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Everyone knows that to have a happy, healthy dog, exercise is a vital piece of the puzzle. Regular workouts allow dogs to burn off energy that might otherwise be used to dig, chew, bark or otherwise engage in behaviors most pet owners don't find acceptable.
Equally important to having a happy, healthy dog is mental exercise. A number of pet owners get frustrated that even with a large backyard, their dog continues to bark, dig or chew. That's because the size of the yard isn't a substitute for regular mental engagement. Think about it: if you had a large home where there was no television, no radio, no computer, books or music, it wouldn't take long for you to get bored, then frustrated with your situation. Dogs aren't much different.
Fortunately, a remedy for this is easily at hand. Spend a little time every day playing mental games with your pooch. While there are folks who think that teaching their dog tricks is something we do for our enjoyment, the truth is that it is also...
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