Activities For Boston Terriers

This game is fun for the Boston. It provides him with mental stimulation as well as satisfies the Boston's ever-present desire to snack! This game should be played inside. It is a great idea for very hot or cold days, or during rainy weather (most Boston Terriers prefer NOT to play outside during a rain shower). First, show your pup the treat. Allow them to see where you hide the treat. This should be in an obvious place. The first few times that you play this game, you might need to guide a puppy or young Boston. Increase the level of difficulty as you feel your dog is getting the hang of the game. Always put the treat in a relatively accessible area, but do not always make it obvious where the treat is. After a time, your dog will learn to rely on their sense of smell to find the treat, rather than working with your directions. 

Tug of War is a game that taps into those innate instincts of your dog. Tug of War also helps your dog to work the muscles in their neck, but you must exercise a small bit of caution when playing. You must remain in control at all times, and you must also be cautious so that your dog does not damage their teeth (this is especially true in puppies). The object of Tug of War is getting your pup to release the object periodically. This involves just a little training on your part. You may need to teach your dog to release the object by offering a treat when they relinquish the toy. In addition, experts recommend using this time to teach a little self-discipline as well. Working with your dog on commands such as "sit" or "stand" in the midst of a good game of Tug of War is beneficial to both of you. Finally, teaching your pup that it is okay to relinquish a toy will help to build manners and social skills in your dog. They learn that they can live without the toy if it is taken from them. Tug of War can be played inside or outside regardless of the weather.

Playing fetch with a dog is perhaps one of the oldest and most traditional games a pup enjoys. You will be rewarded in the bond you build with your dog by taking time out to play with them. Your pup will enjoy the interaction with you, and they will also receive the health benefit of exercise. Furthermore, many dog breeds have an innate need to fetch. Allowing your dog to tap into this instinct will make them happy, and it may prevent some behavioral problems. In addition, Go Fetch can be played anywhere, particularly with a Boston Terrier. The small size of the Boston Terrier allows you to throw a small toy in a space no larger than your hallway, and your Boston will happily retrieve the item and return it to you hoping for another round of play. Certainly, you can play outdoors as well, but use caution when it is very hot or cold. The Boston's brachycephalic nose may find it difficult to take in proper oxygen under those weather conditions. You may play fetch with a rubber chew toy, such as a toy bone, or you may choose to use a rope-style toy. Many pups enjoy playing fetch with a tennis ball, and this is a great idea for Boston Terriers, as the ball is easily retrievable.