How to occupy your Malinois at home?

In this new article, we will explain how to occupy your Malinois indoors with a little playful exercise. Whether during the growth of the puppy , during strong heat or simply to vary the activities , it is important to offer games and exercises that will make you think your canine companion.

Your imagination remains the best trick to entertain and stimulate your dog at home!

To start, you will need your Malinois' favorite toy or a treat that he particularly likes. Ask him to look at the object And put it in front of him . Then ask him not to not touch it staying at a reasonable distance. This step establishes a link between the dog and the game object.

Level 2 : The search game

Now we will gradually increase the difficulty of the game . Place the object in different places in the room , but always at the view of the dog . Use elements of the decor such as the sofa to hide the object . Ask your malou to look for it . Reward him when he finds the object and praise him.

Level 3: The blind search

To make the game even more interesting , hide the object in places without it being visible for your dog. You can put it behind furniture, under a chair, or even in another room. Guide your Malinois where you hid the object using gestures and verbal cues . You can take the opportunity to work on the “left/right. » Congratulate him when he finds the object.

Level 4: The complexity of the game

Now that your dog is used to looking for the object in different places, you can increase the difficulty . Add other similar objects and ask your Malinois to find a specific object among them . You can also use treats for the search game. Use the words "toy" and "treat" to let him know what you want him to do.

Conclusion :

You understand, with a simple starting exercise , you can offer your Malinois dog many possibilities for reflection and learning within. By varying the places, objects and words used, you can boost your intelligence And strengthen your bond with him.

Have fun with your Malinois and let your imagination run wild to invent the next levels!