{"id":8466,"date":"2023-02-06T18:04:35","date_gmt":"2023-02-06T18:04:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tails.com\/blog\/?p=8466"},"modified":"2023-02-09T10:42:46","modified_gmt":"2023-02-09T10:42:46","slug":"how-to-keep-your-working-dog-active","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tails.com\/blog\/how-to-keep-your-working-dog-active\/","title":{"rendered":"How to keep your working dog active"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>There&#8217;s plenty written about <a href=\"https:\/\/tails.com\/blog\/2022\/02\/11\/finding-your-perfect-dog-breed\/\">finding the perfect breed<\/a> that will fit into your life \u2013 with 222 to choose from along with a whole host of mixed and cross breeds \u2013 but at its heart (and this is all about love and relationships), this comes down to a very simple choice. Is your chosen breed originally designed to have a job (often called a working dog) or be a companion?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-choose-your-perfect-match\"><strong>How to choose your perfect match<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a new dog, first of all, think about why you want one. Picture your perfect canine relationship &#8211; and what that looks like every day for the next 12+ years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Do you have a \u2018job\u2019 in mind for your prospective dog to do? This could be anything from a dog sport &#8211; agility, flyball, hoopers, heelwork to music or any of the many others. To advanced training where you and your dog will be working together, gundog work, agility, herding, or just being your daily fitness buddy. Their \u2018job\u2019 can be anything that requires you to work together daily, with appropriate exercise, and ongoing training and interactions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Or do you want a dog to primarily be your companion? Someone who will be there for you, snuggle on the sofa, and largely be content with your company? With a daily walk of course.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This is where people can go wrong &#8211; remember to think about the fundamentals of what they were bred to do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This doesn\u2019t mean a working dog can\u2019t be a perfect companion \u2013 they absolutely can! But their hardwired working needs must be met first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So always start with &#8220;do I want a dog bred to work &#8211; with everything that involves? Or a dog bred to be a companion &#8211; who will still need exercise and more companionship, but is more laid back in their work ethic?&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How do I keep my working breed happy?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Already have a working breed? Or a cross of working breeds \u2013 such as a Cockapoo? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unless they already have a job, here&#8217;s your survival guide &#8211; activities for working breeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\">\n<li>Make sure they&#8217;re getting enough exercise. For most working breeds (gundogs, pastoral, working and terriers, and some utility), this is a couple of hours a day. This could mean drafting in other family members or even a dog walker if your life is pretty crazy already.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure exercise is breed appropriate. Generally gundogs enjoy retrieve-type opportunities and a chance to use their noses, terriers love digging and playing tuggy games\u2026 In the same way we don\u2019t all enjoy the same activities, our dogs were developed to do different jobs and so enjoy different things.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Join a training class \u2013 or if your dog is old enough, look into some of the dog sports.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A \u2018job\u2019 doesn\u2019t have to be bringing back pheasants or herding sheep \u2013 anything that keeps their busy brains and bodies occupied will do.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Give your dog plenty of <a href=\"https:\/\/tails.com\/blog\/2022\/09\/07\/walk-dont-walk\/\">enrichment and mental stimulation <\/a>in the house. These are smart dogs who need their brains kept occupied \u2013 they generally don\u2019t have an off-switch (unless their hard-wired needs are being met). Bored dogs get into mischief!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How do I keep my companion breed happy?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>While your companion breed might not be as high maintenance, they still have a \u2018job\u2019 \u2013 and that is to be with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\">\n<li>Companion breeds generally don\u2019t do well when left alone and can have <a href=\"https:\/\/tails.com\/blog\/2021\/05\/17\/how-to-fix-separation-anxiety\/\">separation-related behaviour issues<\/a>. Try to find ways to be able to have your dog with you at work or during the day. If this is impossible, find someone to keep them company.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spend time teaching them it&#8217;s \u2018safe\u2019 to be alone.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>These dogs love nothing more than your company and social interactions with you. Playing together every day, training (don\u2019t think these dogs aren\u2019t smart \u2013 they really are!) and hanging out on the sofa with you, are what makes them happy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sometimes these dogs need a bit of confidence building, so try to find a training class that specialises in small or companion breeds. With a bit of confidence, many companion dogs can do well in dog sports like agility or scent work \u2013 as long as they do it with you!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Never forget their main focus is you!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There&#8217;s plenty written about finding the perfect breed that will fit into your life \u2013 with 222 to choose from along with a whole host of mixed and cross breeds \u2013 but at its heart (and this is all about love and relationships), this comes down to a very simple choice. 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Summary Carolyn Menteith is an accredited dog trainer and behaviourist with over 25 years\u2019 experience working with dogs and their owners. As Tails.com\u2019s resident behaviourist, she shares her expertise to help owners understand their dogs and build stronger, happier relationships with them. Experience - Accredited behaviourist and trainer with 25+ years of practical experience. - Chair, UK Dog Behaviour and Training Charter - Experienced broadcaster and presenter - appeared in numerous TV series and radio shows - Speaker at international and national dog training and behaviour seminars and conferences Expertise - Dog behaviour &amp; training - Puppy life skills - Rescue dog rehabilitation - Canine communication - Animal welfare education Education &amp; Professional Affiliations - DipCABT (COAPE Diploma in Companion Animal Behaviour &amp; Training) - Kennel Club Accredited Instructor (KCAI) - Winner, Dog Trainer of the Year 2015 - Accredited member of APDT and INTODogs Publications &amp; Media - Author, Dog Manual: The Complete Step-by-Step Guide to Understanding and Caring for Your Dog - Author, Beautiful Dogs: Portraits of Champion Breeds - 800+ published articles on dog behaviour and training - TV appearances: Top Dog (Animal Planet), What\u2019s Up Dog? 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