The chilly weather outside may not be favorable for you to walk or run with your dog to your favorite park like you used to, but it should not stop you from having your together time. It’s important to see that your pet stays active throughout winter and gets regular exercise.
Some dog breeds with thick coat may not mind the cold or snow and enjoy their time outside. You may take them for a quick walk to warm up. The dogs who don’t like being outside if it’s cold, need to be kept active indoors. There are numerous ways of ensuring your dog gets exercise in the winter season. Find more on winter exercises for dogs here.
Playing Fetch
This may be a very simple game for starters, but it ensures that your dog stays active while running around to fetch the ball or toy you throw. Use different objects, so that your dog learns this as a command and brings you stuff. Remember to reward your dog with his favorite treats, when the job is well done.
Puzzles
There are a variety of interactive games and puzzles available for pets these days. You may get them from a pet store or buy them online. These mental games are great for sharpening brain cells. Your pet also learns problem solving skills with the help of puzzles.
Maze run
You can try to create a maze with things that are available in the house for your pet and teach him how to find his way through. This can be really fun to see your dog try and figure out the way.
Obstacle tackle
Stack up few things or place objects, such as stools or tables around the house to create your own obstacle course. This is an excellent way for your pet to stretch his limbs and exercise those muscles.
Hide and seek
Playing hide and seek is a great way of teaching your dog to come on command. Ask your dog to wait, by leaving a treat or have someone to hold him, while you hide. Then, call your pet to come to find you and when he does, find for yourself how happy he feels!
Dog pals
When you feel like you’re stuck at home on a snowy day, you can invite your friends and their pets to keep you company. Your dog also gets to meet and play with his friends. It may get a little messy to have pets indoors, but its a great way of keeping your dog active and happy.
