DIY Dog Games: 10 Fun Ideas

Dogs , beyond food and companionship, love toys. And some obsessed and wasteful owners think it's a good idea to spend money, and not a little, on commercial products advertised as "ideal for pet entertainment." It's a shame that dogs , like cats , love to amuse themselves and play simply and with simple things. There's nothing special to look for. Rather, there 's the opportunity to have fun through creative recycling of objects and the invention of DIY dog toys.

Let's see the most effective ones:

Plastic bottle

Using a plastic bottle wrapped in a sock or an old T-shirt, you can create a toy that your dog will enjoy chewing to hear the plastic crackle, without the risk of scratching his face or hurting his teeth.

blankets

Dogs love playing with blankets , so simply lay a large, soft one on the floor and let your dog dive in it, tossing and turning to his heart's content. If you have children at home, it's fun to involve them in this game, perhaps asking them to hide so the dog can find them.

Tennis

The game of tennis, which dogs absolutely love, is very simple to make. All you need is an old tennis ball and a piece of string. After making a hole in the ball, thread the string through the holes and place the ball in the center of the string, tying the sides to secure it.

Old pipe

If you have an old, sturdy PVC pipe, drill holes in it and fill them with treats so that the dog can push them out and eat them.

Piñata

Try a piñata for dogs. Simply fill a large paper bag with strips of paper and various treats. Your dog will be attracted by the scent emanating from inside and will do anything to break it, engaging in some healthy exercise.

Dog fishing

Another great idea is "dog fishing," which requires a fishing rod—homemade, of course, with a stick and string—to which you attach one of your dog's favorite toys or something he likes to eat. Finally, wave the rod in front of your dog, encouraging him to jump for the coveted treat.

Colored fabric

Using pieces of colored fabric , you can cover plastic balls to make them more attractive and throw them to the dog so he can run and fetch them.

Cloth bone

The fabric bone idea is a lovely one, made from old, unused T-shirts and some stuffing. You'll then need to sew it all together, perhaps after inserting a small mechanism inside that plays music or a faint sound, perhaps from an unused toy.

Old socks

Using old socks, preferably colored ones, you can create beautiful braids to use when playing with your dog, indoors or outdoors.

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