What Is Dog Enrichment? The Secret to a Happier Pup

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Dog Enrichment with Tori Mistick

Tori Mistick

7 episodes

3 days ago

Worried your dog is bored? You’re not alone. 52% of pet parents say boredom or loneliness tops their worry list. On Dog Enrichment with Tori Mistick, you’ll discover fun, science-backed ideas you can try at home to spark curiosity, engagement, and a deeper bond with your dog. Hosted by a certified canine enrichment specialist with over 20 years of hands-on experience, each episode is practical, playful, and pure joy.

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What Is Dog Enrichment? The Secret to a Happier Pup

Dog Enrichment with Tori Mistick

21 minutes 8 seconds

1 month ago

What Is Dog Enrichment? The Secret to a Happier Pup

What if just 10 minutes a day could help your dog feel calmer, happier, and more connected to you? In this very first episode of Dog Enrichment with Tori Mistick, I’m breaking down everything you need to know about dog enrichment—what it is, why it matters, and how a few simple activities can transform your dog’s day (and yours!).

I share how I discovered the world of enrichment, the science-backed benefits for your pup, and easy ways to get started without spending tons of money or time. Plus, I’ll walk you through my favorite at-home enrichment ideas you can try tonight, and answer common myths holding pet parents back from giving their dogs the best life possible.

WHAT'S COVERED IN THIS EPISODE:

01:20 My journey from dog lover to certified canine enrichment technician

03:00 The real meaning of enrichment (hint: letting dogs do dog things!)

05:00 How enrichment can help with anxiety, boredom, destructive behaviors, and even self-confidence

08:15 The 8 categories of enrichment every pet parent should know

14:00 Easy enrichment ideas you can do right now: muffin tin puzzle, treat towel burrito, toy rotation & more

17:45 How to bust the myth that enrichment is too hard, expensive, or time consuming

18:15 How to get your questions answered on a future episode

Thank you so much for joining me for episode one! New episodes drop every Wednesday, each diving deep into a new enrichment category with practical, quick ideas backed by real science. Hit the follow button so your pup doesn’t miss out!

SHOW NOTES & MORE:

Links, recommended enrichment products, and sources mentioned in this episode: http://toriknowsdogs.com/podcast

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