
- BGG rank
- BGG #2,209
- BGG rating
- 6.8
Gulo Gulo
- 2–6 players
- 15–20 min
- Complexity 1.1/5
- 2003

2006
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Beware of the Dog is a board game released in 2006 for 1–4 players, 15 minutes per game, and ages 4 and up.
From the University Games catalog: His bark is worse than his bite! Shhhhhh... Beware of the dog, the dog's asleep, don't wake the dog! Players use a cat's paw to try and steal the most bones without waking the angry pooch. A suspenseful skill and action game that will keep the children giggling and the parents shrieking.
Beware of the Dog supports 1–4 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for Beware of the Dog is 15 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Beware of the Dog for ages 4 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Beware of the Dog has a complexity rating of 1.0 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a light game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Beware of the Dog belongs to these categories: Humor, Animals, and Children's Game. Categories describe the theme, setting and style of a game rather than its rules. Filter the catalogue by the same category to find similar games when you enjoyed Beware of the Dog and want something comparable for your next game night.
The catalogue lists Beware of the Dog as a base game. It can be played on its own with the components in the box and does not require any other title. Expansions, if any exist, add new content or rules on top of it and are listed separately in the catalogue with a link back to this base game.