Mental stimulation is just as important as physical activity. According to studies published in the Journal of Veterinary Behaviour, cognitive enrichment reduces anxiety, boredom, and destructive behaviours in dogs — especially when left alone.

What this means for your dog: Solving a treat puzzle is like a rewarding game for dogs. Figuring it out and getting the treat makes dogs feel accomplished and happy, boosting their mood.

Try this: Low-supervision puzzle toys or scent-based scatter games.

Dogs have evolved to rely on humans for food, shelter, and safety — but that doesn't mean their instincts disappeared. In fact, many dogs are under-stimulated, using only a fraction of their innate behaviours like sniffing, chewing, or problem-solving.

Try this: Enrichment categories tailored to sniffing, chewing, or problem-solving.

Enrichment toys simulate natural behaviors: hunting (sniffing), foraging (lick mats), chewing (natural treats), and working for food (puzzles). These activities have been proven to lower cortisol levels and reduce destructive habits.

 Try this: Sniffing & Seeking bundles or solo-play treat puzzles.

• Licking stimulates the release of endorphins, soothing the nervous system.
• Chewing offers stress relief and supports dental health.
• Sniffing taps into a dog's most powerful sense, exercising the brain like a workout does for the body.

Try this: Licking & Soothing mats, or long-lasting chews.

Your dog doesn’t just want to play—they want to work. Occupational enrichment taps into purposeful tasks like problem-solving, searching, or tearing, mimicking what dogs would do in the wild.

Try this: Problem-Solving puzzles or Destroy & Tear toys (coming soon).

CleverTails only chooses toys and treats that are:

• Backed by behavioural science
• Designed for solo, unsupervised play
• Made with natural, non-toxic materials
• Durable, safe, and sustainable

We believe: Your dog’s wellness should never come at the cost of their safety—or the planet.