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ENRICHMENT

Keep in mind there are many of different enrichment, and these are just some of them. You may have to experiment to find the one(s) your dog likes best. Successful enrichment should provide entertainment, but not frustration. If your dog is losing interest, you may need to try a different toy/type or what type of food or treats you are using.

Resources:
- Canine Enrichment Facebook Group
- Dog Enrichment Explained (it’s MORE than just food puzzles)
- Why Exercising Dogs is Overrated
- "Get A Calm Dog" Podcast: Episode 215 "How to Provide Enrichment to An Anxious Dog (ft. Rachelle Heyveld)" 

  • Produced by Jenna Romano, found on Spotify, aired May 10th, 2022

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Favorite Enrichment Ideas from our Followers:

  • Treats, Toys and Gadgets

    • Flirt pole

    • Frozen Lickimat/Westpaw toppler/Kong

    • Treat dispensing toy

    • Snuffle mat/Scatter feeding

    • Puzzle toy

    • Kiddie pool

    • Automatic feeder

    • Natural chew like a Beef Hide chip

    • Safe destruction of an item

      • Plush toy

        • Make sure to remove any choking/obstruction hazards from the situation, safely! - Fluff, squeakers, etc.​

      • Cardboard

      • Iceberg Lettuce Head

    • DIY

      • Roll up treats/kibble in a towel​

      • "Recycling puzzle", made with various paper and carboard pieces

        • Newspaper, boxes, toilet paper rolls etc.

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  • Activities

    • Parkour

    • Sniff decompression walk ("Sniffari")

    • Nose work ("Hide and Find")

    • Hide-and-seek

    • A drive with windows down

    • Indoor fetch

    • Push ups (sit & down)​

    • Up-and-down stairs

    • Trick training

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