Nina Ottosson by Outward Hound Brick Puzzle Game Dog Toy, Blue & Red vs Pawstruck Natural Dog Treats Subscription (via Subscribe & Save)

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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.

Pawstruck Natural Dog Treats Subscription (via Subscribe & Save)

by Pawstruck

Price $20-$35
Rating ★★★★★ 4.5/5 (200 reviews)
Category Subscription Boxes
Best For Dog owners who want recurring delivery of natural chew treats rather than curated toy-and-treat surprise boxes.

Pawstruck’s subscription offering is a flexible auto-ship system for natural dog chews and treats rather than a traditional curated toy-and-treat box. Customers choose specific products such as bones, jerky, or yak chews, set a delivery schedule, and receive them regularly at a discount. It works best for households that want dependable access to favorite chew staples instead of monthly themed assortments.

Feature-by-Feature Comparison

FeatureNina Ottosson by Outward Hound Brick Puzzle Game Dog Toy, Blue & RedPawstruck Natural Dog Treats Subscription (via Subscribe & Save)
Build Quality
DurabilityMediumLow
MaterialPlasticMixed
Chew ResistantMediumN/A
Usability
Difficulty LevelMediumMedium
Size OptionsOne SizeMultiple sizes
Indoor / OutdoorIndoorBoth
Functionality
Treat DispensingYesNo
InteractiveYesNo
Maintenance
Dishwasher SafeNoNo
NoiselessMinimalYes

Strengths & Weaknesses

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

Pawstruck Natural Dog Treats Subscription (via Subscribe & Save)

Strengths

  • High-quality natural chews and treats with flexible scheduling.
  • Lower cost per item through subscription discounts.
  • Convenient for keeping favorite chew staples in stock.

Weaknesses

  • Does not include toys or themed play variety.
  • Focused mostly on chews rather than broader snack assortments.
  • Some very hard chews may not suit dogs with sensitive teeth.

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