Dogs Toys

What is animal enrichment?

tips to enriching your dog's life

• Provide treat-dispensing toys. You can keep a dog occupied for hours by giving him a toy that is stuffed with doggie treats. He has to work out the best way to get them out. They can involve rolling. shaking, pawing, licking or even sliding parts to reveal trays of treats. Incidentally licking and chewing have calming effects on dogs so are great for when you are out and they are on their own. This can help with separation anxiety.
• Provide puzzle toys. There are several on the market. The involve smaller toys hidden within a larger toy. They toys are usually squeaky to keep the dog's interest and he has to work out how to find them and get them out.
• Vary their routine - don't give them the same toy all the time - they WILL get bored with it. Rather rotate between different ones.
• Make your own treat dispensers using paper bags, empty yoghurt pots with loose lids, even the inner tube from paper towels. Fill with treats, partly seal and let him loose.
• Hide little treats around the house. Let them indulge in their natural instinct to hunt.
• Give them something to chew - dental chews are ideal for keeping them occupied and for caring for their teeth.
• Spent time and play with them - socializing dogs with humans and other dogs is a great way to keep them happy and healthy. For very active dogs with lots of energy why not join an agility class with them? It will stimulate them in mind and body AND will keep you fit too!