Name That Puppy is an adorable and simple game that is perfect for young children and dog lovers. The game revolves around identifying different breeds of dogs and choosing names for them.

So, whether you’re looking for a fun new group board game to play at your next game night at home or a simple board game that even young kids can participate in, take a look below at some of the best dog-themed board games we’ve found for dog-lovers of all ages. From Great Danes to Chihuahuas, both kids and adults can read up on each breed as they collect their cards. Your playing piece options are all canine-related from a fire hydrant, to a T-bone steak. Instead of jail, your dog goes to the “bad dog” center when they pull a losing card. Spotty Dog is a children’s game that doubles as a lesson in counting. Young kids take turns spinning the wheel and counting the number of spots and bones on the corresponding number of cards. In Dog-Gonnit, each player is assigned a dog to take care of and earns hearts by completing tasks like feeding the dog, taking him to the vet, and giving him lots of love and playtime. The first player to earn six hearts wins the game. Along the way, players are challenged by unexpected obstacles they have to overcome—just like real-life.The pictures of dogs are cute and charming, making it a visually appealing game for all ages. The game is easy to learn, and the instructions are straightforward. It is an enjoyable game that can be played by multiple players, making it an excellent choice for family game nights or a fun activity with friends. Walk the Dog features a game board and adorable puzzle pieces like 3 people with dogs on a leash, 1 sitting dog, 2 cats, 1 tree, and a booklet with 80 different challenges and solutions. While you’re having fun playing a dog board game with your kids and your pooch, remember that some of the pieces for these games are very small. Keep an eye on your pets and especially young children – make sure they aren’t swallowing or chewing on the parts. In this board game, the player has to make sure that the dogs won't get in trouble with other dogs and cats while “walking in the park.”

If you’re an avid Monopoly fan and a dog lover, you absolutely must add this dog board game to your collection. Dog-Opoly is a canine spin-off of everyone’s favorite family game, but instead of collecting real estate, you’re collecting dogs. In Beagle or Bagel, players must call out whether the card held up is a bagel or a curled up beagle, a task that is made more difficult by the game’s fast-paced speed. With three different ways to play, this silly game promises hours of fun. You should also keep in mind that these dog board games, while great interactive activity to mentally stimulate your dog, aren’t meant to be a substitute for physical activity and other outdoor playtimes with your pup. Board games are fun, but your canine still needs plenty of time outdoors not only for bathroom breaks, sniffing, and exploring their world but to stretch the muscles, burn off the energy and calories. If you’re looking for a game that is equally fast to learn as it is to play, What The Woof might be the perfect option for your next game night. In it, each player takes on the role of a dog, competing to see who can mark the most territory. In this two-person strategy game, players use cards and tokens to adopt different dogs and then guide those dogs through agility obstacle courses, vying to become the first player to finish the course. Although the game can require a few practice rounds to figure out, an online video rulebook helps make learning the game easier.

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Remember, this dog board game is for humans and human children that are 8 years old and up. The playing tokens are very small, so make sure that your pooch and young children don’t eat them up as they are serious choking hazards. The only downside to Name That Puppy is that it may become repetitive since there are only a limited number of dog breeds in the game.