Summer is like a dog learning recall: We wait for him to come, but he\u2019s gone again in a flash. After months of freezing their butts off, our dogs want us to make the most of these warm temperatures. Moving their heads from left to right as they watch us mow the lawn for the 10th time isn\u2019t exactly summer fun, so try these 10 ideas.<\/p>\n
1. Hit the beach<\/h3>\n
Unlike humans who fret over tan lines and pudgy tummies, canines enjoy a day in the surf. Watch your pup bounce down the beach like a Baywatch beauty, saving all the sticks from drowning. Sprinting in the sand is a great workout for pooches carrying extra pounds \u2014 twice as fun as a regular run, and it burns more calories.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\nDog digging on beach by Bormozaya.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
2. Let your diggers dig<\/h3>\n
They may not be great at sandcastle construction, but dogs sure do make great excavation crews. Just like human kids, dogs love to dig during a beach day. Follow along to fill in their potentially ankle-twisting masterpieces, and have poop bags ready so you can remove any buried treasure.<\/p>\n
3. Dip your feet and paws in the pool<\/h3>\n
You may prefer to lounge poolside with your pup<\/a>. Chlorinated water won\u2019t leave your dog smelling like Eau de Seaweed, and you won\u2019t have to spend hours removing sand from your car and furry friend. Schedule a potty break before diving in, though \u2014 dogs will pee in a pool if the urge hits (they\u2019re no different than people that way).<\/p>\n If you\u2019re landlocked or don\u2019t have a pool, frolick through the sprinkler in your own backyard. Chances are your dog will love sprinkler time just as much as you did as a kid \u2014 and any yellow pee patches on your lawn will love it, too.<\/p>\n Ice cream cones may be a summer memory from childhood but not one you\u2019ll want to replicate for your dog. They\u2019re full of tummy-troubling lactose and refined sugar. Instead of running after that annoyingly musical vehicle, maybe you and your dog could have some frozen berries and chase each other.<\/p>\n Related:<\/strong> DIY Recipe: How to Make Fill-and-Chill Dog Treats<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Our dogs love to mark on trees, but during hot summer walks, these pee posts serve another great purpose for\u00a0our pups: shade! Ideally, you want to find a tree casting enough shadow for you both, but if there\u2019s only enough shade for one, let your dog take it. After all, you\u2019re not the one wearing a fur coat.<\/p>\n Dog in the shade by Gina Cioli\/Lumina Media.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n When breaks in the shade aren\u2019t enough, it\u2019s OK to stay indoors until the sun calms down. Sunset strolls lead to nights spent roasting wieners around the bonfire. This way you\u2019ll have a cool canine by your side, begging for a hot dog instead of being one.<\/p>\n Some dogs are more ambitious than others when it comes to outdoor adventures. One might be ready to head out into the wild wearing his own backpack, while another would prefer to ride in a backpack. If you have the second type, stick to the easy trails, or call your chiropractor ahead of time.<\/p>\n Man and dog camping by Shutterstock.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Why not give camping a try<\/a>? Most dogs wouldn\u2019t mind giving up their usual spot on your king-sized bed in exchange for nearly instant nighttime access to premium outdoor potty spots.<\/p>\n If you\u2019ve got AC at home, consider yourself one lucky dog. If you don\u2019t, buckle up your pooch, and go for a ride in a car that does. Perhaps it\u2019s time to stock up at the (coincidentally air-conditioned) pet store.<\/p>\n Read Next: How Much Water Should a Dog Drink a Day?<\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n The post 10 Fun Things to Do With Your Dog This Summer<\/a> by Heather Marcoux<\/a> appeared first on Dogster<\/a>. Copying over entire articles infringes on copyright laws. You may not be aware of it, but all of these articles were assigned, contracted and paid for, so they aren’t considered public domain. However, we appreciate that you like the article and would love it if you continued sharing just the first paragraph of an article, then linking out to the rest of the piece on Dogster.com.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n \n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<\/p>\n The post 10 Fun Things to Do With Your Dog This Summer<\/a> by Heather Marcoux<\/a> appeared first on Dogster<\/a>. Copying over entire articles infringes on copyright laws. You may not be aware of it, but all of these articles were assigned, contracted and paid for, so they aren’t considered public domain. However, we appreciate that you like the article and would love it if you continued sharing just the first paragraph of an article, then linking out to the rest of the piece on Dogster.com.<\/p>\n Summer is like a dog learning recall: We wait for him to come, but he\u2019s gone again in a flash. After months of freezing their butts off, our dogs want us to make the most of these warm temperatures. Moving their heads from left to right as they watch us mow the lawn for the 10th time isn\u2019t exactly summer fun, so try these 10 ideas.<\/p>\n Unlike humans who fret over tan lines and pudgy tummies, canines enjoy a day in the surf. Watch your pup bounce down the beach like a Baywatch beauty, saving all the sticks from drowning. Sprinting in the sand is a great workout for pooches carrying extra pounds \u2014 twice as fun as a regular run, and it burns more calories.<\/p>\n Dog digging on beach by Bormozaya.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n They may not be great at sandcastle construction, but dogs sure do make great excavation crews. Just like human kids, dogs love to dig during a beach day. Follow along to fill in their potentially ankle-twisting masterpieces, and have poop bags ready so you can remove any buried treasure.<\/p>\n You may prefer to lounge poolside with your pup<\/a>. Chlorinated water won\u2019t leave your dog smelling like Eau de Seaweed, and you won\u2019t have to spend hours removing sand from your car and furry friend. Schedule a potty break before diving in, though \u2014 dogs will pee in a pool if the urge hits (they\u2019re no different than people that way).<\/p>\n If you\u2019re landlocked or don\u2019t have a pool, frolick through the sprinkler in your own backyard. Chances are your dog will love sprinkler time just as much as you did as a kid \u2014 and any yellow pee patches on your lawn will love it, too.<\/p>\n Ice cream cones may be a summer memory from childhood but not one you\u2019ll want to replicate for your dog. They\u2019re full of tummy-troubling lactose and refined sugar. Instead of running after that annoyingly musical vehicle, maybe you and your dog could have some frozen berries and chase each other.<\/p>\n Related:<\/strong> DIY Recipe: How to Make Fill-and-Chill Dog Treats<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Our dogs love to mark on trees, but during hot summer walks, these pee posts serve another great purpose for\u00a0our pups: shade! Ideally, you want to find a tree casting enough shadow for you both, but if there\u2019s only enough shade for one, let your dog take it. After all, you\u2019re not the one wearing a fur coat.<\/p>\n Dog in the shade by Gina Cioli\/Lumina Media.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n When breaks in the shade aren\u2019t enough, it\u2019s OK to stay indoors until the sun calms down. Sunset strolls lead to nights spent roasting wieners around the bonfire. This way you\u2019ll have a cool canine by your side, begging for a hot dog instead of being one.<\/p>\n Some dogs are more ambitious than others when it comes to outdoor adventures. One might be ready to head out into the wild wearing his own backpack, while another would prefer to ride in a backpack. If you have the second type, stick to the easy trails, or call your chiropractor ahead of time.<\/p>\n Man and dog camping by Shutterstock.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Why not give camping a try<\/a>? Most dogs wouldn\u2019t mind giving up their usual spot on your king-sized bed in exchange for nearly instant nighttime access to premium outdoor potty spots.<\/p>\n If you\u2019ve got AC at home, consider yourself one lucky dog. If you don\u2019t, buckle up your pooch, and go for a ride in a car that does. Perhaps it\u2019s time to stock up at the (coincidentally air-conditioned) pet store.<\/p>\n Read Next: How Much Water Should a Dog Drink a Day?<\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n The post 10 Fun Things to Do With Your Dog This Summer<\/a> by Heather Marcoux<\/a> appeared first on Dogster<\/a>. Copying over entire articles infringes on copyright laws. You may not be aware of it, but all of these articles were assigned, contracted and paid for, so they aren’t considered public domain. However, we appreciate that you like the article and would love it if you continued sharing just the first paragraph of an article, then linking out to the rest of the piece on Dogster.com.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n \n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-6800","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\n4. Sprinkle where they tinkle<\/h3>\n
5. Don’t chase the ice cream truck<\/h3>\n
6. Stay in the shade<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n7. Chill outdoors after dark<\/h3>\n
8. Head out for a hike<\/a><\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n9. Pop up the pup tent<\/h3>\n
10. Bask in the glory of air conditioning<\/h3>\n
1. Hit the beach<\/h3>\n
<\/p>\n2. Let your diggers dig<\/h3>\n
3. Dip your feet and paws in the pool<\/h3>\n
4. Sprinkle where they tinkle<\/h3>\n
5. Don’t chase the ice cream truck<\/h3>\n
6. Stay in the shade<\/h3>\n
<\/p>\n7. Chill outdoors after dark<\/h3>\n
8. Head out for a hike<\/a><\/h3>\n
<\/p>\n9. Pop up the pup tent<\/h3>\n
10. Bask in the glory of air conditioning<\/h3>\n