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We all love to play games at Christmas so how about letting your pal join in the fun? Help your dog be happy, entertained and part of the family celebrations.

Hide treats about the house

Get one of your dog’s favourite treats and hide it somewhere!  Make sure it is in a place that the dog can easily reach

Tug of war

Playing tug with your pet will help you both keep active, stimulated and happy!

Chase the ball

Chasing the ball is usually an outside game but a ball rolled along a corridor can still be as much fun!

Hide treats in a dispenser or puzzle

If you need to keep your pal entertained while you get on with the cooking why not get them a treat dispenser or puzzle game?

Agility Course

This one can be fun for all the family! You can either buy a kit or invent your own!

Make this Christmas a special time for all the family!

Exercise through walking and playing with your dog will keep your pal physically fit and mentally healthy.  Not only that, but you will also benefit from the exercise too!

Walking and playing with your dog is the best way to build a bond that will last a lifetime.

Regular exercise helps your dog maintain a healthy weight and heart. An older dog will need less exercise and a younger dog will need more. If you are unsure just ask your local vet for advice.

Lack of exercise and overfeeding is as much a problem in pets as it is in people. Your dog cannot decide how much exercise he or she needs or what kind of food is best to eat; only you can do that.

Plan your dog’s day, keep to the routine and you will both be fit, healthy and happy!

Who can really say which are the best 5 dogs?  We all love our pooches, be they pedigree or ‘Heinz 57’ and we all think our particular dog is best. So….. we have compiled a list of the 5 most popular breeds at the moment.  What do you think?

 

Labrador Retriever

Always at the top of the list are the Labradors! This breed was originally bred as a gun dog but more and more they are now highly valued as loyal, loving and friendly family pets.  They are fantastic with children of all ages.  Being highly intelligent, these dogs are relatively easy to train so it’s no wonder that they are the perfect dog for the disabled.  This breed ticks all the boxes!

Jack Russel Terrier

These feisty little dogs are amazingly loyal and make good companions.  They love to be part of the family ‘pack’! They were originally bred for fox hunting and love nothing better than shoving their heads into holes!  They are intelligent but need to be well trained as they like to be boss!  A JRT puppy is one of the cutest little pups!

English Springer Spaniel

These dogs are affectionate, fun loving and incredibly good natured, the Springer Spaniel loves to play, chase and run, and is the perfect companion for energetic children – Springers can play all day! Watch out for their ears though, they get them into everything including their dinner.

German Shepherd (or Alsatian)

They are a large dog and are valued for their fearlessness, loyalty and intelligence, and can often be found in working roles alongside of the police or military. Although their popularity waned as they were thought to be aggressive, they are now making a comeback.  They make a beautiful family pet.

Border Terrier

The Border Terrier is a small rough-coated terrier originating in the Scottish borders.  They are comical, fun loving and lively little dogs that tend to be hardy and full of vim and vigour! The Border Terrier generally gets on well with children but may not be too keen on cats and smaller pets!