The Dog House Megaways review
The Dog House Megaways takes the famous kennel slot and rebuilds it on the Megaways engine. The dogs, the kennels and the white picket fence are all still here, but the grid is bigger: six reels, each showing between 2 and 7 symbols on every spin. The number of ways to win changes spin by spin, from 64 all the way to 117,649, and a counter above the reels shows the current total.
This edition is nearly as popular as the original, and for good reason. It adds a choice of free spins modes and lifts the maximum win to 12,305x the stake, almost double the classic.
Key specs
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Developer | Pragmatic Play |
| Layout | 6 reels, 2 to 7 symbols each |
| Ways to win | 64 to 117,649 |
| Wild | kennel on reels 2 to 5, 2x or 3x multiplier |
| RTP | 96.55% |
| Volatility | high |
| Top win | 12,305x the stake |
| Bet range | 0.20 to 100 in your account currency |
| Free spins | choice of Sticky Wilds or Raining Wilds |
| Bonus buy | 100x the stake |
How ways replace paylines
There are no lines to worry about. A win counts whenever matching symbols sit on adjacent reels starting from reel one, in any position on each reel. The more symbols a reel shows, the more combinations are possible. Because there are so many more ways to connect, individual payouts are lower than in the original: six of a kind of any dog pays between 1.5x and 7.5x the stake.
The kennel wild appears on reels 2 through 5 and stands in for everything except the scatter. It can carry a 2x or 3x multiplier, and when several kennels contribute to the same win their multipliers are added together.
Reading the ways counter
The figure above the grid is simply the number of symbols on each of the six reels multiplied together. Seven symbols on every reel gives 117,649 ways; two on every reel gives just 64. A higher number means a better chance that matching symbols line up on neighbouring reels, but it does not change what any single combination pays.
Two free spins modes
Three or more paw scatters anywhere on the reels start the bonus, and before it begins you pick the mode yourself:
| Scatters | Sticky Wilds | Raining Wilds |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 7 free spins | 15 free spins |
| 4 | 12 free spins | 18 free spins |
| 5 | 15 free spins | 25 free spins |
| 6 | 20 free spins | 30 free spins |
Sticky Wilds. The round opens with between 2 and 7 sticky wilds, each carrying a multiplier from x1 to x3. They stay put until the end and resize along with their reel. You get fewer spins, but every wild keeps working the whole way through.
Raining Wilds. On each spin up to six wilds with multipliers from x1 to x3 drop onto random positions. They do not stick, but you get roughly twice as many spins. Neither mode can be retriggered by landing more scatters.
Which mode to choose
Sticky Wilds shine when the wilds settle in early, because each one contributes on every remaining spin and the grid can be full of multipliers by the end. Raining Wilds give you more spins and a smoother ride: fresh wilds arrive each time, but they never pile up. A sensible rule of thumb is to take Sticky Wilds when you land 5 or 6 scatters and have plenty of spins, and Raining Wilds when you land only 3 and Sticky Wilds would give you just 7. The demo is the easiest place to find out which one you actually enjoy.
Buying the bonus
Where the platform allows it, the bonus can be bought for 100x your stake. The next spin lands between 3 and 6 scatters and you then choose the mode. It is the quickest way to compare the two options and also the most expensive, so try the feature in the demo before spending real Canadian dollars on it.
The Dog House Megaways demo in CAD
The demo on this page comes directly from Pragmatic Play, in English and in Canadian dollars, with no account needed. Both free spins modes and the bonus buy are available, which makes it a good place to test the two options side by side.
How it compares with the original and Megaways 1000
| The Dog House | Megaways | Megaways 1000 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grid | 5×3, 20 lines | 6 reels, up to 117,649 ways | 6 reels, up to 117,649 ways |
| Kennel multipliers | 2x or 3x, added | up to 3x, added | up to 1000x, multiplied |
| Free spins | sticky wilds | Sticky or Raining Wilds | Sticky or Random Wilds, super bonuses |
| Top win | 6,750x | 12,305x | 25,000x |
Megaways suits players who like the original but want more ways to win and a say in how the bonus plays. If you are after much larger multipliers, have a look at The Dog House Megaways 1000.
Playing Megaways for real money
- Try both free spins modes in the demo.
- Register with a platform from the Where to play section and deposit in Canadian dollars.
- Activate the welcome bonus if it suits you and read the wagering terms.
- Look for The Dog House Megaways under Pragmatic Play and start with small stakes.
High volatility means long runs without a win, so decide on a session budget before you begin. Gambling is for adults only.
Frequently asked questions
How is The Dog House Megaways different from the original?
Instead of a 5×3 grid with 20 lines it has six reels and up to 117,649 ways to win, plus a choice of Sticky Wilds or Raining Wilds in the bonus. The top win is higher at 12,305x.
What is the RTP of The Dog House Megaways?
The standard RTP is 96.55%.
Which free spins mode is better?
Sticky Wilds gives fewer spins but the wilds stay to the end. Raining Wilds gives roughly twice the spins, but the wilds do not stick. Try both in the demo.
Can free spins be retriggered?
No. Neither mode can be extended by landing more scatters.
How much does the bonus buy cost?
100x your stake, where the platform offers the feature.
Is there a Megaways demo in Canadian dollars?
Yes. The demo on this page runs in English, in CAD and without registration.
