9 Ways to Entertain Your Dog
63Having a dog is like having a child. They crave constant attention and need physical and mental stimulation.
Here are some ways to keep your dog from getting bored:
1. Try getting a chew ball, a KONG or a frisbee
2. Go for a walk.
3. Take it to a Pool
4. Go Swimming at the Dog Beach.
There are several Dog Friendly Beaches in California:
Long Beach:
http://www.facebook.com/RosiesDogBeach
Coronado - Dog Beach
http://www.coronadovisitorcenter.com/CVC/Beaches.html
Del Mar - North Beach
http://www.delmar.ca.us/visitors/Pages/DogBeach.aspx
Huntington Beach Dog Beach
http://www.dogbeach.org/
Malibu - Leo Carrillo State Beach
http://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=616
San Diego Dog Beach - Mission Bay Park
http://www.sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/parks/missionbay/fiestaisland.shtml
San Diego Dog Beach - Ocean Beach
http://www.oceanbeachsandiego.com/dog-beach-ob
Arroyo Burro Beach Park
http://www.countyofsb.org/parks/parks02.aspx?id=7942&terms=arroyo+burro
Baker Beach
http://www.nps.gov/goga/parkmgmt/pets.htm
Carmel Beach
http://www.carmelcalifornia.com/index.cfm/pet_friendly_carmel.htm
5. Take it to a Lake
There are many dog friendly lakefront hotels, vacation homes and cabins in California that welcome well behaved dogs.
One good example is Henderson Springs http://hendersonsprings.com/ for those who enjoy flyfishing or those who are just looking to spend some quality time enjoying the outdoors, surrounded by mountain peaks and lush forests.
6. Go paddling on a boat, Canoe or Kayak
7. Enjoy a car ride together
8. Visit your local dog park
For a list of Dog Parks visit: http://www.doggeek.com/Dog%20Parks/California2.shtml
9. Encourage your dog to take naps
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My dog loves to go riding in the car! All I have to do is get her leash and say, "Let's go bye-bye", and she's excitedly waiting by the door.











Jason Lim Level 1 Commenter 4 months ago
cool tips. thanks!