Does your dog look bored of eating and consuming their food in the same bowl every day? You can make mealtime for your pup much more fun and stimulate their minds at the same time by making simple changes. Here are some creative ways to keep your pooch happy and always excited for supper!
Meal Rugs
Turn old or unused bath rags in your River Modern condo into treat mats. Put goodies or dry food inside for your dog to explore the fabric and sniff them out of the nooks of the fluffy rug. Make sure the rag is clean, of course! You can also purchase rugs for treats in stores or online.
Slow Feeders
Slow feeders are dog bowls that are designed with mazes and have many twisting lines in the bowls, thus slowing your dog down when eating. This can be fun to watch, but of course, don’t go close to your pup when he/she is eating, as he/she may think you will try to grab the food and may bite you. A slow feeder can also help with food aggression as eating quickly becomes more challenging.
Outdoor Meals
When the weather is nice, don’t miss out on the opportunity to take your dog out to eat his/her mealtime outdoors. If it’s the hot season, you can prepare an exclusive doggy lunch pack by freezing water with treats in it. Once frozen, you can take your dog out and let him/her lick and treat until the ice melts.
Treat-Dispensing Toys
There are a variety of treat-dispensing dog toys, each of them with different mind-twisting challenges. Fill your toy with your dog’s favorite treats and teach them how to get to them. Teach and let them figure out how the toy works. You will achieve an incredible sense of satisfaction when you watch your pupster finally learn how to do the puzzle!
