5 ways to keep your dog active this summer!

We love our dogs because of their playful nature and boundless energy and as such we need to keep them active and entertained to keep them happy. At Paws & Claws we love a happy hound so have collected five of our favourite ways to keep your pooch active this summer.

1. Mix up their toys

Dogs love to play and they often have favourite toys. If you are like us, you will have a box full of toys that are no longer used. To keep your dog interested and get your money's worth, try rotating the toys every few weeks, bringing out old ones and putting away the current ones for a later date. Mix up the variety to include a soft toy, something hardy to chew on and a ball or similar to fetch.

2. Embrace their wild side

Dogs love to scavenge, it is in their nature! So, whilst we discourage it from the dinner table, we should encourage it out in the garden or around the house. By hiding food and treats around, you will be making your dog work for their food, rewarding them for being active and sniffing out that snack.

3. Socialise

Dogs are social creatures, used to being in packs, they love the company of their fellow canines. By arranging play dates for your dog you will be keeping them active and building on their all important socialisation which makes for a happy and content pup.

4. Training

They say "you can't teach an old dog new tricks" but we don't agree! Training and teaching our dogs new things can be great for keeping both their bodies and minds active and agile. If you have a new puppy you will have plenty to teach them and with older dogs why not practise what they already know, with a few treats of course. Training can be fun and rewarding for you both.

5. Get agile

Agility isn't just for Crufts. Why not set up your own homemade agility course, using buckets, chairs and your washing line as obstacles to weave around. Once you start looking you will be amazed at what household items can be used in your course and your dog will love it too.

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