Interactive cat puzzle feeder Nina Ottoson Cat Buggin Out Level 2 – food puzzle toy for cats

The Nina Ottoson Cat Buggin Out Level 2 is an interactive plastic cat puzzle feeder designed to engage a cat’s natural hunting instincts and to slow down fast eaters. The Level 2 model offers multiple compartments and movable lids where dry food or small treats can be hidden, prompting cats to paw, nudge and problem-solve to access rewards. The toy is compact and suitable for supervised solo play, training sessions and daily enrichment to reduce boredom and discourage overeating.

Advantages

This food puzzle provides mental stimulation by requiring cats to manipulate lids and locate hidden food, which helps to reduce inactivity and repetitive behaviour. The Level 2 difficulty introduces moderate challenge without causing frustration for most cats, making it appropriate for beginners who are ready for a step up from basic feeders. Made from durable plastic, the unit is lightweight, easy to handle and can be incorporated into regular feeding routines to slow intake and encourage natural foraging behaviour.

Suitable for

• Indoor cats needing mental enrichment
• Cats that eat too quickly and need slower feeding
• Solo play and short supervised training sessions
• Reducing boredom and encouraging natural hunting behaviour

Key specifications

• Material: durable plastic construction
• Design: multiple compartments with movable lids
• Feeding type: dry food or small treats
• Difficulty level: Level 2 (moderate challenge)
• Use: floor-based interactive feeder for single-cat or multi-cat households

How to use

Place the puzzle on a flat surface and distribute dry kibble or small treats into the compartments, then close the movable lids so some food is partially concealed. Allow the cat to explore and manipulate the lids to reveal the food; initial demonstrations or gentle guidance can help a cat understand the mechanism. Supervise first sessions to ensure safe interaction and to assess whether the difficulty level is suitable. Adjust the amount of food used so the toy supplements the regular meal portion to avoid overfeeding.

Usage recommendations

Clean the toy regularly with mild soap and water, ensuring it is fully dry before refilling. Introduce the feeder gradually and observe your cat’s response; if a cat struggles or shows frustration, temporarily reduce difficulty by partially exposing treats until confidence increases. Combine use with routine feeding and environmental enrichment for best results.