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Dogs who cuddle with their people lead more enriched lives.

Have you ever thought about how to help your small dog navigate the world better? If you're looking for games to play with dogs indoors, you're in the right place! Indoor dog agility can be helpful for many reasons: Small dogs can be greatly helped by using stools and steps, and learning to navigate these will help them to preserve their bodies As they get older, having the experience with navigating these things will help them maintain independence and mobility  An indoor dog agility course increases your dog's ability to problem solve and work out new solutions to navigation An...

Are you looking for some easy DIY dog enrichment toys for dogs? Or indoor enrichment activities for dogs? Do you have an old Amazon box hanging around the house? You can make an incredible, versatile dog enrichment activities for your dog- and the great part is that you probably already have everything you need right at your finger tips! Dog enrichment boxes are an inexpensive, DIY dog enrichment activity! Grab any variation of the following: Cardboard Box Heavy paper/pieces of cardboard Enrichment toys Small stuffed toys (for filler) Treats  Throw some treats at the bottom of the box, and if...

  Do you give your dog time to sniff on walks? Or do you power walk alongside them to keep them moving? You have a whole life and ability to exercise outside of your dog, but giving your dog a sniffari gives this time to your dog- and a sniffari can be a special way to bond and allow them time to explore. A sniffari expands their world by allowing them to smell all of the scents left by others dogs and nature, which is what they are made to do. These are dog friendly walks!   Higher intensity sniffing...

No matter what toy you are starting with, make it as easy as possible for your dog if it's their first enrichment toy. 

Did you know that small dogs have higher energy levels and faster metabolism than large breeds?