Easter Fun for Pets: 5 Playful Games to Celebrate Together

Easter isn’t just for kids—it’s the perfect chance to bring your pets into the celebration! Whether you’ve got a bouncy pup or a curious cat, there are plenty of ways to keep them entertained with festive, pet-safe activities.

From treat hunts to bunny chases, here are five Easter games that’ll get tails wagging and whiskers twitching:

1. Easter Treat Hunt

Think egg hunt—but for pets!

How to Play:

• Hide treats or kibble around your home or yard.
• Use pet-safe Easter eggs with scent holes, or tuck treats directly into hiding spots.
• Let your pet sniff out the goodies and enjoy the reward!

Tip: Start with easy spots and level up the challenge as they get the hang of it.

2. DIY Agility Course

Burn off that holiday energy with a homemade obstacle course.

What You’ll Need:

• Blankets over chairs for tunnels
• Hula hoops or boxes to jump through
• Cones or plastic cups for weaving

Use treats and excited encouragement to guide your pet through the course. Great for dogs—and adventurous cats too!

3. Bobbing for Treats

Cool, simple, and a big hit with water-loving dogs.

How to Play:

• Fill a shallow container with water.
• Drop in pet-safe treats or floaty toys.
• Let your dog “fish” them out using their snout or paws.

For cats: Try a smaller bowl and a floating toy to spark their curiosity.

4. Hide and Seek

A classic game that boosts bonding and recall skills.

How to Play:

• Ask your pet to stay.
• Hide somewhere in the house.
• Call their name and reward them with a treat when they find you.

It’s a fun, low-energy way to mentally stimulate your pet.

5. Easter Bunny Chase

Let the wild zoomies begin!

How to Play:

• Use a plush bunny toy or flirt pole for dogs.
• Drag it around to mimic prey movements and let them chase it.
• For cats, swap in a feather wand or string toy—they’ll love the pounce-and-catch action.

Make Easter a Celebration for All Species

These playful activities aren’t just cute—they give your pet valuable physical and mental exercise, too.

Have your own favorite Easter game? Drop it in the comments—we’d love to hear how your furry friend joins the fun! 🐾