Playing with your dog isn't just an opportunity to relieve boredom or keep fit. This is a way to let your pet exercise their natural instincts. Dogs are social animals... By playing with them, you teach them how to communicate, strengthening the bond between you.
The nature of the dog determines which games it wants to play, so it's worth experimenting with a few to see what it likes. We suggest you familiarize yourself with the games that many dogs love! Also take a look at this article 10 Things You Didn't Know About Your Dog.
1. Hide and seek
Hide and Seek is a great game that uses and develops the dog's sense of smell. Dogs use tracking and smell in combination to find you. This means that they will sniff the earth and air. While playing hide and seek, dogs practice what their ancestors did when catching prey.
2. Bloodhound
A variation of hide and seek that offers another opportunity for the dog to practice tracking skills. This game will teach them how to hunt for their favorite toy. Make sure to pick a toy that your dog really loves.
First tease the dog with what you choose. And while she's watching, throw it far away on the grass or, if you're indoors, behind the furniture. But remember, aiming at a priceless piece of jewelry or a flower bed is not a good idea! Then, in a concerned tone, ask the dog to start searching.
After a while, the dog will figure out what to do, and you can complicate the game by preventing the dog from seeing where you are hiding the toy. Some dogs don't like toys, but you can change the game a little and the dog will have fun. Why not try hiding her favorite treats?
3. Tug of war
Many dogs find tug-of-war exciting. However, some owners are wary of this game, as they think that it will provoke the dog to aggression. This can lead to the dog trying to play the game at an inopportune moment. But you can make some rules.
The first step is to tell your dog “take»In an inspiring voice, showing a toy. Wait for the dog to grab it, then move the toy from side to side, back and forth. After a while, stop moving by saying “leave»Once without repeating. The dog may continue to tug at the toy, but will eventually leave it. Once she does this, pause the game and then start over.
This method will teach your dog that it can only play when asked to play and must stop when your arms are still. It will be easier for stronger dogs to end the game by holding their collar, which will reduce their excitement and concentration on the toy. Again, this will teach them to stop when you touch the collar. You decide when they can play.
4. Catch and bring back
Another great dog game. Most dogs love to chase a toy, but not all are good at fetching one. You can teach them this by first showing them how to hold the toy.
Show it to the dog, then lift the toy up. Praise your dog when it grabs it, but only give it a treat when it brings the toy to your feet or hands it.
The next step is to run away with a toy in hand. The dog will run after you to get a treat. By repeating this over the course of several days, you will teach your dog to be aware that he will receive a treat only if he brings the toy to his feet or hands it.
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