How to Set Up a Simple Easter Treat Hunt for Your Dog

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Written By Kelly Ternouth

Looking for easy dog Easter hunt ideas? A DIY dog Easter egg hunt is a simple, enriching way to keep your dog entertained and mentally engaged over the long weekend. It’s a fun way for them to join in the Easter celebrations — with treats made just for them.

How to Do an Easter Egg Hunt for Dogs

1.      Choose a Safe Area:
Backyard, lounge room or a quiet spot at the park — just make sure it’s secure and clear of any unsafe foods or plants.

2.      Pick Safe Easter Treats for Dogs:
Use natural, dog-safe options like crunchy chicken & chia or tuna treats, carrots, blueberries, or any of your dog’s favourite natural training treats. Avoid chocolate, hot cross buns, grapes, raisins and anything artificial.

3.      Hide the Treats:
Tuck them inside snuffle mats, puzzle toys, cardboard boxes/empty egg cartons, or scatter them through grass. Start easy and gradually make it more challenging.

4.      Keep It Calm and Fun:
Let your dog move at their own pace. This is about engagement, not speed.

5.      Add Enrichment Tools:
Use slow feeders, LickiMats, or treat-dispensing toys to mix things up.

Why It Matters

A dog Easter treat hunt keeps your dog mentally active, reduces boredom, and helps them relax — especially during long weekends or busy family events.

Quick DIY Dog Easter Egg Hunt Ideas

  • Hide treats in paper bags or empty (safe) cardboard boxes

  • Scatter treats in long grass or garden beds

  • Pop safe treats into a snuffle ball or puzzle toy

  • Use a LickiMat as a special Easter breakfast

So if you’re wondering how to do an Easter treat hunt when you have a dog — this is it. Easy, safe, and designed to enrich their day.

Need some treats for your dog’s Easter treat hunt, check these out

 

Kelly Ternouth
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