I agree David. It's about spending time with dogs wisely and constructively. Building up agility and hunting skills all under strict working obedience every time you work your dogs build them up, mentally and physically. Increases bond, trust, confidence and communication of both dog and the handler as well.David Frost said:Two words: Mental Stimulation.
In my experience, the best way to tire out a high energy dog is mental stimulation. Such as, hide and seek, not only is the dog getting a physical workout, but using other senses as well.
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Bob Scott said:Definately the mental stimulation. Giving a dog a physical workout is a great idea EXCEPT for one side effect. I'm 60yrs old. Ain't no way I'm going to tire out a good dog. Even if I rode a bike, the dogs physical abilities would grow, and quickly outpace my keeping up with him. With mental stimulation I have half a chance of staying ahead of the dog.....Well...some dogs anyway. :wink:
