Outward Hound Hide-A-Squirrel Dog Toy – Interactive 2‑in‑1 Plush Puzzle with 6 Squeaky Removable Squirrels, X-Large
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Updated Jun 27, 2026 · 1 min read
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Across the reviewers we read, the Outward Hound Hide-A-Squirrel is the most broadly endorsed pick here, pairing a 4.6 Amazon average over 53,000+ reviews with consistently warm sentiment in specialist communities. High-trust r/dogs threads describe dogs that 'love the squirrels so much' owners size up to the larger version, and r/service_dogs commenters praise the broader Outward Hound line for its 1-to-4 difficulty tiers. A separate r/dogs poster with a 90lb German Shepherd called it easy to use, easy to clean and great mental stimulation.
What reviewers liked
- Very large, long-running review base (4.6 stars across 53,000+ Amazon reviews) backed by positive high-trust community sentiment
- Plush hide-and-seek format engages prey drive and is widely described as easy to clean
- Comes in multiple sizes, with reviewers finding options that fit large breeds
Where it falls short
- High-trust r/dogs commenters note it is 'not really a challenge' for smart dogs
- An r/Dogtraining thread cites a review warning it is not safe to leave alone with a dog
- As a plush toy, durability is a recurring concern for strong chewers
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Across the reviewers we read, the Outward Hound Hide-A-Squirrel is the most broadly endorsed pick here, pairing a 4.6 Amazon average over 53,000+ reviews with consistently warm sentiment in specialist communities. High-trust r/dogs threads describe dogs that 'love the squirrels so much' owners size up to the larger version, and r/service_dogs commenters praise the broader Outward Hound line for its 1-to-4 difficulty tiers. A separate r/dogs poster with a 90lb German Shepherd called it easy to use, easy to clean and great mental stimulation.
- 2-in-1 Puzzle & Dog Toy
- Combines a plush toy with an interactive hide-and-seek puzzle that engages hunting instincts and prey drive
- 6 Squeaky Squirrels
- X-Large tree trunk (12.6" x 7.1" x 7.1") holds six squeaky squirrels for pups to find and tug out; extra squirrels sold separately
- Soft & Snuggly
- Plush material and cozy stuffing make it perfect for cuddling, carrying, and gentle play
- Boredom Buster
- Encourages problem-solving and offers enrichment for hours of fun
- Play It Safe
- No toy is indestructible. Do not leave toys with unsupervised pets. Remove and replace if damaged.
My dog loves the squirrels so much that we bought a large version and have all 6 placed inside. Not really a challenge but she loves it.
We recently bought a few used outward hound “Nina ottosson” puzzles after reading awesome reviews. I tried with both dogs (separately) and for Level 1 and ...
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“Outward Hound Hide A Squirrel Plush Dog Toy Puzzle Review” · YouTube
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