What Makes A Happy Dog?

We’re used to thinking of dogs as endlessly happy and loving creatures, but that’s not always the case. What we should say is that dogs are always capable of being highly happy and loving (the same is true of humans too!). If you’re planning to bring a dog into your life, then it’s important that you put the time and effort into making sure that your new canine friend is as happy as possible. They, after all, only get one life, just like us. The good news is that this isn’t difficult: there are certain ingredients that always ensure a dog can be happy. 


Let’s take a look at some of the best ways to make your dog as happy as can be.

Rosy is always excited to hang out with me in the patio.


Involved with the Family


Nobody wants to feel on the outside of all the fun, and that includes dogs. Actually, that’s probably especially true of dogs. You can ensure your dog is happy by getting him or her involved with your family plans. Of course, there’ll be times when that’s just not possible, but it largely will. For example, if you’re planning a Friday night family fun night, then make sure your pooch also has a space on the couch. You’ll also want to invest in a dog bed/blankets so they can be as comfortable as can be. 


In the Outdoors


You’ll need to take your dog on a couple of walks each day, but that should only be considered to be the bare minimum. After a year of the coronavirus pandemic, we all know how frustrating it can be to be cooped up inside all the time. You can put a big smile on your canine’s face by going for long walks in the outdoors. You won’t be able to do this every day, of course, but at the weekend? It’ll be possible. No matter where you live, there’ll be somewhere beautiful to explore. And this approach won’t only be good for your dog -- you’ll have a great time when you’re out there, too


Delicious Meals and Snacks


You know how happy eating a delicious meal or snack can make you? The same applies to your dog. You’ll already know just how happy they are when you give them a piece of your leftovers. So why not look at feeding them a tasty meal of their own each night? There are some healthy dog food brands that are also delicious. As well as their main meals, fill the pantry with some flavorful snacks -- you’ll be unlikely to see your dog as happy as they are when you’re throwing a treat their way. 


Time With Friends 


Finally, take a look if there are any dog parks in your local area. Unless your dog does not handle being around other dogs well, they’ll have a great time running around with other canines. If there isn’t a dog park, then you can look at getting your pet together with the dogs of your friends if they have them. 


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