Dog-Friendly Board Games

The Dog’s Best Friend Game Incorporates Enrichment and Training

West Paw is preparing to introduce The Dog’s Best Friend Game, a first-of-its-kind family game to entertain people and pets alike. This game promises fun for the whole family by incorporating opportunities for enrichment, positive reinforcement and training, as well as bonding.

This board game was created for humans ages eight and up, and dogs of all abilities and it introduces gameplay with illustrated cards. With mini-games and challenges that vary in difficulty and silliness, players are ultimately tasked with earning the title of "Dog's Best Friend." With this game, there's a no-slip dog mat, more than 80 illustrated cards, eight cups, a pair of squeaky toys and a timer—the essentials needed to create a fun-filled experience for all.

This high-energy game acknowledges that households are increasingly incorporating pets in everything they do.

Human-animal Bonding
Opportunity to create products that strengthen the bond between humans and animals, such as board games that entertain both.
Enrichment-based Gaming
Increasing demand for games that provide mental stimulation, positive reinforcement, and training opportunities for pets.
Inclusive Family Games
Growing market for games that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and abilities, as well as their pets.

Who This Affects Most

Pet Products
Opportunity for pet product companies to develop innovative and interactive games that cater to the needs of both pets and their owners.
Board Games
Potential for board game manufacturers to tap into the market of pet-friendly games that create a unique and inclusive gaming experience.
Family Entertainment
Space for businesses to explore the development of family-oriented entertainment products that promote bonding and inclusivity, involving both humans and pets.
SCORE
5.7 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen X
  • Millennial (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 71%
Activity 81%
Freshness 19%