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How to Tire Out a Working Dog Mentally with Toys and Games

Do you know that energetic dogs have an insatiable need for mental stimulation? They’re smart and intelligent, but without the right kind of mental exercise, they can become bored, frustrated, and even destructive. As pet owners, it’s important to understand how we can meet our pup’s needs through toys, games, and interactive activities. But which […]

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Wearing Down the Physical Energy of Working Dogs Using Toys

Have you ever wondered why it is important to tire out the physical capabilities of working dogs? Working dogs are naturally active and can easily become easily overwhelmed with too much energy. Tiring out their physical energy is essential for their well-being and ensures they remain fit and healthy throughout their life. But how can

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How Supplements Help Calm an Overactive or Anxious Dog

It’s a well-known fact that nutrition plays a vital role in our furry friends’ lives, but do you know there are supplements specifically designed to help calm an overly energetic and restless pup? These natural and holistic calming supplements can effectively deal with common behavioral and anxiety-related issues. But what Supplements can you give to

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Working Dog Nutrition: Nourishment for Optimal Performance and Health

Do you know that what we feed our working dogs can affect their job performance? As with humans, proper nutrition not only plays a key role in keeping dogs focused, alert, & agile. Working dogs have higher energy needs than the average pet and require additional nutrition to perform their tasks. So, what should a

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Can Dog Socialization and Group Play Help Reduce Energy Levels?

Do you know energetic dogs like Labradors and Border Collies need more than just physical activity to be happy and healthy? These active hounds need lots of mental stimulation and physical exercise to stay engaged, alert, and content. But how do you tire your pup out so they don’t get too pent up while stuck

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Best Fitness Trackers For Working Dogs That You Will Love

Have you ever worried your high-energy working dog is not getting enough exercise? As I’m sure you all know, if your dog is not getting enough exercise it can lead to stress and anxiety. These issues can show through annoying behavior like digging and barking. These symptoms are usually delayed which means once your dog

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Crating your Working Dog: Obedience, Structure, and Separation Anxiety

As dogs are denning animals, crate training can be a great way to help them feel safer and more secure in their environment. This practice is also thought to reduce canine stress levels, as it helps to recreate the feeling of being in a den-like their ancestors and they find a safe, quiet place to

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Chewing? Can it Really Reduce Stress in a Working Dog?

Dogs have been known to help relieve stress in people for centuries. There is a reason why working dogs are used in high-stress environments such as police stations, prisons, and hospitals. But what happens when the dog is the one stressed out? How can dogs reduce their stress level? One of the most effective ways

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How to Build Trust With Working Dogs To Reduce Stress

Dogs, just like humans, can experience mental issues and problems due to traumatic or distressing experiences. This can lead to stress, anxiety, and depression which may manifest in aggression, over-reactivity, introversion, or other behaviors. But as dogs cannot speak for themselves, the only way to know the root cause of their issues is to know

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