Who is your one friend that is up for anything, at any time,
in any place? YOUR DOG! As soon as you take the leash off its hook, your dog
knows there’s going to be some fun adventuring. It doesn’t matter if it’s a
stroll around the block or a car ride to the vet, or trip to look at some
finely-crafted
leather
dog collars
, your dog is beyond excited. When you see that line of dribble
trailing from his lips into a puddle on the floor, you know he’s ready to seize
the day.
What are some fun activities to share in with your little
beastie? Well, let’s take a look together!
1. The Dog Park
A wonderful place for
doggie socialization
and playtime, taking your four-legged friend to the dog park is a way to make
friends and set up future playdates. Going to the dog park will increase you
and your dog’s comfortability in social interactions and will help you to learn
more about your community.
2. Hiking 
Do you know what your dog is going to love most about
hiking? All those smells! Setting out on the nature trail with your pooch will
prove to be an exhilarating adventure. As you catalog the various insects you
see along the trail, your pup will have his nose close to the ground in search
of all things new. Before you set out for your trip, make sure you and your
pooch are
physically
ready
for the hike. After you both have the all clear, make sure to wear
the right accessories (puppy pal included) and pack enough water and foods to
last you for the day.
3. Paddle Boarding
You’ve probably noticed this already, but a lot of dogs go
nuts over water. Take your dog to the lake and watch him jump scamper through
the surf. Is your pup a swimmer? Outfit him with his very own lifejacket and
begin your
paddle
board training
. The two of can go out on the board together and explore the
lake. Work up a sweat? Take a brisk swim together!
4. Therapy Training
If you have a cuddler on your hands who is good with people
and other animals, he might just have what it takes to be a therapy dog. There
are roughly 30,000 teams made up of therapy dogs and handlers who have made it
their mission to help others. If you enjoy volunteering and believe you and
your pooch would make a good team, visit
Therapy
Dogs International
or Delta Pet Partners
to learn more.
5. Play a Game of
Fetch
Have you ever met a dog that doesn’t run after a thrown
ball? Playing a game of fetch provides exercise for your dog and gives the two
of you the private time you need to bond, just master and pet. The ball might
get a little soggy with all that dog slobber, but seeing the happiness in his
eyes is well worth it.
6. Go Off Leash
If you have a dog that obeys and follows every command,
reward him by letting him go off leash and just be a dog for a while. Studies
have shown that dogs who play in a green, safe space pay more attention to
their owners, cementing the relationship between human and animal. But before
you let your dog go off leash, make sure you are in a safe space (a large
fenced area, removed from traffic) and that you can’t easily be separated.
7. Agility Training
Dogs are smart, agile creatures. To keep your pup’s spirits
up and his mind fresh, enroll in a dog agility training course. Together you
will learn what it is to be a team player through basic training and communication.
You can even turn this hobby into a competitive sport, bringing fun and joy not
just to your relationship but to the spectators who come out to offer their
support.
8. Play a Game of
Frisbee
Dogs like running off and jumping after things. Playing a game
of Frisbee combines his two favorite things. Teach your dog to sit until you
throw the Frisbee, and watch him squeal with excitement as he runs after it.
9. Create an
Instagram Account
As a dog lover with an Instagram account, you probably
already follow the Hu5ky Troop and
Smiley
the Blind Therapy Dog
. Seeing their pictures everyday makes you happy.
Wouldn’t it be cool to share pictures of your dog doing his normal doggie
routine with other dog enthusiasts? Set up an Instagram account in your pup’s
name and post everything sweet and cute he does; he’s going to get noticed.
10. Take a Nap
After a day of adventuring, a good nap is in order. Snuggle
up with your best good friend and go for a lie down.
There’s a lot we can do with our furry friends. As long as
they’re happy, we’re happy. To make sure they have everything they need for
your animal adventures,
shop with Hot Dog
Collars
today.