01/07/2024
Today I took my pup on a three hour snowshoeing adventure! We both had a great time exercising our bodies and minds. She’s sleeping by my side now and I’m not far off from a nap myself. One major cause of behavioral issues is a lack of mental stimulation and physical exercise for our dogs. They are incredibly intelligent creatures many of whom were bread to run for hours a day. This is why when we limit their exercise and mental stimulation to a quick walk around the block or just give them access to a backyard we often see problem behaviors like barking, chewing, and an inability to settle down which frequently arise from boredom.
One way I like to ensure my dog gets her physical and mental needs met is to find activities that we can do together- like snowshoeing!
Reach out to me if you need help coming up with ideas!