12 Ways To Tire Out Your Hyperactive Dog!

Can’t walk your dog like usual on a certain day? Is your dog still a whirling rush of energy after walks? Here are 12 ways to tire them out so they calm down.

1. Use A Treadmill. A human treadmill works fine, but there are also special doggy ones. Use treats to coax them onto it.
2. Tug-of-War. Grab a sturdy toy and play tug-of-war with your dog. Make sure they have learned to release the toy when told.
3. Lights. Use lit-up toys or even laser pointers to get your dog moving. You can also buy light-activated toys, which you can control with a flashlight or pointer.
4. Blow Bubbles. Use store-bought solution or make your own with a yummy scent.
5. Hide-and-Seek. Dogs love this game! Hide a toy, treats, or yourself.
6. Stairs. If you have stairs at home, have your dog run up and down them.
7. Push-Ups. There is such a thing as a push-up for dogs. The trick is just a combination of sit and down. Teach your dog to do it.
8. Puzzles. Puzzle toys and games keep your dog’s mind sharp and get them active.
9. Hula-Hoop. Teach your dog to jump through a hoop or tire with treats and praise.
10. Fetch. Play games of fetch, or variations of it.
11. Obstacle Course. Make an obstacle course for your dog to run through indoors!
12. Cups. Hide a treat under one of three cups, mix the cups around, and get your pup to guess which one has the treat!

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