Fun Games To Play With Your Dog

Playtime is important for every dog. Play gives your dog exercise and entertainment, which means that he’ll be less likely to exhibit destructive behaviors out of boredom. And most important of all, playtime is fun for your dog. Here are some fun games to play with your dog that you can both enjoy.

Fetch

Fetch is a great game to play with any dog. Fetch can be played on many different levels – you can toss a toy across the room and teach your dog to retrieve it, or you can throw a ball as far as possible while outside so that your dog gets some quality exercise in the process. Many dogs adore playing fetch.

Frisbee

Playing Frisbee is a fun takeoff on fetch. Make sure that you find a soft, flexible Frisbee, and throw it high in the air so that your dog has the chance to catch it before it lands. With a little practice, athletic dogs get incredibly good at making impressive leaps to snatch the Frisbee out of midair.

Dock Diving

If you live near a lake or pond, then dock diving may be an option for you. Dock diving is similar to fetch, but instead of racing after a ball in your yard, your dog chases the ball into the water, diving off the dock. Dock diving is actually an organized sport, but you can always play it for fun, too. Water-loving dogs are sure to have a great time with this game.

Hide and Seek

When you’re stuck inside, teach your dog to play a game of hide and seek. Have your dog sit and stay, then go and hide somewhere. Once you’ve hidden, call your dog. You may have to call a few times when teaching your dog the game, but when he finds you, make a big deal of the accomplishment and praise him. Your dog will quickly get the hang of the game.

Agility

There are many fun games involved in the sport of agility. You don’t have to train to compete, but can use the games for fun. Teach your dog to jump over obstacles, to weave cones, and to balance on a teeter totter and you’ll have more than enough games to entertain you both for quite a while. For added fun, try to see if your dog can navigate an entirely agility course.

Treat Hunt

If your dog loves treats, then he’s sure to love this game. Hide small treats around the house, then tell your dog to “find the treats.” Your dog’s sensitive nose will quickly lead him to the treats, and he’ll get the hang of this game with little to no training.