2025 Brightkins | Hunger for Words Catalog - INDIE EXCLUSIVES
Kanoodle® Dog Edition, Small, pg. 3
Talking Pet Starter Set, pg. 27
Circle 2-in-1 Slow Feeder Bowl & Lick Mat, pg. 19
TOuGh & TumbLeTm 2-Piece Strawberry, pg. 15
At Brightkins, our paws-on interactive toys and training tools unlock your pets’ curiosity and engage the entire family!
After more than 40 years of designing award-winning toys that make learning fun for kids, Learning Resources is excited to bring learning to life for your furry family members. Whether you’re teaching new behaviors, boosting mental stimulation, or promoting active play, we’ll help you keep your pets bright and happy for years to come.
The Brightkins Difference
Enhance Curiosity
Turn snack time into a multi-step challenge for your pup developed with a certified professional dog trainer!
Ease Anxiety
Boredom-busting toys that promote positive behavior and mental stimulation!
Promote Physical Wellbeing
20 minutes of sniffing equals a one-hour walk!
Build Bonds & Skills
Build bright bonds between you and your furry friend through fun and learning!
ediTiOn
kAnOOdLe® dOG ediTiOn
Dogs turn mealtime into an enriching challenge as they sniff, spin, and solve their Kanoodle treat puzzle!
Small LER 9425 SRP $14.99 | CPQ 4
Large LER 9426 SRP $21.99 | CPQ 4
14 hidden treat compartments
Holds kibble or treats
9 rotating Kanoodle pieces
3 removable pieces
• Strengthen the bond between you and your pup with every play!
• Level up the puzzle by making treats harder to reach when you twist pieces closed, hide the puzzle, or wrap it in a towel for extra challenges!
• Mental enrichment made fun with every twist and turn of Kanoodle Dog Edition!
• 20 minutes of sniff work provide the same stimulation as a 1-hour walk!
Holds kibble or treats
No removable pieces
6 rotating Kanoodle pieces
9 hidden treat compartments
inTerACTive puzzLes
Designed for dogs of every age, size, and type, our boredom-busting food puzzles boost pooches’ mental stimulation through fun, tasty challenges. Each BPA-free puzzle comes with multiple challenge levels, and doubles as a slow feeder to encourage quick eaters to slow down.
2 removable food-safe silicone lick mats
28 hidden treat compartments!
CALminG
rAinbOw
TreAT puzzLe & LiCk mATs
Dogs discover a calming pot of gold as they explore this rainbow’s 28 hidden treat compartments and 2 lick mats!
LER 9433 SRP $27.99 | CPQ 4
16 hidden treat compartments!
pup pixeL TreAT puzzLe
Dogs use their sniffing and searching skills to reveal tasty snacks in 16 hidden compartments!
LER 9434 SRP $21.99 | CPQ 4
Adjust difficulty with removable block
Adjust difficulty with removable block
TiC-TAC-TOe
TreAT puzzLe
Keep dogs sharp and snacky with 9 sliding treat compartments inspired by the classic game!
LER 9430 SRP $15.99 | CPQ 4
6 hidden treat compartments!
9 hidden treat compartments!
Removable food-safe
10 hidden treat compartments!
spin & seek hexAGOn TreAT puzzLe
Watch your pet as they spin the center wheel and slide the hexagons to reveal treats in 6 hidden compartments!
LER 9428 SRP $14.99 | CPQ 4
COLOr wheeL
TreAT puzzLe & LiCk mAT
Challenge your pet with this 2-in-1 puzzle’s 10 treat compartments and tempting lick mat!
LER 9427 SRP $19.99 | CPQ 4
surprise pArTy! TreAT puzzLe
Pooches learn as they snack when they figure out these treat-filled present puzzles! LER
Removable presents add an extra
pizzA pArTy! TreAT puzzLe
This personal pan pizza puzzle hides delicious treats beneath its spinning, sliding toppings!
LER 9403 SRP $19.99 | CPQ 4
CupCAke pArTy! TreAT puzzLe
At this pupcake puzzle party, pooches boost their mental stimulation as they hunt for treats!
LER 9365 Blue
LER 9365-GR Grey
Great for dog birthday parties! 12 hidden treat compartments!
SRP $15.99 | CPQ 6
brAin TeAser TreAT puzzLe
Turn mealtime into puzzle time with these 8 sliding, shifting, spinning blocks that hide tasty treats!
LER 9392 Blue
LER 9392-BL Black SRP $21.99 | CPQ 4
Start Easy:
Scatter treats inside and on top of the puzzle. Place it down and say, “Solve it!” Once your dog finishes, remove and refill. Most dogs only need this step once or twice.
Level Up:
Slide shapes to cover some treats. For more challenge, hide treats only in compartments. Change treat locations each time to keep it fresh!
Go Pro: Hide the puzzle behind a corner or under a towel. Say, “Solve it!” and let your dog sniff it out. Increase difficulty by hiding it in another room!
spinninG hydrAnTs
TreAT puzzLe
Challenge your dog with this spinning interactive puzzle feeder—spin the hydrants, find hidden treats!
LER 9367 SRP $24.99 | CPQ 4
dJ dOGGO puzzLe feeder
Dogs spin, scratch, and snack their way to mental stimulation when they search for hidden treats in this 2-in-1 treat puzzle and slow feeder.
LER 9383 Purple
LER 9383-GR Gray
SRP $29.99 | CPQ 4
Center bowl doubles as slow feeder
pup phOne TreAT puzzLe
Dogs tap, slide, and sniff their way to mental enrichment with this smartphone-inspired puzzle that hides treats in 10 clever compartments and doubles as a slow feeder.
LER 9393 SRP $19.99 | CPQ 4
sLiCe-OTreAT puzz
Two ways to puzzle! Serve up a slice of critical thinking fun with this puzzle’s hidden compartments and spinning topper!
LER 9401 SRP $15.99 | CPQ 4
6 hidden treat compartments!
TreAT puzzLe
16 hidden treat compartments!
pupsTrAmi surprise!
This super stacked sandwich hides 4 layers of treats to feed your dog’s curiosity!
LER 9404 SRP $24.99 | CPQ 4
TreAT dispensers
Made with safety in mind, these treat dispensers are crafted from durable, non-toxic rubber that is both latex- and BPA-free. Tough & Tumble™ dispensers are perfect for treats or kibble, with a bouncing and wobbling action that adds a brain-teasing challenge to snack time!
TOuGh & TumbLeTm fumbLinG fOOTbALL
Dogs use their paws and brains to tackle treats from this food-packed football!
LER 9447 SRP $11.99 | CPQ 12
TOuGh & TumbLeTm bOunCinG bAskeTbALL
Dogs dribble, chase, and bounce their way to tasty treats with this bumpy, jumpy basketball!
LER 9448 SRP $11.99 | CPQ 12
TOuGh & TumbLeTm pufferfish
Follow the bouncing fish for a fun, sniff-filled challenge at snack time!
These rubber-tough gnomes hold a delicious treat surprise for dogs to sniff and snack!
Small
LER 9390 Green LER 9390-B Blue SRP $10.99 | CPQ 12
Large
9391 Purple
9391-T Teal
$14.99 | CPQ 12
2-pieCe TreAT dispensers
Tough & Tumble™ treat dispensers feature a simple two-piece design for effortl ess filling and easy cleaning. Made from durable, non-toxic rubber that is latex- and BPA-free, they’re perfect for kibble or treats. The fun bouncing and wobbling action keeps dogs engaged, turning snack time into a rewarding challenge!
TOuGh & TumbLeTm 2-pieCe pumpkin
A gourd-geous challenge! Dogs nudge, twist, and treat themselves with this two-piece pumpkin!
LER 9452 SRP $9.99 | CPQ 12
TOuGh & TumbLeTm 2-pieCe sTrAwberry
Dogs discover a berry fun way to sniff and snack with this twopiece treat strawberry!
LER 9449 SRP $9.99 | CPQ 12
TOuGh & TumbLeTm 2-pieCe wATermeLOn
This treat-filled two-piece watermelon challenges dogs to paw, twist, and snack!
LER 9446 SRP $9.99 | CPQ 12
TOuGh & TumbLeTm 2-pieCe
Dogs work to free the treats from this twopiece balls with fun textures to paw or lick!
Small LER 9453 SRP $8.99 | CPQ 12
Large LER 9454 SRP $11.99 | CPQ 12
TexTured bALL
TreAT dispensers
Serve up enrichment with every bite! Easy to fill and simple to clean, our convenient two-piece treat dispensers add a touch of smile-worthy whimsy to every meal or snack!
CACTus surprise!
TreAT dispenser
Dogs use their brains (and paws) to free the treats from this wiggly, wobbly cactus!
LER 9372 SRP $12.99 | CPQ 12
TeACup surprise! TreAT dispenser
Dogs sniff, search, and snack on the tasty treats surprises inside this cute teacup!
LER 9398 SRP $6.99 | CPQ 12
iCe CreAm TreAT dispensers
Add a brain-teasing challenge to mealtime with these ice cream cones that deliver smart snacks by the scoop!
Small
LER 9395 Purple
LER 9395-O Orange SRP $5.99 | CPQ 12
Large LER 9396 Teal
9396-P Pink
$7.99 | CPQ 12
CupCAke TreAT dispensers
These wiggly, wobbly cupcakes keep dogs stimulated and engaged as they snack!
Small LER 9373 Blue
LER 9373-T Teal SRP $5.99 | CPQ 12
Large LER 9384 Purple LER 9384-B Blue
$7.99 | CPQ 12
sLOw feeder bOwLs
& LiCk mATs
Make mealtime more engaging and relaxing with our lick mats and slow feeders. Designed to promote healthy eating habits, these boredom-busting solutions help reduce gulping, ease anxiety, and provide long-lasting enjoyment. Each BPA-free design turns snack time into a soothing, enriching experience for your pup!
Slow feeding can help with digestion!
b O w L s
Holds up to 2 cups of food or kibble
CirCLe 2-in-1 sLOw feeder bOwL & LiCk mAT
With this 2-in-1 mealtime puzzle, dogs discover groovy ways to slow down and savor!
LER 9445 SRP $19.99 | CPQ 4
squAre 2-in-1 sLOw feeder bOwL & LiCk mAT
This combination lick mat and slow feeder gives fast eaters a stimulating way to slow down!
LER 9439 SRP $19.99 | CPQ 4
Removable lick mat suctions to most surfaces and doubles as a lid
Removable lick mat is freezerand top-rackdishwasher-safe!
Holds up to 2 cups of food or kibble
pup COne LiCk mAT
Make treat time extra sweet with this fun ice cream lick mat!
LER 9457 SRP $9.99 | CPQ 6
GAmer LiCk mAT
Dogs go for the snacktime high score with this challenging gamer lick mat!
LER 9459 SRP $9.99 | CPQ 6
Food-safe silicone! Freezersafe design!
for lick mat
Tie dye CirCLe LiCk mAT
Add some soothing sunset swirls to snack time with this tie dye lick mat!
LER 9455 SRP $9.99 | CPQ 6
fOOTbALL LiCk mAT
Score a tasty touchdown with this soothing football lick mat!
LER 9458 SRP $9.99 | CPQ 6
Peanut Butter
Yogurt
Pumpkin Puree Cheese
Dry or Wet Food
TrAininG seTs & TOOLs
Developed in partnership with a certified professional dog trainer (CPDT-KA), our training solutions include fun, family-friendly tools and step-by-step guides that help owners boost the bond with their furriest family members.
Click the button Reward with a treat Repeat, learn, & grow!
OOChTm Ckers
Add some style to your clicker training routine with these essential training tools in five fun designs!
LER 9380 Bone
LER 9381 Hot Dog
LER 9382 Doggy
LER 9418 Donut
LER 9419 Gamepad
LER 9420 Football
LER 9424 Tennis Ball
SRP $6.99 | CPQ 12
LeT’s GO TreAT hOLders
Take training everywhere with this grab-and-go treat holder made from easy-to-clean BPA-free plastic!
LER 9414 Cheeseburger
LER 9415 Gamer
LER 9416 Coffee Cup
SRP $7.99 | CPQ 12
Clips to a leash,
Build skills and bonds with the whole family!
Teach your dog 10 essential skills with handy training tools and a family-friendly 24-page guide written by a certified professional dog trainer (CPDT-KA). LER 9363 SRP $15.99 | CPQ 6
Designed for trainers as young as 6! Family-friendly pet training set!
mAGiC TriCk! TrAininG seT
Put on a pooch magic show with the 10 tricks in this all-in-one training set’s 24-page expert guide written by a certified professional dog trainer (CPDT-KA) and magical accessories. LER 9364 SRP $15.99 | CPQ 6
Teach your pet to talk like Stella, the world’s first talking dog.
Created by speech therapist and founder of the talking dog movement Christina Hunger, Hunger For Words brings you all the tools you need to start your dog’s communication journey.
These intuitive, pet-friendly teaching tools don’t just help pets learn to speak—they also help humans understand their pets better thanks to Christina’s informative stepby-step guides. To learn even more about Hunger for Words and Christina’s groundbreaking work, check out the book How Stella Learned to Talk—a New York Times Best Seller in 2021!
Talking Pet Essential Words
Teach your dog the 6 words every pet can learn! Includes 6 pre-recorded speech buttons (with words “walk,” “play,” “eat,” “outside,” “water,” and “love you”), plus expert guide.
LER 9352 SRP $39.99 | CPQ 6
*Requires 12 AAA batteries, not included
Talking Pet Starter Set
Begin your dog’s communication journey with the same speech buttons that inspired Stella! Includes 4 recordable buttons and expert guide written by Christina Hunger.
LSP 9351 SRP $29.99 | CPQ 6
*Requires 8 AAA batteries, not included
Button Mat
Includes foam mat with space for 6 Talking Pet buttons. Choose from puzzle-style connecting or standalone mats.
LER 9355 Puzzle-Style
LER 9361
SRP $19.99 | CPQ 6
*Buttons not included
Talking Pet Goal Tracker
Track your dog’s communication progress with this handy magnetic chart! Includes 126 magnets, blank sticker sheet, dry-erase marker, and expert guide.
LER 9357 SRP $19.99 | CPQ 6
Talking Pet Doorbell
Your dog will tell you when it’s time to go outside with this paw-friendly doorbell. Use the pre-recorded bell sound, or record your own words for “outside”!
LER 9356 SRP $9.99 | CPQ 6
*Requires 2 AAA batteries, not included
Talking Pet Speech Buttons
Record words like “outside” and “play” in your own voice, and follow the step-by-step expert guide written by Christina Hunger.
LSP 9358-PDQ PDQ of 8 Units
SRP $59.99 | CPQ 1
*Requires 2 AAA batteries, not included
LER 9360 2-Pack
SRP $14.99 | CPQ 12
*Requires 4 AAA batteries, not included
Talking Pet Doorbell + Speech Buttons
Use the doorbell for potty training, then teach words like “play” and “love you” with recordable buttons and expert guide written by Christina Hunger.
LER 9359 SRP $24.99 | CPQ 12
*Doorbell and buttons require 2 AAA batteries each, not included
Talking Pet Next Words Names
With this set of 3 recordable speech buttons, your dog can talk about the people in their life! Includes themed icon stickers and expert guide.
LER 9353 SRP $22.99 | CPQ 6
*Requires 6 AAA batteries, not included
Talking Pet Next Words Locations
Help your dog talk about their favorite places with these 3 recordable speech buttons! Includes themed icon stickers and expert guide.
LER 9354 SRP $22.99 | CPQ 6
*Requires 6 AAA batteries, not included
Pamela Davis, CPDT-KA:
As Lead Trainer and Behavior Consultant at Urban Pooch Training and Fitness Center in Chicago, Pamela Davis heads a diverse team of dog training instructors offering group classes and one-on-one training services. In addition to authoring Brightkins’ expert training guides, Pamela is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA), and evaluator for the AKC Canine Good Citizen, STAR Puppy, and Tricks programs, and a Family Paws Parent Educator.
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Christina Hunger, MA CCC-SLP:
A speech-language pathologist and New York Times bestselling author of How Stella Learned to Talk, Christina Hunger pioneered a new avenue of interspecies communication by being the first person to teach a dog to “talk” using augmentive communication. Now, as the founder of the talking pet movement, Hunger helps dog owners connect with their pets through Hunger for Words speech buttons and step-by-step guides. 380
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