Dogs Need Exercise
Many behavior problem stem from the lack of
physical and mental exercise!
Dogs are working animals. They need a job to do and will be much better behaved if they have something to make them feel like they are earning their keep.
Every breed has its own skills. Make the best of the genetic drive that your dog is born with.
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Mental exercise is just as important as physical exercise.
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Dogs should have a good run as least once a day to maintain good physical and mental health.
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A mile walk is good, but usually not nearly enough.
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Destructive and bratty behavior often occurs because of pent up energy.
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Many people believe that if their dog has a big back yard it will get enough exercise. This is not usually the case.
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Your dog will tire faster with mental stimulation than with physical exercise.
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All dogs can learn.
Start with some of these ideas today:
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Obedience commands
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Search games
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Scent work
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Tricks
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Herding
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Weight pulling
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Use a backpack to carry things
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Agility
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Flyball
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Retrieving
A Canine Experience Inc.
17125 SR9 SE
Snohomish, WA 98296
www.acanine.com
360-668-0350
