Treat balls and snuffle mats are great enrichment tools for young puppies. They encourage puppies to use their natural foraging and problem-solving behaviours, which can help burn mental energy in a calm and productive way. Instead of eating food quickly from a bowl, puppies work to find or release their food, which naturally slows them down and encourages focus. Activities like this can be especially helpful for puppies who become easily overstimulated, as sniffing and searching are calming behaviours that help lower arousal and support relaxation.
