Is your dog spending long hours home alone? Dogs will happily sleep 12-14 hours per day (even more for puppies and seniors) however if you don't provide both physical and mental stimulation on a daily basis, be prepared for them to create their own fun! This could mean anything from rearranging your home décor to pulling clothes off the line or impressive landscaping efforts!
Common signs of boredom can include:
- Digging
- Chewing or other destructive behaviours
- Excessive Barking / Whining
- Following you around when you are at home
Most professional dog trainers and behaviourists advise that dogs should not be left alone for more than 4-6 hours but when you're working full-time, this is unachievable...
Cue the dog toy box because one easy solution to enrich their environment is to provide a great selection of tough toys and boredom busters, best rotated daily!
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Once frozen, serve up and watch your pup enjoy. They're not only cute but also functional to keep your dog's brain active and engaged plus they're stackable for the freezer.
These treat dispensing toys come in 2 sizes.
RRP: from $10.79 at petsafe.com/au
If you really want to reward your trusted companion with a tasty treat, then ZamiPet has created the ultimate guilt-free snack with added health benefits.
Formulated by Australian vets, ZamiPet HappiTreats® provide an extra-healthy boost to your pet’s treating or training regime, which not only delivers on big flavour but also supports the specific health needs of dogs.
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Save 20% with the exclusive ZamiPet HappiTreats® Taster Bundle:
✔️ 1 x HappiTreats® Relax & Calm
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✔️ 1 x HappiTreats® Skin & Coat
✔️ 1 x HappiTreats® Digestion
RRP: $16.95 per pack or $54.24 for the Taster Bundle with free shipping on all orders over $49 at zamipet.com.au.
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Chew out boredom and clean those teefies while you’re at it!
The soft and pliable nubs and ribs massage the gums and tongue while the multi-layered spikes brush away plaque and bacteria.
They come in three types: Medium, Large and Cactus. The cactus (shown) is suitable for dogs of all sizes, even the littlies will enjoy chewing the spiky branches, it also features a loud squeaker to ensure they never get bored brushing their teeth.
All three chew toys come with a handy cleaning brush.
Save 10% on the Happy Teeth Dental Care Bundle at thehappyjackco.com
A strong core is what helps your dog sit up, stand up, run, turn, twist, jump and play! When it’s too hot (or cold) to walk and train your dog outside, you can exercise your dog indoors using a FitPAWS® playground!
Subtle movement of the Donut under your dog’s weight causes a shift in your dog’s centre of gravity. Your dog will naturally try and maintain balance, causing the muscles to engage and strengthen.
This NEW Trax™ Donut was engineered to be a bit smaller than the previous donut to increase the challenge and the improved surface prevents slipping and provides neurosensory stimulation.
Great all round to improve fitness, build confidence and focus attention!
From March 1 - 31, 2023, use code ADL2023 to save 10% off all products.
RRP: $190.00 from cfraus.com.au
The Kibble Connector takes slow feeding to a whole new level.
It features an adjustable internal dispenser that can be filled with your dog's food or favourite treat. The outer shell has 10 connection points and 4 dispensing holes that can be blocked by adding the other Connectables (sold separately) for added challenge.
The Kibble Connector is the ultimate interactive puzzle
feeder that will teach your dog problem-solving skills & keep them engaged
and playing for hours.
Available in Small, medium, large.
Use code ADL25%OFF to save 25% off the entire K9 Connectables range until 30 April 2023.
RRP: from $42.00 at woofpackonline.com.au
This Snuffle Mat is an exciting, unique and interactive new way to feed your dog.
The gorgeous Forget-Me-Nots Snuffle Mat is a lovely blend of blues, greens and whites, also featuring wide snuffly gaps.
All Snuffle Mats are made from recycled fabrics from waste and offcuts, repurposed to create high quality and durable pieces, which promote slow eating, mental stimulation and excitement.
RRP: $59.99 from dogue.com.au
Exclusive to Pet Circle, the Playology range of scented toys come in a variety of irresistible scents, including beef, chicken, pork sausage and peanut butter, and offer up to seven times more engagement than regular unscented toys!
Playology’s Plush Squeaky Bone, Plush Squeaky Ball and Plush Crinkle Ring are all made from durable polyester designed to prolong your dog’s playtime, and release scented particles as they chew to keep them engaged and satisfy their olfactory desires.
Playology’s Dri Tech Rope is designed with durable fibre technology to prevent tearing and withstand even the toughest of chewers. The unique Dri Tech also wicks away slobber to make fetch time with your pet more enjoyable!
RRP: $12.99 - $25.99 from www.petcircle.com.au
Not only are puppies super cute - they’re also full of energy! Just keeping them occupied can be a challenge.
As you can see, Habitat’s littlest team member, Georgie, is fascinated by her Puppy Tornado. Also available from Habitat is the Hide and Slide Interactive Puppy Toy.
Once your puppy’s all grown up, it’s time for them to graduate to the next level. Don’t worry – Habitat has a huge selection of Nina Ottosson toys designed for adult dogs! The range has everything you and your dog need for a lifetime of enrichment.
Habitat has taken 30% off all Nina Ottosson toys in-store and online until the end of March.
Sale prices start from $19.59 – click here to shop.
RRP: $29.95 from www.roverpetproducts.com.au
Imagine a quiet evening at home with your furry friend sleeping at your feet, tuckered out from playing with their Squishy Face Flirt Pole.
Meet their need for play, while building their ability to make calm choices. And what better way to incorporate a reinforcer like play, into your training sessions?
✔️ Perfect for people with limited mobility and it is lighweight
✔️ Soft, non-slip grip and wrist strap
✔️ Bungee cord to prevent “whiplash” when lure is caught
Available in two Pole & Cord lengths.
RRP: $49.00 from www.politepaws.com.au
Are you tired of seeing your dog gulp down their food in seconds, leaving you worried about their digestion and health? Experience the evolution of slow feeding with Super Feedy, the ultimate, versatile 4-in-1 Slow Feeder Dog Bowl.
With its suction cup base, 10-cup capacity, and reversible lick mat that doubles as a lid for food prep and storage, Super Feedy is the perfect addition to your dog's feeding routine. Take it on the go for a happy and healthy mealtime, no matter where you are.
Say hello to a happier, healthier pup and get peace of mind with Super Feedy.
RRP: $49.00 at superfeedy.com
Not only does this chew toy satisfy your dog’s instinctual needs and encourages sensory play with a scented feature, but it keeps them entertained and away from destructive chewing.
The design also features nubs and grooves on its surface that help support teeth and gum health.
RRP: $19.83 from www.petstock.com.au
If you are back in the office, the transition will be hard for most dogs but especially those acquired during the pandemic, who have had their loving family on tap 24/7!
As pet owners, it’s normal to get anxious about leaving our beloved pets with a pet carer. With manual vetting, competitive rates, and a team that understands just how important good pet care is, Floofers aims to connect you with the most reliable pet carers in Australia.
Use code FLOOF10 to get $10 off when you book your first pet care service *for bookings of minimum $25 only* with Floofers at floofers.com.au
Start with observing your dog's natural behaviours, where they go to capture the sun, enjoy the shade and the places they like to sniff and explore.
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| Shale Hills Dog Park with Canine Sensory Garden - Credit: Western Sydney Parklands |
Provide lots of opportunities for your dog to run around. For example, you could have formal paths and informal trails around the garden creating a circuit to explore. You could also experiment with different objects and surfaces.
For some inspiration on design ideas and what you could include, read how to create a sensory garden for your dogs.
For ideas on plants to include for a low maintenance pet-friendly garden, read these tips from Plants in a Box.
If your dog could choose a book for you to read it would surely be this one.
This is a book about giving your dog an interesting and enjoyable life. Isn’t that the very least they deserve?
Paperback, 97 pages
Independently published, 21st August 2019
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