Why is it important to play with dogs?

May 01 2024
3 min reading time

In this blog you will read why playing with your dog is more than just a fun activity. We also present The Dog's Best Friend Game™ by West Paw. This interactive game is specially designed to bring owners and their dogs together in an adventure full of challenges and teamwork.

Exercise

Playing with dogs offers a wide range of benefits, both for the dog itself and for its owners. Physically, playing is an excellent form of exercise for dogs, allowing them to stimulate their muscles and improve their overall physical condition.

In addition, obesity is a common problem in dogs, which can lead to various health problems, such as joint problems, heart disease and diabetes. Regular play with your dog can help prevent or reduce obesity, as it burns calories and boosts their metabolism. In addition, it can regulate their appetite, making dogs less likely to overeat. In this way, play not only contributes to your dog’s physical fitness, but also to their overall health and well-being.

Mental stimulation

But play goes beyond physical activity; it is also mentally stimulating. Brain games and puzzles challenge dogs’ thinking skills, prevent boredom, and can help prevent behavioral problems caused by understimulation.

In addition, play contributes to positive interactions between dogs and their owners. It can build trust and mutual affection, which promotes a bond between the two parties. In addition, active play can reduce stress, both in dogs and humans, by releasing endorphins that promote a sense of happiness and relaxation.

Learning new skills

Another benefit of playing with dogs is its educational value. Through games and training sessions, dogs can learn new skills and obedience in a fun and stimulating way.

The Dog's Best Friend Game

The importance of play with dogs is well understood by West Paw . This American company is known for creating high-quality products that are safe for pets, while taking into account the impact on the environment, think of the Zogoflex and Seaflex dog toys. Their mission is to make both pets and their owners happier with innovative, sustainable and ethical products. West Paw is now getting the whole family involved in playing their latest interactive game called The Dog's Best Friend Game™.

Fun and training in one

The Dog's Best Friend Game™ is designed to bring humans and dogs together in an adventure filled with challenges and teamwork. It's not only fun, but also adds an extra layer of dog training without you even realizing it.

The game was created by animal behavior specialists, animal lovers, and experienced game designers, and is suitable for adults and children aged 8 and up. There are built-in breaks, but players can always take additional breaks. If a command does not elicit the desired response from the dog, another card can simply be drawn.

Another advantage of The Dog's Best Friend Game™ is that it can be played alone or with your dog, making it suitable for a variety of family situations.

The game comes with 81 challenge cards, 5 training tip cards, 8 plastic cups, a non-slip play mat, 2 plush dog toys, a sand timer and a rules sheet. There are also 4 blank cards included for players to design their own games.

West Paw offers several tips to get the most enjoyment out of the game. These tips include using treats for positive reinforcement, teaching commands using the play mat and cups, and reinforcing obedience using the game's specific dog toys such as the dice plushie and bone plushie.

In short, The Dog's Best Friend Game™ is not only a fun pastime, but also a valuable tool to strengthen the bond between people and their furry companions, while providing fun and friendship at the same time.

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