Do More With Your Dog! The Beginner's Guide to Enrichment

What enrichment actually means and why it matters beyond physical exercise · apply your animal behaviour knowledge — this is a great place to show your credentials · the five types of enrichment (sensory, nutritional/feeding, physical habitat, social, occupational/cognitive) explained in plain language with dog-specific examples for each · why enrichment matters for behaviour (bored dogs are often "problem" dogs) · easy ways to start at home with zero budget (wrapping treats in a towel, hiding food around the house, scatter feeding in grass) · slightly more involved options (puzzle feeders, slow feeders, snuffle mats) · simple training activities that double as enrichment (hide a treat and "go find", shape games, learning new cues) · getting out into nature (hikes, new environments, letting them sniff freely on walks) · the "sniff walk" concept — letting your dog lead and sniff rather than marching them around the block · tie back to PAWfectMood — treats are a key tool in enrichment activities, especially small soft high-value ones for puzzle feeders and training games.