Mental stimulation is key help develop dogs’ cognitive behavior, as well as their overall well-being. Physical exercise is great and necessary for a dog, but it’s only half of the equation.
It doesn’t take complex toys, it’s mostly just simple, fun games with its owner.”
Source: AKC, January 2009. Link. Many of the hyperactivity and destruction problems dog owners struggle with can be resolved by adding mental exercise to their dog’s daily life.
Also see: Mental stimulation matters, Happy Puppy Tips. Link.
Stimulating a dog’s mind and challenging them can help prevent common symptoms of aging and keep their mind sharp for much longer.
INSIGHTS: For pet boarders, pet sitters and pet owners adding mental stimulation to daily exercise and play times is an important part of keeping pets happy and healthy. There are hundreds of resources but keeping it simple is a central theme in the 25-plus articles we reviewed for this post.