BRAIN GAMES FOR DOGS

Hosted by Domesti-PUPS and the Nebraska Department of Corrections

When the weather outside is frightful, our dogs don't always get their daily exercise. During this demo, we'll show you some ways to exercise your dog's mind without breaking the bank. 
     Whether your dog is a canine Einstein or a bit of a slacker, he needs physical and mental stimulation. After all, most dogs were bred for specific jobs, like hunting, retrieving, guarding the home, or carting heavy loads. Many dogs today are tasked with nothing more challenging than taking a walk, pointing at the treat jar, or taking the best space on the sofa. And bored dogs can sometimes become destructive dogs.     You can energize, entertain, and stimulate your dog by offering interactive dog toys such as puzzles. Puzzles often have treats inside, and your dog's challenge is to figure out how to get to the treat. A puzzle also requires him to remember how it works and what skills he needs to "win." For your dog, solving a puzzle in order to get a reward puts him to work and engages his mind. And an engaged, busy dog is a happy dog. (source AKC)

DIY BRAIN GAMES