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Rainy Day? 7 Indoor Games to Tire Out Your Pet
A bored dog may sleep all day, but 10 mins of sniff games can burn as much energy as a 30-min walk.
Rainy afternoons in Singapore aren’t just a problem for your laundry—they can also throw off your dog’s routine walks outside. No walk = pent-up energy, and a bored dog may just nap all day… or worse, invent “fun” by chewing your sneakers.
The Treat Hunt
Hide treats around the living room—behind cushions, under chairs, in shoes (clean ones, lah). Then release your dog to sniff them out.
👉 Try this tonight: start with 5 easy spots. Time your dog. Can they beat their “sniffing record” tomorrow?
The Towel Burrito
Roll up treats in a towel and let your dog unroll it. For a bigger challenge, knot the towel loosely.
Hack: Use part of their dinner kibble for this—keeps meals fun and slows down fast eaters. For cooked/raw diets try a slow puzzle feeder!
Cup Shuffle Game
Set three cups upside down. Hide a treat under one, shuffle them slowly, and let your dog choose. Increase the speed as they get better.
👉 Mini Challenge: can your dog “win” three times in a row?
Obstacle Course
Rearrange furniture to make tunnels, jumps, and zig-zags.
Stacked toilet paper rolls = jump obstacle
Blankets draped over chairs = tunnel
Cushions = balance stepping stones
It’s like agility class, HDB condo edition. For senior dogs with joint issues, make it easier without the jumps!
Tip: Keep treats handy and reward for completing “missions.”
PawPaw’s Favourite Rainy Day Toys
We love DIY, but sometimes the rain lasts days, and you want variety (without sacrificing more towels). The PawPaw team tested a bunch of enrichment toys that are perfect for rainy days indoors:
Burrow Saucisson (Set of 4)
$31
Features 3 squeaky patties and a sizeable opening perfect for hiding treats and encouraging natural foraging behaviour. It keeps your pup mentally stimulated while satisfying their instinct to search and explore.
Roll out cube snuffle toy
$12
This toy not only makes your dog feel optimistic but also stimulates their hunting, fetching, and foraging instincts. It's a great way to help your pet exercise and improve their emotional and mental health.
Beginner Set from Pawzler
$52
The Beginner Set puzzle offers hours of fun and mental stimulation for new pups with a mix of level 1 and 2 puzzles, ideal for interactive play introduction.
Chewden Grip Set
$89
IF YOUR DOG LOVES CHEWS or if you are not giving enough of them because it is messy and you are worried about your dog choking itself on the last bit, CHEWDEN is for you. With Chewden, you will be able to give your dog their favourite chews in a safe, mess-free way.
The Muffin Tin Puzzle
Take a muffin tray, place treats in a few cups, then cover each with a tennis ball. Your dog has to nudge or paw away the balls to uncover rewards.
This one’s cheap, easy, and surprisingly addictive for dogs.
Toy Names Game
Since dogs can learn over 100 words, start teaching toy names.
Pick one toy (“ball”).
Say the name often during play.
Later, place it among two other toys and ask for it.
It’s enrichment and a party trick to impress friends.
Chew & Chill Challenge
Give your dog a long-lasting chew (like a bully stick, yak chew, or frozen stuffed Kong). Encourage them to settle in and work on it at their own pace—it satisfies chewing instincts, relieves stress, and provides mental stimulation.
Final Thought
Rain doesn’t have to mean restless dogs or chewed-up slippers. A mix of sniffing, problem-solving, and indoor agility can transform a gloomy afternoon into a bonding session.
And when you see your pup flop down happily after 15 minutes of indoor games, you’ll know: enrichment isn’t about weather—it’s about play. 🐶
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Rainy Day? 7 Indoor Games to Tire Out Your Pet
A bored dog may sleep all day, but 10 mins of sniff games can burn as much energy as a 30-min walk.
Rainy afternoons in Singapore aren’t just a problem for your laundry—they can also throw off your dog’s routine walks outside. No walk = pent-up energy, and a bored dog may just nap all day… or worse, invent “fun” by chewing your sneakers.
The Treat Hunt
Hide treats around the living room—behind cushions, under chairs, in shoes (clean ones, lah). Then release your dog to sniff them out.
👉 Try this tonight: start with 5 easy spots. Time your dog. Can they beat their “sniffing record” tomorrow?
The Towel Burrito
Roll up treats in a towel and let your dog unroll it. For a bigger challenge, knot the towel loosely.
Hack: Use part of their dinner kibble for this—keeps meals fun and slows down fast eaters. For cooked/raw diets try a slow puzzle feeder!
Cup Shuffle Game
Set three cups upside down. Hide a treat under one, shuffle them slowly, and let your dog choose. Increase the speed as they get better.
👉 Mini Challenge: can your dog “win” three times in a row?
Obstacle Course
Rearrange furniture to make tunnels, jumps, and zig-zags.
Stacked toilet paper rolls = jump obstacle
Blankets draped over chairs = tunnel
Cushions = balance stepping stones
It’s like agility class, HDB condo edition. For senior dogs with joint issues, make it easier without the jumps!
Tip: Keep treats handy and reward for completing “missions.”
PawPaw’s Favourite Rainy Day Toys
We love DIY, but sometimes the rain lasts days, and you want variety (without sacrificing more towels). The PawPaw team tested a bunch of enrichment toys that are perfect for rainy days indoors:
Burrow Saucisson
(Set of 4)
$31
Features 3 squeaky patties and a sizeable opening perfect for hiding treats and encouraging natural foraging behaviour. It keeps your pup mentally stimulated while satisfying their instinct to search and explore.
Roll out cube snuffle toy
$12
This toy not only makes your dog feel optimistic but also stimulates their hunting, fetching, and foraging instincts. It's a great way to help your pet exercise and improve their emotional and mental health.
Beginner Set from Pawzler
$52
The Beginner Set puzzle offers hours of fun and mental stimulation for new pups with a mix of level 1 and 2 puzzles, ideal for interactive play introduction.
Chewden Grip Set
$89
IF YOUR DOG LOVES CHEWS or if you are not giving enough of them because it is messy and you are worried about your dog choking itself on the last bit, CHEWDEN is for you. With Chewden, you will be able to give your dog their favourite chews in a safe, mess-free way.
The Muffin Tin Puzzle
Take a muffin tray, place treats in a few cups, then cover each with a tennis ball. Your dog has to nudge or paw away the balls to uncover rewards.
This one’s cheap, easy, and surprisingly addictive for dogs.
Toy Names Game
Since dogs can learn over 100 words, start teaching toy names.
Pick one toy (“ball”).
Say the name often during play.
Later, place it among two other toys and ask for it.
It’s enrichment and a party trick to impress friends.
Chew & Chill Challenge
Give your dog a long-lasting chew (like a bully stick, yak chew, or frozen stuffed Kong). Encourage them to settle in and work on it at their own pace—it satisfies chewing instincts, relieves stress, and provides mental stimulation.
Final Thought
Rain doesn’t have to mean restless dogs or chewed-up slippers. A mix of sniffing, problem-solving, and indoor agility can transform a gloomy afternoon into a bonding session.
And when you see your pup flop down happily after 15 minutes of indoor games, you’ll know: enrichment isn’t about weather—it’s about play. 🐶
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