Category: Dog Activities
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When the rain sets in and the walk gets cut short, most dogs do not suddenly stop needing things to do. They still have energy. They still want engagement. And they will find something to occupy themselves with, whether you planned for it or not. I have watched my dog stare at me from the…
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Knowing what to do when your dog is bored starts with recognising which dogs needs more activity and ones who needs a different kind of activity. The solution usually involves changing how you engage them rather than simply increasing the volume of walks or throwing more toys into the mix. A bored dog often has…
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Mental stimulation for dogs that can’t walk far becomes essential when their world physically shrinks. The capacity to walk long distances drops, but their mind stays active and they want something to do. So what can you do? I spent a fair bit of time thinking about that with my older dog. Especially as the…
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Knowing which dog enrichment toys to buy or make will save you wasting money on the wrong thing. Enrichment toys for dogs keeps them busy, tired, and less likely to spend the afternoon working out how to open the bin. I used to buy everything. If it looked clever or promised to keep a dog…
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You can make a dog snuffle mat, honestly, it’s easier than it sounds, takes about an hour, and costs far less than buying one ready-made. You need something to use as a base, strips of fabric, and a way to attach them. That’s it, extremely simple, and once you have made one you will know…
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You wake up, look out the window, and it’s raining. Again. Your dog looks at you. You look at your dog. You both know the walk isn’t happening. Not like that anyway. These boredom busters for dogs work on any rainy day when outdoor walks aren’t possible. Whether your dog is young and full of…
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I spent a fair amount of money on dog enrichment toys before I worked out that most of them weren’t necessary. The reality is that the best I’ve seen have been free, DIY dog enrichment ideas. A cardboard box. A rolled up towel. Kibble scattered on the grass. The kind of thing you look at…