Rotating bottles is an easy DIY Dog Toy to make, and most dogs love to play and solve, helping with mental stimulation instead of a dog walk A small amount of DIY skills is needed along with some essential equipment as follows: High Value treats such as cheese (remember to take this into account and…
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DIY Dog Toys for Enrichment
With the current COVID-19 situation, many people are looking at “Social distancing “ and, more importantly “, self-isolation”. As a result, our dog walks will become shorter and less frequent; consequently, our dogs may get bored and unhappy. We have previously done an article on DIY Dog Toys and thought it was time to do…
How to entertain your dog whilst in self-isolation
In these difficult times when increasing numbers of us are having to self-isolate, one positive thing we can take away from it all is that we get to spend more time with our dog -and that’s guaranteed to make our days feel better instantly 🙂 . At the same time, your dog may get out…
A mentally and physically stimulated dog – is a happy and healthy pet.
Although dogs are a totally different species to humans, there are some very glaring similarities between us. It is very easy to see when our pets are bored, stressed and feeling lazy, but it’s also very common for our dogs to suffer from mental health disorders too. Left without adequate stimulation, sitting and waiting all…
COVID-19 and Dogs
Coronavirus advise for pet owners to keep yourself and your pets safe They’re your furry best friends and you couldn’t imagine your home without them, but could your beloved cat or dog give you coronavirus? At present, there is no evidence showing that our companion animals or pets can be infected with the covid-19. Neither…
Tips and Games to Make Play Time With Interactive Dog Toys Even More Fun
One of the common mistakes made by dog owners around the world is to assume that the dog only needs to have a couple of walks to stretch limbs. Dogs, like human beings, need to expend their mental energy and physical walks. While ripping toys into shreds might amuse them for some time, they will…
Do you have a bored dog?
Engaging Activities and Scent Games for Mental Stimulation Some dog breeds, such as retrievers, herding dogs and sighthounds, have working instincts and love to chase after moving objects. Suppose they don’t get mentally stimulated often. In that case, they can experience withdrawal symptoms, become bored and stressed, and then look to make their entertainment, which…
Fun summer games for you and your dog to try
When the sun comes out and summer is here, there are many ways you can keep your canine friend entertained. Why not try some of these great summer activities and let your pup enjoy the summer as much as we all do? Swimming Your dog may enjoy a trip to the beach or a local…