Dog owners are being encouraged to ensure their dogs are properly entertained
Dog owners shirking their playtime duties believe going for a walk or watching TV together is enough to keep their pets happy. Yet actively engaging their canine companions in stimulating games can help keep blood pressure under control, increase serotonin and reduce depression – and that’s just in humans.
More than 8 in 10 pet parents considered walking to be a form of play, along with 28% who believe ‘watching TV’ on the sofa counts. The research found that while owners recognised that 15-30 minutes of dedicated daily playtime is needed, over half do not manage it and 28% admitted they only play with their dog on three days a week.
Bonding and relationship strengthening was recognised as the most common benefit of play within the survey , however almost half of owners were not aware that play also supports mental stimulation and training . Now US firm BARK is on a mission to change our habits with the nationwide launch of the BARK to School Playbook at Pets At Home.
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