Smart Pet

So as I was sitting this morning watching my 2 dogs playing tug of war, I started thinking about how the most simple act as we view it, can be such a source of pleasure for our pets.

Obviously we as humans do not play tug of war with each other as a source of enjoyment, but for the sake of an example, I could compare a good game of tug of war to us playing a good game of twister.

Lars, my new dog, is only 22 months old and is full of life. He will do anything for a toy, which for me makes it very easy for me to train him to do tricks due to his willingness to do anything for his bone, kong, rope, etc.

Luther on the other hand is nearly 10, and as much as I hate to admit it, is beginning to slow down a little.

Watching them play tug together, without a care in the world illistrates their personalities down to a T.

Lars does most of the work, pulling like a demon, while Luther, who has 30lbs on him, simply plods along not really caring that he is being schooled by a much smaller opponent.

Luther being the SmartPet that he is, has a way of tricking Lars into a false sence of security.

He’s more than happy to let Lars dominate the game, but every so often he surprises the little guy with a vicious head shake or a turn and scoot maneuver that results in him taking the toy away from Lars.

If you want something fun to do that does not require you doing anything major strenuous, go to a dog park and watch dogs play, it has a way of making you feel good.

If you are one of the lucky ones like myself who have a multiple dog household, take time and just watch your dogs play, it is very relaxful, to me anyway.