We know this is a trying time for all, but the best thing to do is to keep busy! So here is Adventure Paws Top Eight Boredom Busters For You & Your Dog.
Hide and Seek With Treats
Dogs love playing hide and seek especially when there are treats involved. This can be a simple game that’s sure to bring fun to your home. When your dog is ready YOU can even start hiding from him.
Get your dog to stay, give them a chance to smell the treat, place it somewhere out of their sight, and let them search. Watch as they scamper across the house looking for this treat.
It might take them a little bit to understand all the rules of the game, but soon your dog will be the hide and seek champ!
A Digging Box For Your Dog
This can be a project, but your dog will love you for it. Dogs enjoy digging and you don’t want them to dig up your backyard. But, you can build a sandbox that your dog can dig in without ruining your land. Here are the instructions on building a sandbox provided by Lowe’s.
Teach Your Dog New Tricks
Sometimes the simplest solutions are the best ones. Dogs are like humans it is fun to learn new things and get rewarded for them. If you keep the learning fun and rewarding your dog will enjoy it and will be mentally stimulated.
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Buy Some Interactive Toys
These are very cool toys that can keep your dog occupied for hours. Look for a variety of puzzle toys and kings. If you want to see some of the best interactive dog toys, check out this list!
Make A DIY Toy
Use your over pinned Pinterest for good and search for some DIY dog toys! Using fleece, tennis balls, and even muffin tins for fun crafts for you and your pup.
Frozen Treats
Try making some treats and then freezing them! After a long walk or a short training session, this is a great reward that your dog will love. Check out this list for some quick and easy recipes!
Play Fetch With A Special Tennis Ball
Nothing breaks a dog’s boredom like a game of fetch. If you want to make it extra special, put some treats inside of the tennis ball. It is like a DIY interactive toy. You can also buy treat releasing balls!
Give Your Dog A Bone
I’ve seen my dog chew on a bone for a week straight before they needed a new one. They spend hours every day laying down and gnawing away. If you are looking for some good bones for your dog, check this list out! Always monitor your dogs chewing and remove broken pieces, avoid bones that are too hard.
Keep up the good work!