The importance of exercise and playing

THE IMPORTANCE OF EXERCISE AND PLAYING

Physical activity is very important for your dog’s wellbeing, not only physically but also mentally. Discover how to put this in practice.

 

WHY IS EXERCISE IMPORTANT FOR YOUR DOG?

It will strengthen their bones and muscles

They will be more relaxed during the day

They will sleep better at night

It will develop their intelligence

It will help to prevent cardiovascular diseases

It will prevent problems such as weight gain

GAMES

By playing with your dog, you will help them to feel more lively and, in doing so, strengthen the bond between you. Here are some ideas!

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INTERACTIVE GAMES

BRAIN TEASERS

SCENT GAMES

Your dog will have a great time interacting with you or a toy!

Keep your dog's mind active and prevent boredom!

Smell is very important to dogs! Help your dog to develop their sense of smell with these ideas.

FETCH!

What do you need?

A toy that you can throw, such as a frisbee or a ball

You can also take a rope and wiggle it around to challenge your dog a bit more

How to play

Take the toy you have chosen and throw it so your dog can fetch it. They will bring it back to you so you can throw it again. They will love it!

It will help your dog to exercise in a fun and stimulating way!

SURPRISE CUPCAKES

What do you need?

A muffin tray or similar

Several balls

How to play

Place the muffin trays on the ground and place a tennis ball in each hole. Your dog must try to take the balls out of each of the holes.

Do you want to try another version of the game? Try placing some kibbles of their favourite Libra food under the tennis balls. Even more exciting!

This game will develop their strategic capacity and they will enjoy completing the challenge!

RETRIEVE THE FOOD!

What do you need?

A toy that enables you to hide food inside, for example, in the typical treat balls with holes in

Their favourite Libra food

How to play

Insert their favourite food into the toy. Your dog must make an effort to retrieve the food.

They will have a great time putting their skills to the test to get the reward!

 
 
 

THEIR PATIENCE WILL BE REWARDED!

What do you need?

Simply some kibbles of their favourite Libra food

How to play

Take a few kibbles of feed and place them in one hand. Close this hand in front of them, so that they see where they are!

It is very likely that they will lunge at your hand the first few times. The aim is that they learn to stay calm and sit and wait for your signal so they know when to come and eat from your hand.

This game will teach them to be more patient and feel less anxious!

STRATEGY GAMES

What do you need?

An interactive toy for dogs. There are many on the market: you can get your dog to open small boxes, push buttons or move items to get to the delicious food.

Some kibbles of their favourite Libra food.

How to play

Hide some kibbles inside the interactive toy. Your dog has to work out how to get the kibbles out.

Put their skill and strategy to the test!

 
 

WHERE IS THE FOOD?

What do you need?

Cones (or something similar that you can cover the food with)

Some kibbles of their favourite Libra food

How to play

Take some cones and place a few Libra kibbles underneath, without your dog seeing. Your dog has to try to find which cone the food is under.

They will feel a great sense of satisfaction finding the kibbles with just their sense of smell!

HIDE AND SEEK

What do you need?

Choose a specific room in your home

Some kibbles of your dog's favourite Libra food

How to play

Without your dog seeing you, hide a few kibbles of food in a safe place in the room. Then watch how they have fun using just their sense of smell and how they enjoy their delicious reward!

It will encourage their hunting instinct and leave them relaxed!

SECRET POCKET

What do you need?

A blanket with a small pocket to place the Libra kibbles in. If you don't have this type of blanket then you can stitch or attach a pocket yourself.

Some kibbles of your dog's favourite Libra food.

How to play

Place a few kibbles of food in one of the blanket pockets. Your dog will sniff it out and then enjoy their delicious reward.

It will develop their sense of smell and stimulate their senses!