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Rip-roaring Puzzle Games

Nina Ottosson is according to many dog psychologists and trainers around the world one of the best in developing and designing educational activity toys and puzzle games for you and your pets. The products are carefully developed, using only the best materials for optimal function and safety for the dogs. All Nina Ottosson puzzle games & toys are non-toxic, BPA, PVC and Phthalate free, and approved for food, we also have many games made of composite plastic, an eco-friendly material, which is a mixture of both wood and plastic. The composite plastic has a heavier design, which is excellent for dogs that are a little eager and tough. All our games in both plastic and composite can be washed with detergent in hot water, which means that both dry and wet food can be used.

These toys are multi-functional, excellent quality and superb additions for companion animals who are eager to work, learn or interact. We only list products that we have personal experience with & verified success stories to vouch for these innovative products.

Carol Smuts 1

“I bought the biggest cat scratcher they had, “Mansion’, 3 years ago and it’s still in great condition after actively being used by 4 cats…. Great products!” - Carol Smuts

Janet Hill 0

"A real quality item! Has lasted three years and still looks in great condition! My two cats love it especially in winter when they can curl up in the coves with blankets. My Siamese loves the top perch and uses it daily as his look out point. Very well made and worth the investment.” -Janet Hill

Debra de Klerk 0

“This item comes fully assembled, which is awesome. My cats love this cat tree, they sleep, play, and scratch away! My smaller cat loves to chill out on the top part and survey the apartment like the Queen she is, 😇. I would recommend this item!” - Debra de Klerk

Johan Van Eden 0

“This scratch post really exceeded my expectations! Beautifully designed, very well finished and quality materials used.” - Johan Van Eden

Sam Gerber 0

“Kitties approve! The post has a big and sturdy base and is well made, which makes it a winner when the kitten zoomies ensue 🙂 My cats immediately welcomed it as another surface to jump and play on and love the two different levels.“ - Sam Gerber

Sharlene Van Uys 0

“Happy Cat = Happy Owner. Very well made! Solid build, good size, and interactive. Excellent quality product!” - Sharlene Van Uys

Clarissa du Toit 0

“My cat and kitten can't get enough of this scratch post. They love this, especially the two tube beds near the bottom. perfect to lounge on and it's a nice size for a smaller place. beautifully made. very happy with our purchase.” - Clarissa du Toit

Shane Scott 0

“Buy this! I have had smaller cat trees and scratchers for my 4 yo ginger tabby and she has never really shown any interest - that's until now! Receiving this and watching her realize this was her toy was honestly one of the most cherished memories I have with my ginger kid. We play here in the middle of the night before dawn has come and at high noon every day. Would highly recommend!” - Shane Scott

Neel McLean 0

“I would most definitely recommend this Ming Inn Scratching Post to any other client; our cats' just love it! They took to it immediately, especially our little Sphynx, he's crazy over the lovely soft material - keeps on rolling about on them 🙂 Money well worth spent, 110% satisfied customer.” - Neel McLean

Deon van der Berg 0

“Both my kittens love it - we've had it for a few weeks now and they are currently 11weeks old. They play and sleep on it, and it's definitely one of their favourite places to be. Also protects my leather lounge suit, as they know they have their own place to scratch! Keeps them entertained daily. It's also really neat so fits into our living area quite well.” - Deon van der Berg

Chantelle Harris 0

“It’s really sturdy which makes our cats confident to use it. They all love it. The colour and design is really beyond my expectations!“ - Chantelle Harris

Jacques Theron 0

“The cat stand came pre-built, it's very stable and cats love it! I would highly recommend.”- Jacques Theron

David Johnson 0

“My cats love the Scratzme posts, best material and so much better than the ones with the flimsy velvet. I love the size of this one with the multiple scratching posts.” - David Johnson

Cheryl Steenkamp 0

“Best buy! My four cats absolutely love this scratching post. They prefer the post to scratch on now rather than our furniture. it's very sturdy and heavy so the cats can use it at the same time. It really is "the cats’ whiskers”! - Cheryl Steenkamp

Genevieve Scholtz 0

“They all love this scratch post! I didn’t expect it to be so big, at 1.8m it’s the perfect size and provides good options for my cats to play, scratch and even sleep on it. Since buying this scratch post they haven’t scratched the furniture at all so that is a huge plus. I love watching them play on it. Definitely worth the price and ecstatic that I bought it for them!” - Genevieve Scholtz

Alan Murphy 0

“My boys really love these beds, and this is the ONLY beds that they want to even think of laying on, even have the next-door neighbour’s cat visits to sit on it. It has become a HUGE attraction and proper piece of real estate in my home with my team all fighting over it. Once again, I would like to thank you so much for the wonderful and special products.” - Alan Murphy

Devon Krantz 0

“I just got home to 2 HUGE boxes!!! The cat trees are so exceptionally made and the cats already love them. Thank you so much! Also for the fast turn around time 👀 arrived earlier than I thought and truly happy with service and quality.” - Devon Krantz

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All dogs and cats regardless of size, breed and age can play with our games, there are 4 different difficulty levels, so there is a suitable level and game for everyone.

The motivation to solve them is what you put in the games. Some dogs and cats are very food-motivated and can eat their food in the games, while some are pickier and like something extra tasty to work for.

Nina Ottosson’s philosophy is that dogs and cats have four legs and one head, and all five need exercise in different ways daily, both physically and mentally, some require more than others, but everyone needs it.

Puzzle games are mentally challenging, it´s fun problem-solving rewarded with treats. Puzzle solving exercises your pet’s mind and body, which prevents and reduces boredom and behavior problems.

 

Which difficulty level should I choose for my dog?

Think about crossword puzzles for us humans, we need to start easier to understand the concept, and step by step advance to more difficult versions. If we start too difficult, we will be frustrated and finally give up. A cat or dog who doesn´t understand how a puzzle works, can by instinct start chewing their way into the treats, instead of working for them, which is completely normal for pets if we don´t teach them the playing rules, and how the puzzle works.

Easy – Level 1:  Suits beginners, puppies, dogs who have never played before, and if you are unsure if your dog like puzzle solving for treats. Perfect as slow feeders for dogs

Medium – Level 2: Suits all kind of cats & dogs, in all sizes and ages.

Advanced – Level 3: When your cat or dog has mastered level 2 puzzles, you can move up to a more advanced challenging puzzle. 

Expert – Level 4: When your dog or cat has mastered level 3 puzzles, you can move up to the expert level. Congratulations and good luck!

 

Note: These are just general suggestions to help you get started, and they are suitable for most dogs/cats in these categories. However, all dogs/cats are different, and there are of course other games that are suitable as well.