Summer Activities to Enjoy with Your Dog

Summer is the perfect time to come up with fun things to do with your dog. You might be in the middle of your holiday and starting to feel like you’ve run out of ideas. If you also have a high-energy dog, it can be a challenge to find ways to keep them active. Here are some simple and enjoyable ways to keep your dog engaged while having fun together.

Hiking in nature

Explore walking trails with your dog and enjoy both the fresh air and the exercise. Hiking strengthens your dog’s muscles and joints, but keep in mind that longer trips can be demanding and require recovery.

Swimming and water play

Let your dog cool off with a dip in a lake or the sea. Enjoy fun water games or go for a swim together. Swimming is a gentle form of exercise that strengthens muscles and joints without putting strain on the body.

Try agility and balance exercises

Test out an agility course or build your own obstacle course in the garden. This is a fun activity for both you and your dog, while also improving balance, coordination and strength. Perfect for dogs that love to stay active.

Go for a bike ride or a run

For dogs with extra energy, cycling or running with a canicross harness can be a great option. These are more intense activities that build stamina and endurance for both dog and owner.

Scent and search games

Hide something for your dog to find, such as treats. This trains their nose, mind and focus, and is ideal for days when it’s too hot for more physically demanding activities.

Try paddleboarding (SUP)

For dogs that enjoy water, a SUP board can be an exciting way to work on balance and strength, while you both enjoy a day on the lake or at sea.

Teach new tricks

The summer break offers more time to practise new tricks or refine everyday obedience. Turn it into a game and reward with something tasty.

Support your dog’s recovery with Collagen Hydrolysate

After a day full of activities, recovery and rest are essential. A light massage can help increase blood circulation and reduce muscle soreness. Active dogs also benefit from a diet that supports recovery. Raw for Paws Collagen Hydrolysate can support joints, muscles and connective tissue after a day of movement. By adding collagen to your dog’s diet, you can help promote mobility and reduce stiffness, so your four-legged friend can continue to enjoy all of summer’s adventures.

It is also well suited for our older companions, as the elasticity of tendons is partly affected by the amount of collagen fibres in the body. The product can advantageously be combined with Rosehip Powder, as vitamin C helps the body absorb the supplement.