Exercise is necessary for your dog’s physical and mental well-being. It fends off health complications like diabetes, and it keeps joints healthy. It’s not always easy to find the time to make sure your pet is getting enough exercise, however. Luckily, there are many ways to keep your pet active, including enrolling them in doggy day care. Below are a few ideas to help get you started.

3 Ideas to Exercise Your Dog

1. Play Games

If inclement weather is keeping your pet indoors, you can still get them moving. Try playing a game where you hide treats. Leave your dog in one room, and hide some of their favorite treats around the house, including in hard-to-reach places like in a box or under a clothes pile. They’ll love sniffing around, searching for them. It’s also cognitively stimulating and can help with their reasoning and problem-solving skills.

2. Take a Walk Around the Block

You don’t have to plan a hike, trip to the dog park, or another major outing to keep your dog healthy. A walk around the block is often enough. Take your time and let them interact with their surroundings. This is mentally stimulating and also gives them plenty of exercise. Invite the whole family or partner up with a neighbor who also has a dog. If you can’t walk your dog during the day, consider hiring a dog walker.

3. Enroll Them in Doggy Day Care

If everyone in your house works full-time, enroll your dog in doggy day care. This is a perfect opportunity for them to interact with other dogs and get plenty of exercise throughout the day. Skilled pet care staff members may also be able to assist with training.

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