Nina Ottosson Lickin' Layers Dog Puzzle Game

Lickin' Layers is a Level 2 dog puzzle game from Nina Ottosson by Outward Hound, made up of three spinning layers of food compartments that dogs work through to uncover hidden treats. It's built for dogs who are ready to move past entry-level puzzles and enjoy a bit more of a mental challenge at mealtime or playtime.

It suits dogs of any age, size or breed, and it doubles as a slow feeder. The maze-like ridges built into each layer make dogs work for their food rather than gulping it down, which can help slow mealtimes for dogs who tend to eat too fast.

With over 100 treat compartments spread across the three layers, it holds up to 1.5 cups of food and can be filled with dry food, wet food or treats. For a bigger challenge, the manufacturer suggests freezing xylitol-free dog-safe peanut butter, wet food or plain Greek yoghurt inside the compartments before serving.

Why We Love It

We like that Lickin' Layers gives dogs a genuine mental workout rather than something they can clear in a few seconds. The three-layer spinning design means there's always another compartment to find, which keeps dogs engaged for longer than a simpler, single-level puzzle.

It's also a practical option for households managing a fast eater. Using it as a slow feeder at mealtime is an easy way to build enrichment into a routine you're already doing every day, without adding extra steps.

It pulls apart easily for cleaning too, which matters for a toy that's regularly handling wet food and treats. A puzzle that's a hassle to wash tends to get used less often, so the flip-and-release design is a genuine everyday convenience rather than a nice-to-have.

Key Benefits

• Three-layer spinning puzzle: Dogs spin each layer individually to work through more than 100 treat and food compartments.
• Doubles as a slow feeder: The maze and ridge design on each layer encourages dogs to eat at a slower, steadier pace.
• Suits wet and dry food: Compartments can be filled with dry food, wet food or treats, holding up to 1.5 cups in total.
• Food-safe construction: Made from materials free from BPA, PVC and phthalates.
  Easy to clean: Each layer releases by squeezing the green centre post, and it's hand wash only.