This post is sponsored by BarkBox. As always, all opinions are entirely my own, and all canine models were compensated with treats and belly rubs. :-)
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Here at OGT, we love our dogs! Many of our dog-centric blog posts feature photos of Milo, the lovable boxer who belongs to our photographer Kaitlyn. Another one of our canine models is Frodo the sheltie, who belongs to our Production Manager Brittany. We love it when Milo and Frodo spend the day at the studio with us, but when they first started coming over to visit, they would get so bored! And having bored dogs around the studio is not great for productivity, as you can imagine.
Dogs are very smart and playful creatures, and some breeds are very work-oriented as well. When dogs are left to their own devices with nothing to play with, they can focus that energy into trouble-making or destructive behaviors. It boils down to this – a busy dog is usually a happy dog! So we got wise and filled a box with dog toys and chews, and got a big, soft dog bed too. Now Milo and Frodo have plenty of things to play with when they come to visit, and they’re much happier for it!
With the help of our friends at BarkBox, today we’re sharing a few specific ways you can keep your furry friends busy and happy!
Your dog is capable of learning all sorts of tricks, no matter how old they are! Keep your dog on its toes (or its paws!) by continually teaching them new tricks. By spending a few minutes each day teaching your pup, you’ll be providing them much needed mental stimulation. And your dog will love the extra attention!
Positive reinforcement is key when teaching your dog a new trick, and small
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