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How to keep a dog entertained when it's raining?
Twila Ledner
2025-10-30 11:11:45
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Providing bones to chew.
I recently found a local butcher who would take an order for the best kind of marrow bones – the leg bones that have been cut off cleanly at the ends.
Providing cardboard boxes to destroy.
It can take him hours to shred a big Chewy box down to a pile of little scraps, and he’s happy to do it.
Food puzzles and food-spilling toys.
Food-stuffed and frozen Kongs work more like bones; I can hand them out all around and everyone is happy for a while.
Training new tricks.
I’ve been working with Boone on learning some new things, including “paw” (or shake), spin, back up, and bow.
I’ve also been trying to teach him the names of some of his toys.
Angelita DuBuque
2025-10-22 19:22:54
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You can use recyclables as DIY puzzle toys for your dog, an indoor activity that will both enrich and preoccupy them.
Cardboard boxes: put a treat inside it, fold it up, and let your dog go crazy.
Plastic bottles: drop a couple of treats inside a plastic bottle.
Empty paper towel rolls: put a couple of treats inside the roll, fold up the ends, and hand it over!
Egg cartons: put a couple of treats in an egg carton and close it.
Let your dog figure it out.
Old towels: lay it flat, throw some treats in the middle, then roll it up into a pretzel.
Your pup will do the rest.
You can start out with easy games and work up to some really complicated stuff if your dog enjoys it.
Find-It: This is a great game to get your dog using their nose and brain to search for something, which provides mental and physical stimulation and strengthens their independence.
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Hailee Bergstrom
2025-10-22 15:56:23
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1. Teach your dog a new trick From ‘high five’ to ‘sitting pretty’, use your time indoors to add a new trick to your repertoire.
2. Choose a Dog Brain Game card Try these awesome Brain Games For Dogs Activity Cards.
3. Play hide and seek Practice your ‘stay’ command by playing hide and seek with your dog.
4. Make dinner time more interesting There are benefits to ditching the bowl for some mealtimes, but if you’re not quite there yet then try replacing some meals or snacks on a rainy day with food placed in interactive feeders.
5. Work on scent skills and noise reactivity The Clam is one of our most versatile toys.
6. Give your dog a good groom It’s something we should all be doing whatever the weather, but a rainy day is a good opportunity to give your dog a thorough groom.
7. Indulge your dog with a massage Dog massage has been proven to have benefits for you and your dog.
Jacinto Oberbrunner
2025-10-22 15:28:10
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Creating an indoor obstacle course is a fantastic way to keep your dog physically active.
Use pillows, boxes, and furniture to set up a course that challenges your pet to climb, jump, and navigate through different obstacles.
This not only helps burn off excess energy but also sharpens their cognitive skills.
A simple game of tug-of-war can greatly entertain your dog while strengthening the bond between you two.
Invest in some interactive toys and puzzle feeders that require your dog to think and work for their treats.
Rainy days provide the perfect opportunity to brush up on training or teach new tricks.
Making a DIY snuffle mat is another great way to keep your dog entertained.
If you have a corridor or a large room, a game of indoor fetch can be just as exciting as playing outside.
Remember, the key to keeping your dog entertained indoors is variety.