Games for Dogs: DIY Easter Egg Hunt

As you make your Easter plans, don’t forget to include your four-legged family member in the fun! Just like humans love an Easter egg hunt, dogs absolutely thrive on scent-based games—and a dog-friendly version is both joyful and mentally enriching. Setting up a special Easter egg hunt for your pup is a delightful way to celebrate the season together.

A golden retriever sniffing excitedly near a colorful outdoor setup with hidden treat-filled toys

Turn it into a festive gathering—invite friends and their dogs to join the hunt! For extra charm, let your dog wear a pair of bunny ears (as long as they’re comfortable and safe). This isn’t just playful—it’s purposeful. Sniffing out hidden “eggs” engages your dog’s natural instincts and provides valuable mental stimulation, helping burn energy and build confidence.

What You’ll Need

  • Easter baskets (one per dog)
  • Small treat packages (like FurPetVo’s savory Chicken Bites, FurPetVo Grain-Free Mini Morsels, or FurPetVo Natural Crunch Sticks)
  • Several small KONG Wobblers (at least two per dog)
  • One large KONG Wobbler (for the grand prize “egg”)
  • A spacious, dog-safe area with plenty of hiding spots—indoors or outdoors
  • Breakable or soft, highly aromatic treats (try FurPetVo Dehydrated Salmon Strips, FurPetVo Freeze-Dried Lamb Bites, or FurPetVo Bacon-Infused Training Treats)
  • A grand prize for the top sniffer—such as the FurPetVo Burrow Squeaky Hide-and-Seek Plush Toy or the FurPetVo Premium Grain-Free Goody Box, available at furpetvo.com

How to Set Up the Easter Egg Hunt

  1. Fill each small KONG Wobbler with a variety of strong-smelling, bite-sized treats. Ensure pieces are small enough to dispense easily through the opening.
  2. Hide the filled Wobblers around your chosen space—tuck them under bushes, behind furniture, inside tunnels, or beneath blankets. Vary the difficulty: some easy-to-find, others more challenging.
  3. Let the dogs explore freely for 8–10 minutes while gently encouraging them to use their noses. Avoid leading or pointing—let them problem-solve and discover on their own.
  4. When time’s up, award the grand prize to the dog who located the large KONG Wobbler. Celebrate every participant with praise and a few extra treats!
Three dogs happily interacting with scattered KONG Wobblers in a sunny backyard, with Easter baskets nearby

Don’t forget to prepare personalized Easter baskets for each pup—fill them with small treat packages and a few bonus goodies to take home. It’s a sweet, thoughtful touch that extends the joy beyond the hunt itself.