Children Game Review, Doggy Doo, Fun To Scoop Poop?

I have seen this commercial only twice on television. The last time that I saw it, I know I had to find out more about this game. Doggy Doo. Wow! That's a really catchy title for a game. As a parent I was shocked and repulsed. My girls aren't in the age group that the game suggested. Starts at age 4. They were however shocked just like me. The comment of "Eww! comes to mind instantly. I'm surprised I didn't check this game out sooner to understand what could have possessed a person to come up with an idea and turn it into something that could make money.

Nearly every child in the universe finds humor in “doo doo” and other bodily functions, the inspiration behind this hilarious game! Roll the dice and take turns feeding the doggie “personalized” cookies made from a special cookie cutter – but then watch out! Doggie doo doo on the lawn – and someone needs to clean it up! The player to reach 3 droppings on their scoop first wins the game! Nominated 2010 Toy of the Year in the Netherlands.

The name of the game originally is Kackle Dackle which must translate to Doggy Doo in English.

While the idea of collecting "Poop" from the dog is gross, because it is there is no way to beautify it, it actually teaches children to clean up after their pet. It makes sense in a nasty sort of way. Would I buy this game? No. But far be it from me to tell parent what to buy. However it is good to take note that you need to supervise the game play because of the use of the doggy-dough dog food. And it isn't as easy to get the little doggy to eat his treat as the commercial makes it seem. There is a knob-like plunger (called a feeder bone) that helps you insert the treat in the dog's mouth and makes sure it gets down the digestive track.

To achieve that all glorious poop that it takes to win, it requires a lot of pumping to get it though the dogs body. I think that they should have given the dog shape better thought. It is also a four player game, ages 4 and up.

The dice, which you will need to stick stickers on, will tell you how much you need to pump the leash, lose your turn, and even exchange shovels with another player. If they already have some poop on their shovel this could be an advantage. Because there is a dice piece in the game this is another reason on why the game needs to be supervised.

Clean up is a snap, put all doggy-dough dog food back in the canister, ready to play for the next time. The rules are simple enough. There is some troubleshooting tips. Like what to do if the dog doesn't poop. Clearly the dog has been lab tested just in case he gets constipated.

**If for whatever reason the dog food gets stuck, pour warm water through the dog to remove.**

The game is quirky, creative and provides entertainment just by saying the name. Myself, I have the real thing in my yard and it will never be fun, scooping the poop. But kudos, to the inventor!