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Adam England

Are you always entertaining your dog? One trainer explains why it’s fine to let your dog be bored

Dog laying on the couch looking bored.

As dog parents, we can feel as if we need to keep our dogs entertained and occupied at all times – whether to ensure they have enough stimulation, stay well-behaved, or we worry about whether our dogs are bored.

But do we actually need to give them the best dog chew toys, puzzles, and mats constantly? After all, parents often let their children amuse themselves when they’re bored, so does it need to be any different when it comes to our canines?

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