now that your dog is a senior, training might be the furthest thing from your mind. “dogs that still feel useful and that they have a ‘job’ tend to keep a youthful outlook, much like humans who continue to stay engaged in activities after they retire.” leigh also explains that maintaining a training program with your senior dog will help continue to strengthen the owner-dog bond. there is no reason to stop offering the stimulation and attention that training provides, …

playing also helps prevent weight gain as the metabolism slows, and keeps your senior’s brain active, helping to stave off dementia! senior pups can fetch, bounce or swim with this buoyant ball and the bright orange-red color makes it easy to locate during play. if your elderly pooch can no longer run and fetch, the betterball also doubles as a treat toy! the flexible flying disc is made of soft but durable natural rubber to prevent pain or injury. these …

here are our picks for the best toys and games for senior dogs. one of the best is hide-and-seek. if you want to be the one hiding, put your dog in a “stay” and then find a place in the house or yard out of your dog’s sight. once your dog begins to catch on, you can start using farther locations and placing the object out of sight, like behind a piece of furniture or on top of a chair. …

this technique motivates the dog to learn in return for rewards such as a small tidbit or a game with a toy. if someone is coming to take pup potty outside, i would also have them exercise pup for thirty minutes, have pup stay in a crate to potty train at first in between being taken out, and give pup a dog food stuffed chew toy to prevent boredom in the crate. you need a way to communicate with him …

it is also a great way to burn off excess energy and keep your dog physically and mentally stimulated. allowing a dog to win means they can celebrate with their prize, but it also presents them with a wonderful opportunity: to choose to bring the toy back to you on their own!” she says. this is liberating to the dog and can take your relationship to the next level!” tug can also build confidence and help your dog to focus …