iFetch iDig Stay Dog Digging Toy, Interactive Sniff Mat for Dogs, Activity Treat Puzzle for Mental Stimulation and Enrichment

The media could not be loaded. I've had this for a few years. I've had 3 different dogs playing with it who are all under 25 pounds. There have been no issues with it except for some minor edge fraying that has not affected its function at all even though they do literally dig around in there. Would recommend especially for small dogs to keep them occupied and problem solving for a bit.

My Yorkie is exceptionally intelligent, so he requires toys and activities that really challenge him. This toy works well for him, especially, since at 6lbs, he must navigate and maneuver the surface - he is so small that he must stand on the pads that he has to “peel back”. That is an extra layer of complexity that larger dogs might not have to deal with. It keeps his interest until he’s uncovered all the treats. This toy is a much better alternative to shag-carpet-like alternatives (much more challenging).Signs of wear on the pads appeared after the 2nd use. They are durable enough for a small dog, but might hold up to a larger, stronger dog.

I rarely, if ever, write reviews despite the fact that I shop on Amazon constantly. This product deserves a review. I think the price point is high and I'm sure with time and effort you could craft a similar toy yourself. However, the iDig saves me so much time and dog parent guilt that I think it was worth it. Labradoodle is one and I work from home. She's generally pretty laid back but gets her spurts of energy now and then. Usually these occur when I need to get something done. She will want to play tug or fetch and I feel bad not being able to. The iDig gives her an outlet for some of her energy and as long as I hide a few smelly treats every now and then, she's usually content digging for her tennis ball. I don't have to over feed her or do much to encourage her to play with it. The material is washable, but I doubt we'll get to that before she destroys it. But I'm not sure a thicker, more durable material would be as fun. Overall, pricey but worth it. Hopefully I can figure out how to buy replacement layers.

This is an excellent concept that is not necessarily created as durable as it should be.I am disappointed with the quality of the fabric’s edges for the price I paid. The thickness is good, but the frayed edges on each and every piece is terrible. We have had this toy for less than two weeks and as you can see it looks well loved for some time, when it has been less than 2 weeks. All of these pulled and frayed threads are from regular play from a year old pug. She has only use this 6 times.Had I known that the edges of the fabric where it comes together with the sewing were never “sealed” to protect from it from excessive fraying, I would not have spent this amount of money.This toy came highly recommended because it does keep dogs thinking while even stopping the digging on furniture because they now have “their place”. It has also provided my pug with some great entertainment and keeps my curious beast out of trouble.As far as safety is concerned, I’ve had to cut threads so that they didn’t produce a hazard for my dog to potentially get her paw or teeth tangled up as she digs- You can see where frayed threads from one piece of the layer tangled with frayed threads of a different layer, which can cause the potential for injury- especially with smaller dogs. I mention this so that other dog owners are careful and watch their pooch while they are playing. These pictures were taken right before I let my dog play with it and I had to cut threads first, for obvious reasons.All in all, this is a great idea and provides entertainment for dogs and helps keep their mind sharp while giving them their own place to dig, which has cut down on my dog digging on our couch or beds. The downside is how it was made. The edges of the sewn fabric are not sealed which creates a little quality looking product after dogs have played with it for a few times as well as potential safety hazards. I would have never spent this kind of money on this digging toy had I known.

Our 6 month old mini Aussiedoodle loved this toy, but unfortunately the netting on one of the layers has already been torn after only a couple of times playing with it. I did not mind the price if it was going to be durable and a good outlet for his digging instinct. But to spend $100 on a toy that is meant for digging and for it to rip so quickly is quite annoying and frustrating. If you want an excessively expensive, very short term thrill - this toy is outstanding. But for durability, especially for the cost, this toy is not it.

This device does not seem to have much of a point for my dog. It is not enjoyable she just wants the treats or food. She is uninterested in it unless there is food in it. She digs the food up in a minute and leaves it alone.