Recently my Volunteer Friend assisted my Single Session Enrichment for the Holidays and even though that session was geared towards dogs, Sandy knew her cat Sassy would love some of the activities too 😻
Here is a cute video and a adorable picture of Sassy showing us how cats enjoy enrichment and foraging too! 🧻
Thank you Sandy and Sassy for letting us know that Enrichment is for every species 🙌
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Holiday Stuffable Toy Recipes!
Check out these seasonal treats you can stuff into a Kong or Toppl or something similar.
Tips:
Don’t forget to plug the hole before filling Kongs or other stuffable toy
Use an appropriate size and appropriate durability toy for your dog
Use a coffee mug to hold the item upright while filling and it can all be placed in a freezer if you choose to freeze the treat before giving it to your dog!
Holiday Gingerbread Smoothie🥤
Plain Greek yogurt
Ginger powder
Ground cinnamon
Ground cloves
Apple Pie Parfait🍏🥧
Fill the Kong with a small amount of plain greek yogurt
Add a few slices of banana, then some applesauce, and more yogurt
End with a slice of banana
Pumpkin Ice Cream 🎃🍨
Combine some plain greek yogurt and canned pumpkin (NOT pumpkin pie filling)
Mix well and fill your dog’s Kong
This one is best frozen!
What are you going to make?
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Choice:
I saw something on social from a trainer talking about giving your dog more choice in their life. She suggested one way to do that: allow your dog to pick which harness they want to wear or which collar.
I thought that was brilliant and am kicking myself that my social refreshed and the post disappeared before I could save it.
I am glad I at least remembered this idea and decided to try it with my dog Rick since he doesn't have an association with his harnesses (working vs walking vs neighborhood walk vs field trip).
Results: Rick loves any harness 😂
Would you try this with your dog? If you do tell me the results.
What are other ways you offer your dog choice in his life?
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My creative friend and Shelter Enrichment Mentor shared this idea and I just love it so I had to make a Spider Web Hula Hoop too ! 🕸️
I cut a T-Shirt into strips and then tied them, as best as I could, into concentric circles. I added a spider made from a cardboard tube and now it's time for some Halloween Hunting! 🕷️
As a bonus check out my YouTube channel for another fun Halloween Food Puzzle idea! 🎃
Enrichment Essentials: Fulfill Your Dog's Needs
*Active Enrichment can be done with treats or kibble for a 10-minute session and/or as a way for your dog to eat all or part of their meal. Remember to supervise your dog during activities. Enrichment is a bonding experience that develops trust and teamwork. Enrichment is Essential to fulfilling your dog's needs and therefore should be fulfilling and not frustrating.*
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A short video showing why a lot of trainers prefer a treat pouch 👝 or pockets 🦘 to zip topped baggies especially in group classes.
My dog Rick was waiting for my husband to take him outside while I was getting treats ready for upcoming sessions.
Outside was put on hold when Rick heard the opening ZIP and Rick had to see what may be in that baggie. 🧐
Major distraction. Set them up for success and ditch the zip! 🤐
*To further explain: I transport treats in baggies and before the session begins I dump my treats into a treat pouch or pockets OR I unzip the baggie and place it in my treat pouch if I am carrying something messy.
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Today is our final day of our Back to School Paper Lunch Bag mini-series: Enrichment Essentials: Paper Bag filled with Towels 🛍️
Need more ideas? Or want to try some puzzles before you buy them? We have options for you!
-Enrichment Exercises E-Booklet = purchase for online access to create and do puzzles with your dog 🖥️ 📙
-In Person Exploration Session = come to my Training Space and let your dog explore puzzles and items to entice all their senses 🧐
-In Person or In Home Enrichment Puzzles Session = come to my Training Space or I will come to you with a variety of Food Puzzles for your dog to try to see what he enjoys 🧩
-Personal Puzzles Kit = no time to buy or create Puzzles? We have you covered with our Kit! 🧩
Visit my website for more information and fill out your form to get started today!
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Day 2 of our Back to School Paper Lunch Bag mini-series: Enrichment Essentials: Paper Bag Puzzle - Multiple bags! 🛍️
Need more ideas? Or want to try some puzzles before you buy them? We have options for you!
-Enrichment Exercises E-Booklet = purchase for online access to create and do puzzles with your dog 🖥️ 📙
-In Person Exploration Session = come to my Training Space and let your dog explore puzzles and items to entice all their senses 🧐
-In Person or In Home Enrichment Puzzles Session = come to my Training Space or I will come to you with a variety of Food Puzzles for your dog to try to see what he enjoys 🧩
-Personal Puzzles Kit = no time to buy or create Puzzles? We have you covered with our Kit! 🧩
Visit my website for more information and fill out your form to get started today!
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It's Back to School Time! We are going to post a mini-series of activities to do with Paper Lunch Bags starting today! 🛍️
Need more ideas? Or want to try some puzzles before you buy them? We have options for you!
-Enrichment Exercises E-Booklet = purchase for online access to create and do puzzles with your dog 🖥️ 📙
-In Person Exploration Session = come to my Training Space and let your dog explore puzzles and items to entice all their senses 🧐
-In Person or In Home Enrichment Puzzles Session = come to my Training Space or I will come to you with a variety of Food Puzzles for your dog to try to see what he enjoys 🧩
-Personal Puzzles Kit = no time to buy or create Puzzles? We have you covered with our Kit! 🧩
Visit my website for more information and fill out your form to get started today!
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Fulfill your dog's needs on this National Dog Day and every day! 🐶
1️⃣ Check out my story for some fun ways to spend time with your dog. 🤘
2️⃣ Watch this video which also provides a fun way to mix up your training. 👀📽️
Still want more ideas? I got you covered. Visit my website to learn about all the Services we offer, read our blog while you are there, and click on our social media links and YouTube channel for even more ideas! I am only an email away if you need any help with your dog.
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Rick and I gave the Outward Hound Tic Tac Twirl food puzzle a try today. Let me know if you have ever tried it or if you do in the future let me know if your dog likes it!
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Don't forget abour our seasonal service: Sensory Trail 🛤️ and Backpack Walk 🎒
You and your dog will enjoy time together outside while engaging your dog’s senses which will strengthen your bond through learning about your dog’s interests. As you can see, Emma had a blast at her session! Barkin' Through the Burgh
You can find more information and details on our website. Email with any questions and you can even fill out the Form to book your session!
Lisabarteldogtraining.weebly.com
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