Every dog owner knows their pooch can sometimes be too much to handle because they have so much energy! But, their high energy antics can be tamed with regular exercise and it can even help you too! With that said, let’s take a look at some great ways to exercise with your pet so they can tucker themselves out for a peaceful night at home. Here are some exercise tips from Healthy Hound Playground, the full service dog boarding experts in Centreville, VA!
1. Fetch
A simple game of fetch can be one of the best ways to drain some of that energy! Pick up their favorite toy and toss it in the yard for them to chase. Fetch is an easy daily exercise you can fit into busy schedules and there’s no need to travel far for a game. A close-by park or your backyard can work and on those rainy days, it can be an indoor game!
2. Tracking Treats
Another great way to get your dog moving is by a simple hide and seek treat game. Grab some of their favorite treats and hide them in boxes so they can pick up the scent to search. You can set up these hidden boxes all over the house or in the yard and watch them hunt for their tasty treat. Once they find them, open the box and reward them.
3. Let Them Loose (figuratively)
One of the best forms of exercise is letting your dog participate in activities they would naturally do. For instance, take them to a dog park and let them create their own fun with other pups. This also works best if you have two or more dogs because they can be let outside in the backyard to play with each other. They will end up expending all their extra energy in a way they choose!
4. Obstacle Course
If you’ve ever watched a dog show, you may have noticed that the trainers will lead their dog through a variety of obstacles like jumps, running up steps and burrowing through pop-up tunnels. If you create a similar obstacle course or maze of activities in your yard that promotes running and jumping, you can watch them gain new agility skills and burn off all that energy.
5. Running
Running with your pooch is like multi-tasking – you will benefit from the exercise and so will they! Not only can it increase their stamina and help them maintain a healthy weight but it’s a wonderful way to expend their built up energy. However, it’s important to respect their capabilities because dogs can’t verbally tell us when they are tired or worn out. With that in mind, take a look at the infographic below to learn about the do’s and don’ts of running with your dog.
We’re pretty sure Sky had a fun time on her intro day! 😂 #puppiesofinstagram #puppy #sillypuppy #rockville #doggydaycare #dogs #germanshepherds #dogsofinstagram #healthyhoundplaygroundrockville #puppyfun #germanshepherdpuppy
We’re pretty sure Sky had a fun time on her intro day! 😂 #puppiesofinstagram #puppy #sillypuppy #rockville #doggydaycare #dogs #germanshepherds #dogsofinstagram #healthyhoundplaygroundrockville #puppyfun #germanshepherdpuppy
When the parents bring bubbles, it makes for a special day!
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When the parents bring bubbles, it makes for a special day!
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Snuggle Fest with the small dogs! ❤️🐶🥰 #snuggles #cuddles #dogsofinstagram #dogs #socute #healthyhoundplaygroundrockville #rockville #dogdaycare #instagood
Snuggle Fest with the small dogs! ❤️🐶🥰 #snuggles #cuddles #dogsofinstagram #dogs #socute #healthyhoundplaygroundrockville #rockville #dogdaycare #instagood
More of our Sweetheart Valentine`s photos!
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Parents should be checking their email for digital copies. Thank you so much for the special gift of caring for your pups and for letting them be our Valentine this year!
More of our Sweetheart Valentine`s photos!
#fyp #dog #virginia #love #animal #photography #healthyhoundplaygroundsterling
Parents should be checking their email for digital copies. Thank you so much for the special gift of caring for your pups and for letting them be our Valentine this year!
These babies have us swooning!
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We had a lot of pups sign up! We`re working hard to get all of our Valentine`s photos out. Parents should be checking their email for digital copies. If you haven`t received yours yet, we are still working on them. 🥰 Thank you so much for the special gift of caring for your pups and for letting them be our Valentine this year!
These babies have us swooning!
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We had a lot of pups sign up! We`re working hard to get all of our Valentine`s photos out. Parents should be checking their email for digital copies. If you haven`t received yours yet, we are still working on them. 🥰 Thank you so much for the special gift of caring for your pups and for letting them be our Valentine this year!
Here are a few of our Sweetest Valentines!
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We had a lot of pups sign up! We`re working hard to get all of our Valentine`s photos out. Parents should be checking their email for digital copies. If you haven`t received yours yet, we are still working on them. 🥰 Thank you so much for the special gift of caring for your pups and for letting them be our Valentine this year!
Here are a few of our Sweetest Valentines!
#instagood #dog #photography #fyp #love #explore
We had a lot of pups sign up! We`re working hard to get all of our Valentine`s photos out. Parents should be checking their email for digital copies. If you haven`t received yours yet, we are still working on them. 🥰 Thank you so much for the special gift of caring for your pups and for letting them be our Valentine this year!
Our #doggydaycare Valentines at #healthyhoundplayground 💖🐩🐕
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Our #doggydaycare Valentines at #healthyhoundplayground 💖🐩🐕
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Happy Valentine’s Day! 🩷 Our staff was spoiled today with so much love from your special ones. (Luckily, they treat us like it’s Valentine’s Day everyday!) ☺️ #luckyinlove #love #valentinesday #dogsofinstagram #dogs #healthyhoundplaygroundrockville #doggydaycare #rockville #dogkisses
Happy Valentine’s Day! 🩷 Our staff was spoiled today with so much love from your special ones. (Luckily, they treat us like it’s Valentine’s Day everyday!) ☺️ #luckyinlove #love #valentinesday #dogsofinstagram #dogs #healthyhoundplaygroundrockville #doggydaycare #rockville #dogkisses
From Han Solo, Poppy, and all of us at Healthy Hound Playground!
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From Han Solo, Poppy, and all of us at Healthy Hound Playground!
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Josie and Onyx (BFF’s)! Onyx is one of our newest puppies and has quickly realized how much fun daycare can be. 🥰🐶 #puppies #doggydaycare #dogsofinstagram #rockville #healthyhoundplaygroundrockville #socute #puppiesofinstagram #bernadoodle #puppyplaytime #instagood #dogsofdmv
Josie and Onyx (BFF’s)! Onyx is one of our newest puppies and has quickly realized how much fun daycare can be. 🥰🐶 #puppies #doggydaycare #dogsofinstagram #rockville #healthyhoundplaygroundrockville #socute #puppiesofinstagram #bernadoodle #puppyplaytime #instagood #dogsofdmv
Happy 5th Birthday to Eddie!
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Happy 5th Birthday to Eddie!
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Doggie makeover edition 2024! 🐶💅 (Courtesy of our groomer Lou) #lousgrooms #doggroom #dogs #doggroomersofinstagram #groomingsalon #handstripping #rockville #doghairstyle #dogcolor #doggydaycare #healthyhoundplaygroundrockville
Doggie makeover edition 2024! 🐶💅 (Courtesy of our groomer Lou) #lousgrooms #doggroom #dogs #doggroomersofinstagram #groomingsalon #handstripping #rockville #doghairstyle #dogcolor #doggydaycare #healthyhoundplaygroundrockville
With the new year, comes new friends! Meet our newest little fluff, Cola. #puppiesofinsta #puppiesofinstagram #puppy #rockville #healthyhoundplaygroundrockville #socute #bernesemountaindog #doggydaycare #bernesemountaindogsofinstagram
With the new year, comes new friends! Meet our newest little fluff, Cola. #puppiesofinsta #puppiesofinstagram #puppy #rockville #healthyhoundplaygroundrockville #socute #bernesemountaindog #doggydaycare #bernesemountaindogsofinstagram
Congratulations to Buster for winning our Holiday Best Dressed Contest at Healthy Hound Playground - Sterling, Va!!
He stole the show with his dapper coat and scarf combination. His impressive posing skills took the cake, winning him a FREE Full Day of Daycare!
Great job, Buster! We can`t wait for our next play date!
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Congratulations to Buster for winning our Holiday Best Dressed Contest at Healthy Hound Playground - Sterling, Va!!
He stole the show with his dapper coat and scarf combination. His impressive posing skills took the cake, winning him a FREE Full Day of Daycare!
Great job, Buster! We can`t wait for our next play date!
#dog #dogs #healthyhoundplaygroundsterling #christmas #holiday #bestdressed #contest #pup #puppy #dogsofinstagram #doggydaycare #instagram #socute #instagood #win #winter #cutedogs #fyp #fypシ #viral
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First snow! 😋❄️#catchingsnowflakes #dogs #doggydaycare #dogsofinstagram #rockville #healthyhoundplaygroundrockville #socute #wintertime #snowday #firstsnow #instagram
First snow! 😋❄️#catchingsnowflakes #dogs #doggydaycare #dogsofinstagram #rockville #healthyhoundplaygroundrockville #socute #wintertime #snowday #firstsnow #instagram