When it comes to caring for our furry kids, providing them with proper mental and physical stimulation is just as important as feeding and exercising them. Indoor enrichment activities are a great way to keep your dog engaged and happy, especially during times when they can’t go outside due to weather or other circumstances.
Oh, how we love our dog walks on the Northern Beaches. Our team walks through rain and shine, but we always put safety first. If it’s just too hot or if there’s a storm raging over the beaches – we will customise each walk so your dog gets a potty break and some quality indoor enrichment during the time you’ve booked with us.
Ideas for indoor enrichment activities
In this blog post, give you some ideas for fun and creative indoor enrichment activities for dogs that you can easily do at home.
- Food puzzle toys: These are great for dogs who love to play with their food. They come in many different shapes and sizes and require dogs to use their problem-solving skills to get the treats out. Examples include KONG toys, puzzle feeders, and snuffle mats. – DIY – just roll up a towel and hide some kibble after every fold!
- Hide and seek: This is a classic game that many dogs love. You can hide treats or toys around the house and encourage your dog to find them. Start with easy hiding spots and gradually make it more challenging to keep your dog’s mind engaged.
- Agility course: You don’t need a big yard to set up an indoor agility course. Keep it simple. Use furniture, boxes, and other household items to create obstacles for your dog to jump over, crawl under, and weave through. This is a great way to give your dog some exercise and mental stimulation.
- Training sessions: Regular training sessions are not only a great way to teach your dog new tricks, but they also provide mental stimulation. Keep the sessions short and fun, and use positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
- Scent games: Dogs have an incredible sense of smell, so playing scent games can be a lot of fun for them. Hide treats or toys around the house and encourage your dog to find them using their nose. You can also try making your own scent game by hiding a specific scent, like lavender, and encouraging your dog to find it.
The above photos are some beautiful and happy doggies in our pack. Their pawrents have selected some premium indoor enrichment tools for them that they thoroughly enjoy. Our team helps them by getting the sniff mat, the kong or the puzzle ready for the doggies.
As you can see, there are many indoor enrichment activities that you can do with your dog to keep them happy and engaged. From food puzzle toys to scent games, these activities will not only provide mental stimulation but also strengthen the bond between you and your furry family member.