KONG Extreme Goodie Bone vs Nina Ottosson by Outward Hound Brick Puzzle Game Dog Toy, Blue & Red

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KONG Extreme Goodie Bone

by KONG

Price $12.98
Rating ★★★★ 4/5 (13 reviews)
Category Kong-Style Toys
Best For Dogs that prefer bone shapes and like to grip toys while chewing, especially moderate to strong chewers who still enjoy treat puzzles.

The KONG Extreme Goodie Bone is a bone-shaped chew toy made from black Extreme rubber with treat-holding Goodie Gripper ends. Its shape makes it easier for dogs to hold between their paws while chewing, and the ends can be stuffed with snacks, soft chews, or spreadable treats for added engagement.

Nina Ottosson by Outward Hound Brick Puzzle Game Dog Toy, Blue & Red

by Nina Ottosson / Outward Hound

Price $14-$21
Rating ★★★★ 4.4/5 (2,300 reviews)
Category Puzzle Toys
Best For Best for dogs moving up from simple puzzles who enjoy multi-step problem solving with paws and nose.

The Brick puzzle combines sliding compartments, flip lids, and removable bone blocks so dogs must perform multiple actions to get to hidden treats. This layered interaction makes it more challenging than simpler treat boards and gives dogs several problem-solving steps in one toy. It is made from BPA-free hard plastic and is widely used as a next-step puzzle for developing canine enrichment skills.

Feature-by-Feature Comparison

FeatureKONG Extreme Goodie BoneNina Ottosson by Outward Hound Brick Puzzle Game Dog Toy, Blue & Red
Build Quality
DurabilityHighMedium
MaterialRubberPlastic
Chew ResistantHighMedium
Usability
Difficulty LevelMediumMedium
Size OptionsM, LOne Size
Indoor / OutdoorBothIndoor
Functionality
Treat DispensingYesYes
InteractiveYesYes
Maintenance
Dishwasher SafeYesNo
NoiselessMinimalMinimal

Strengths & Weaknesses

KONG Extreme Goodie Bone

Strengths

  • Bone shape is easy for dogs to grip between their paws
  • Dual-ended design allows stuffing and gnawing on both sides
  • Strong black rubber resists most chewing

Weaknesses

  • Some reports suggest the thinner middle section may split over time
  • Treats can pop out quickly if not packed tightly
  • Has less stuffing volume than a full hollow toy

Nina Ottosson by Outward Hound Brick Puzzle Game Dog Toy, Blue & Red

Strengths

  • Multi-step actions help extend engagement and mental challenge
  • Strong value for the level of complexity
  • Large review base suggests broad popularity and dependable performance

Weaknesses

  • Some dogs get frustrated or try to flip the whole toy
  • Bone blocks can be lost or broken
  • Sticky or wet treats can make cleaning more difficult

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