Dogs need activity
Posted by admin on February 17th, 2009 filed in GeneralDogs need a job to do. If they aren’t given a job, then they will certainly create their own "job." Too bad that job will likely be chewing your shoes, raiding the kitchen garbage can or barking and clawing at your door.
Basically a dog needs mental and physical activity for about an hour a day in order to be left home alone with no issues. Since most of us don’t have time to walk our dogs enough, buying a dog backpack is worth it. A backpack shouldn’t be an excuse not to walk your dog as far, but when your dog does wear a pack, he will get tired quicker – maybe in 40 minutes instead of an hour.
My favorite pack is the Ruffwear dog backpack. It’s durable, stylish and practical. My dog can carry his own water bottle, toys, poop bags and food when we go on camping trips. When we go for a walk through the neighborhood, I have him wear it just to tire him out quicker. He pulls less because he’s thinking about the pack instead.
Other activities for your dog could be agility, obedience class, flyball, hunting or visiting a nursing home. There is no greater therapy than a dog, in my opinion.
Probably the easiest way to tire out a dog is to go for a long walk – not a 20-minute stroll around the block, but a long walk for at least 45 minutes to an hour. If you practice heeling and other obedience along the walk, the dog will get a physical and mental workout. He’ll be ready for a nap when you get home while you head off to work.
For a really hyper dog, try rollerblading or biking with your dog, but not until he’s mastered walking nicely on a leash.
If you take time every day to make sure your dog has a purpose in life like going for a walk or a run, he won’t be looking for a "second job," and you can relax while you are away.
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