Dogs are social, intelligent, and active animals. That’s why it’s so important to provide them with safe and suitable opportunities to exercise their bodies and minds.
That’s where enrichment activities come in. They are beneficial both mentally and physically, helping to prevent your dog from getting bored during the day. At the same time, they will teach a variety of skills such as problem-solving, confidence, agility, and searching. So, when creating a routine for your dog, it’s a good idea to plan some time for these.
Here are some enrichment ideas that will keep your dog entertained and prevent boredom:
This game uses your dog’s brain and body, keeping them agile while circling one box and then the other. Once you’ve mastered the basics, try moving the boxes further apart so your dog has to move a little more. You could even add in a third or fourth box to send them around.
This is great for dogs that love to dig and is much safer than digging your garden. The game allows dogs to dig and snuffle for treats, engaging in natural foraging behavior they’ll enjoy. It’s easy to create with recycling items and you can play this inside your home too.
“Play dead” is a classic dog trick where the dog owner gives a signal, and the dog flops onto their side with their belly exposed. While playing dead is not a necessary dog training command like “sit” or “heel,” it is a fun trick that can be enjoyable and rewarding for both dogs and their trainers.
We all know dogs are intelligent, but you can impress your friends with this game. Coco here can recognize the words ‘Amazon’ (so can check out the products on our store!) and ‘fetch.’ If your pooch already knows fetch means to get their toys, you may want to choose a different one. The words you pick are entirely up to you.
你的狗能记得他们看到零食或玩具掉在哪里吗？如果他们成功了，那就增加他们看到奖励被丢弃和去寻找奖励之间的时间，让事情变得更难。你可以多看一会儿或者击掌来分散他们的注意力。确保他们在等待时有足够的零食，这样总是很有趣，然后看看他们是否还记得。
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This is a classic trick to teach your dog. The game gives your pooch confidence to pop their snoot into something unusual when you tell them to. They will quickly learn it’s always worth their while because there is a treat waiting on the other side. Liven it up by drawing a cartoon on the card you’re using so that their snoot will become part of it as they pop it through.
This is a great game for your dog’s confidence and suppleness. Just make sure you’ve got a box your dog can easily fit through. You can always turn a box sideways if that makes it easier for them. Young, agile dogs can also learn to creep through.
Teaching your dog to clear up their toys is a great way to stimulate their mind with target training – while keeping your house clean and tidy at the same time.
While these enrichment activities are great fun for your dog, you also need to teach them important life skills to prevent unwanted behaviors from developing as they get older.
