Dispenser
★★★★★
Durable, interactive, and easy to use, it comes with a variety of features that make it great for keeping your dog engaged and active.
Pros
Sliding difficulty setting
Easy to clean
Aids in slow active feeding
Cons
Loud on hard floors
Conclusion
OurPets IQ Treat Ball Interactive Dog Toys provide numerous benefits to dog owners. Not only do they help dogs release pent up energy, it provides mentally stimulation and promotes healthy eating habits by limiting the amount of treats that can be consumed at one time. With 2 different sizes for small and large dogs, these toys are sure to create a challenging yet rewarding experience that will keep your dog happy.
