Archive for the 'Games' Category
Classic Dog Articles: Dog Sports Part 1
January 15th, 2008From time to time we like to bring some of our best articles back to the forefront so that our newer readers can easily find them! This week, we’d like to draw your attention to our article on Dog Sports Part 1.
If you’re looking for a unique activity to do with your pooch and walks [...]
Product Review: Tug-A-Jug
December 8th, 2007I recently purchased the largest size Tug-A-Jug for my dog Lucian, as he is one of those dogs who adores his toys. It’s always a great feeling to see him bounding through the house with his new “prize” lolling out one side of his mouth.
The Busy Buddy consists of a hard [...]
Easy Homemade Toy!
October 24th, 2007If your dog is anything like ours, toys don’t last long! Sometimes you can create a wonderful toy out of what would otherwise be trash. Take an empty water jug and drill a few holes in the bottom that are just larger than pieces of treats or kibble. Fill the jug with [...]
Hide and Seek - gone to the dogs
October 15th, 2007With the weather getting cooler we have to begin thinking of ways to provide mental stimulation for our pups during those evenings when we just can’t bring ourselves to spend that whole half hour (or hour) romping outside. One of my favorite games to recommend to my clients is a rousing round of hide [...]
Great K9 Freestyle Video
September 26th, 2007This video is from a few years ago, but is an amazing example of the sport of Canine Freestyle. This activity is a mix of obedience, tricks and dance and requires a strong partnership between the dog and his ‘dance partner’ (i.e., the human).
As you can see, it takes a great deal of practice, patience [...]
