Water Games for Adult Dogs: Splashing Fun for All Ages Water games are a thrilling way to keep your adult pup fit and cool in the blazing summer! Try these entertaining water games that any age pup can enjoy:
Fetch - Throw a toy or ball into the water. This builds confidence, hones swimming skills…
Competitive Scent Games for Adult Dogs: Getting Started Competitive scent games are a great way to boost your adult dog's scenting skills as well as give them an enjoyable activity.
Getting started is simple:
First, decide which scent game you will play. Common options are scent discrimination, hide and seek, and scent tracking.
Second,…
Scent Games for High-Energy Adult Dogs: Burn Off Steam Scent games are perfect for high-energy adult dogs. They tire them out and stimulate their minds! Here are 3 ideas to try:
"Find it!" Hide treats or toys around your house. Start easy and slowly increase the difficulty.
"Scent trail": Use essential oils or dog-safe scents.…
Tug of War: How to Introduce the Game to Your Dog Tug of war can be a nice way to bond with your pup. But, it's essential to start it right. Here are a few tips:
Teach your dog "drop it" to stop any bad behavior.
Use a special tug toy to show when the…
Gentle Trick Training: Adapting for Aging Dogs As dogs age, their capabilities start to decrease. So, regular training techniques may not be suitable anymore. Gentle trick training is a great way to adapt. Here are some ideas:
Keep training short and spaced out.
Use yummy treats to keep their focus.
Don't do tricks needing physical…
The Shell Game: Teach Your Dog to Find Hidden Treats Teaching your pup the shell game is a great way to keep 'em active and entertained. Here's how to start:
Gather three opaque cups. Place them upside-down on a flat surface.
Put a treat under one of the cups while your pup watches.
Let your…
Scent Games for Dogs with Limited Mobility Scent games can be awesome for adult dogs with limited mobility. They engage the mind and bring back a feeling of normality. We can adjust the game to suit the dog's physical restrictions. This way, they still feel like they've achieved something and have fun! Here are some…
Socialization Through Interactive Play: Boost Confidence and Trust Interactive play is great for socializing your pet. It helps their confidence and trust in you and others. Plus, it helps them learn how to interact with their environment. Here are some tips:
Choose toys that interest your pet.
Start playing in a familiar place where they…
Adult Dog Playtime: Keep Your Dog Engaged and Active Adult dogs need play and exercise to stay active and healthy. Here are some tips to keep them entertained:
Fetch: A great way to get your pup active and stimulated.
Hide & Seek: Hide treats or toys for them to find!
Puzzle Toys: Keep 'em busy…
Scent Games in Nature: Engage Your Dog's Wild Side Playing scent games with your pup outdoors is not only a great way to bond, it also activates their natural abilities and keeps their mind stimulated. Try these games:
The Sniffing Game: Hide treats or toys in your garden or a nearby park then urge your…