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The four-legged members of our family, our dogs Chunk and Henry, have been with us through a lot. They’ve moved to new homes with us, and have been with us before we even had human children. Over the course of the years, our daily routines have changed, as things tend to change often in life. Thankfully, our dogs have adapted to each new home, new baby, and new routine.
Now that our dogs are older, we don’t want them to feel bored or like they’re unimportant to our family. Despite the everyday hustle and bustle of our lives, we want do the best we can to make sure that our big dogs are happy, healthy, and feel loved each day.
Here are some simple ways to give your dog a happy day:
1. Exercise and Play –
Just like humans, pups need to get outside and work off some energy, too! Living in South Florida, we are lucky that the weather is usually cooperative enough to be able to bring the kids and dogs outside to play. Having all of our family members interact together outside and play together is a lot of fun!
(Check out these ideas for fun activities that you can do together with your dogs)
2. Affection –
Hugs and kisses can go a long way to let your dogs know that you love them!
My husband is our dogs’ favorite hug-machine. The kids tend to get a lot of pooch smooches, too!
3. Let Sleeping Dogs Lie – Human or not human, everyone needs their rest! Make sure your pup is getting their zzzz’s and recharging their batteries after a long play session. Doesn’t everyone feel happier after a nap? I know I do!
4. Get regular checkups, vaccinations, and dental cleanings for your dog –
Ensuring proper health will make sure they have many more happy days ahead of them!
5. Surprise your best friend with a new dog toy or upgrade their dog bed.
A squeaky new toy or a fluffy new place to lay is a sure way to brighten their day and make them happier!
6. Take a long walk or a trip in the car to your favorite pet-friendly place like the dog park, PetSmart, etc.
What pup doesn’t love a nice long walk or a fun car ride and letting their ears fly free in the wind?!
7. Feed your dog a healthy diet –
A dog food that is specially formulated formulated to increase cognitive awareness in adult (age 7+) dogs, such as Purina® Pro Plan® BRIGHT MIND , is a great food to give to your dogs to make them have a happier day. Purina® Pro Plan® BRIGHT MIND contains enhanced botanical oils shown to promote alertness and mental sharpness in dogs seven and older with visible results within 30 days.
When added to the daily diet of dogs 7+, formulas that contained enhanced botanical oils promoted memory, attention and trainability. That makes me happy, too, knowing my dogs are eating food that’s helping them have a better life!
The next time you take your dog for a ride in the car to PetSmart, pick up a bag to try out. If you Spend $10 on any Purina Pro Plan Dry Dog or Cat Food* at PetSmart between 8/31 and 10/4, you can save $10 on your next Purina Pro Plan Dry Food purchase, 14-lb. or more, on or before 11/1. *Subject to availability. Transaction total is after discounts and before taxes.
Do you have an adult dog? What are some of your favorite activities to do with your dog or ways that you brighten up your dog’s day?
What a great reminder to always give our pups some special attention. I’m glad Chunk and Henry are enjoying their new food! #client
Thank you, David! 🙂