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Dog(s) of the Day:
Mango!
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The Tail-Wagging Truth: Do Our Dogs Actually Get Bored?
We’ve all seen it: that heavy, dramatic sigh as your dog collapses onto the rug, or the way they systematically "de-fluff" a toy they’ve owned for years. It looks like boredom, it feels like boredom, but is it just us projecting our human feelings onto our furry best friends?
The short answer? Absolutely. Dogs are highly intelligent, social creatures, and just like us, they can get stuck in a rut.
The Signs of a Bored Pooch
Boredom in dogs isn't always as simple as a nap. In fact, it often manifests as "paws-on" mischief. If your dog is doing any of the following, they might be looking for a job to do:
The "Interior Decorator": Chewing baseboards, shoes, or couch cushions.
The "Gardener": Digging up your prize-winning petunias.
The "Nagger": Constant pawing, whining, or dropping a soggy ball in your lap while you’re on a Zoom call.
The "Escapologist": Testing the boundaries of the backyard fence just to see what’s on the other side.
Why Does It Happen?
In the wild (and in their ancestral history), dogs were busy. They spent their days scavenging, hunting, guarding, and herding. Modern domestic life, while cozy, is—let’s be honest—a bit of a snooze fest. If their only "task" is waiting for you to get home from work, their mental "engine" starts to idle, and that’s when the mischief begins.
3 Ways to Bust the Boredom
You don’t need to quit your job to keep your dog entertained. It’s all about quality over quantity.
Work the Nose, Not Just the Legs A 15-minute "sniffari" (where your dog leads the walk and smells everything they want) is often more exhausting for them than a 30-minute brisk run. Their brains process scents the way we process a complex novel.
Ditch the Food Bowl Why eat for free when you can work for it? Use puzzle feeders, Snuffle Mats, or even hide kibble around the living room. Making them "hunt" for breakfast keeps their mind sharp.
Learn a New Trick You can teach an old dog new tricks! Even five minutes of training a day strengthens your bond and gives them a sense of accomplishment.
The Bottom Line
Your dog doesn't need a constant itinerary of events, but they do need to feel engaged with their world. A bored dog is just a smart dog with nothing to do. So, the next time you hear that big, soulful sigh, maybe it’s time to grab the leash or hide a few treats. After all, a tired dog is a happy dog—and a happy dog makes for a very happy human.
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Dog Food and Supplement Recalls
Here are the recent recalls and advisories:
Bonnihill Farms (Fromm Family Foods) - BeefiBowls Beef Recipe gently cooked frozen dog food, 16 oz. chubs for potential plastic contamination
Foodynamics - Freeze Dried Pet Treats for potential Salmonella contamination.
Nature’s Own - Pet Chews Bully Bites Treats for potential Salmonella contamination.
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Willow and Princess Crystal!
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