Do dogs get bored?

While this is something none of you will be prepared for, the truth is that dogs do get very bored sometimes. A bored dog is like a bored child and will need to find a way to stop the boredom by looking for something to do. A dog who is tied up or placed in a kennel all day with nothing to do and no mental stimulation is very likely to develop behavioural problems, just as we humans would in the same situation. Dogs love to use their nose. Rather than ‘blocking’ inappropriate activities, develop your own relationship by sharing activities such as tracking and other types of nose work. Each day dogs need to think, play and exercise both physically and mentally, to explore new environments, and to be understood and loved. With a good balance of these, your dog will be a happy healthy dog.