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Washington Heights Veterinary Clinic https://washingtonheightsveterinaryclinic.com/
Dr. Lore Haug DVM, MS, DACVB, CABC Veterinary Behaviorist https://www.texasvetbehavior.com/about-lore-haug
Dr. Heidi Hottinger, DVM https://www.gcvs.com/staff/dr-heidi-hottinger/
Products
“Flirt Pole” from Squishy Face. This is an excellent game to play with your dog to expend a lot of energy! Enrichment needs met: physical and mental stimulation. Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/Squishy-Face-Studio-Flirt-Pole/dp/B085B1P64T/ref=dp_prsubs_3?pd_rd_i=B085B1P64T&psc=1
Another fun, interactive enrichment product is called the “KONG Ballistic Hide ‘N Treat Dog Toy.” When you open this toy up there are pockets inside where you hide treats. Enrichments needs met: foraging, mental stimulation, sniffing. Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/KONG-Ballistic-Treat-Medium-Assorted/dp/B01MD20Z55/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Kong+ballistic&qid=1586026442&s=pet-supplies&sr=1-1
“Starmark’s Bob-A-Lot Interactive Dog Toy.” You can use it as an enrichment tool by adjusting how many treats will come out at a time.
Want to really challenge your dog? Try the Dog Tornado Puzzle Toy by Outward Hound. Enrichment needs met: mental, physical, foraging. Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Outward-Hound-Ottosson-Tornado-Puzzle/dp/B07239T47Y/ref=sr_1_7_mod_primary_new?dchild=1&keywords=Dog+smart+puzzle&qid=1586028323&sr=8-7
“Mutts Kick Butt Cupcake Treat.” Built for tough chewers. Enrichment needs met: foraging, chewing, and mental stimulation. Amazon: https://www.chewy.com/muttskickbutt-cupcake-treat-dispenser/dp/207712?utm_source=partnerize&utm_medium=affiliates&utm_campaign=1101l39861&utm_content=0
“Hipat Large Dog Treat Ball”. Challenge your dog with an IQ puzzle toy. Enrichment needs met: mental stimulation, foraging. Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Hipat-Interactive-Dispenser-Environmental-Fragrance/dp/B074C4LCY1
“Outward Hound Interactive Plush Hide and Seek Toy.” Dogs love this toy! Stuff the squirrels in the tree and dogs have to pull them out. Enrichment needs met: mental and sensory stimulation. Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005VS9WO6/ref=pd_alm_asdz_1_2_fs_dsk_dp_ry_img_sims?fpw=fresh&pd_rd_r=ef5b9608-8770-49e8-9ffe-48635323e161&pd_rd_w=7eKU6&pd_rd_wg=Z94NW&pd_rd_i=B005VS9WO6
“Frisco Hide and Seek Plush Flying Saucer Puzzle Dog Toy.” Tuck the aliens in the saucer along with treats to make this a really enriching game for your dog. Enrichments needs met: mental and sensory stimulation and foraging when treats are added. Amazon:https://www.chewy.com/frisco-hide-seek-plush-flying-saucer/dp/179590
No-Pull Harness
Freedom No-Pull Dog Harness. This harness works well and comes in a multitude of colors! What I really loved was that they did a custom adjustment to my labrador’s size before shipping it to me. Also, it comes in a lot of fun colors!
2Houndsdesign.com:https://www.2houndsdesign.com/product/neon-orange-freedom-no-pull-harness/
