Funny Dog Games

What makes these games funny

The humour in this category comes from the situations rather than jokes. A dog swerving away from falling soap, a throw that sails off in the wrong direction, a mid-air grab that misses by a whisker: these moments are part of playing. The games are forgiving and easy to pick up, and each attempt is short enough that a messy one just means another quick go.

What each game brings

• Dog Ball Catch rains balls and treats from the sky, mixed with things no dog wants, such as soap bars and spiky items. You slide left and right to catch the good stuff, build a combo and keep your lives as the falls speed up.
• Fetch Challenge is all about the throw. Set the direction and power, let go and watch your dog race off after the ball. Points come from distance and landing near the target zone, and an over-powered throw can be surprisingly entertaining.
• Dog Frisbee Challenge is the acrobatic one. Frisbees curve across the screen, and you run and jump to grab them, ideally at the top of your leap.
• Dog House Escape brings a light puzzle to the mix: a dog hunting for keys, avoiding hazards and shoving boxes around to find the exit.
• Daily Dog Challenge adds a surprise element, because you do not know the goal until the day arrives. It might be catching 20 balls or jumping 30 obstacles.

Skills they reward

Although the tone is light, each game has a real skill at its core. Dog Ball Catch rewards reading several falling items at once. Fetch Challenge rewards feel for power. Dog Frisbee Challenge rewards jump timing, and Dog House Escape rewards thinking a few moves ahead. None of them punishes you harshly for learning, which is what makes them good to share with friends or family taking turns.

Who they suit

These games suit anyone looking for something easygoing, including younger players and people who only want a few minutes of play. Dog Ball Catch and Fetch Challenge are both rated Easy. Dog Ball Catch and Fetch Challenge are especially comfortable on phones, since you simply drag. The guide to playing browser games on mobile covers touch controls, and games for quick gaming sessions has more ideas for short breaks.

Where to start

Dog Ball Catch is the quickest to understand, so it is a natural first pick. If you want something slower, try Fetch Challenge and experiment with different throws. Move to Dog Frisbee Challenge when you want timing to matter more, and to Dog House Escape when you fancy a small puzzle. Then check today's Daily Dog Challenge; the daily challenge guide explains how it works.