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Introduction

The Italian Papihound is a rare hybrid breed created by crossing the Italian Greyhound with the Papillon. This intelligent and playful breed thrives on human interaction, and does best when accepted as a crucial family member. And like any other dog, the Italian Papihound also needs regular exercise and mental stimulation to stay as happy as possible.

For an owner, this means it's essential that you continue to find new and interesting ways to entertain, amuse and exercise your dog, not to mention let them spend plenty of one-on-one bonding time with you.

That's where the activities listed below come in. If you're searching for some fun games and outings you can share with an Italian Papihound, here are some paw-some ideas to get you started.

Go to an Outdoor Concert

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Sunny Day

Moderate

Easy

2 hrs

Items needed

Picnic blanket

Leash

Treats

Water

Activity description

A lovely sunny day, paw-some live music, and stretching out in the sun with your canine companion by your side -- sounds pretty idyllic, huh?

If you're looking for a simple and fun outing to help you and your dog spend some quality time together, this could be the ideal choice. Not only will you get to enjoy some grrr-eat tunes and live entertainment, but your pooch will relish the chance to explore new sights, sounds and smells and the mental stimulation they provide.

Best of all, you and your Italian Papihound will get to sit back, relax and enjoy a whole afternoon or evening in each other's company.

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Find a concert

Check out live music and events calendars to find out what outdoor concerts are coming up near you. You might find free events as part of community festivals, or standalone concerts with local, national or international acts. Whichever option you choose, double-check to make sure the park or outdoor ampitheater where the event is being held is dog-friendly.

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Get ready

Before heading to the concert, make sure you've got everything you and your dog need for a paw-some event. For example, will you be spreading out a picnic blanket, or sitting in a folding chair with your pooch at your feet? What sort of refreshments will you and your dog be enjoying throughout the concert? A little planning can go a long way to ensuring a fun and successful outing.

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Enjoy

Stake out your spot based on your personal preferences -- will your dog want to be as near to the front as possible, or would they prefer to be up the back where it's quieter and a little less crowded? Once you're all set up, all that's left to do is sit back, relax and wait for the entertainment to start.

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Shopping Trip

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Any Day

Moderate

Easy

1 hr

Items needed

Leash

Shopping cart

Activity description

Is shopping for your dog a hit-and-miss affair? How often have you brought home an adorable outfit or paw-some new toy for your dog, only to have them to give it a perfunctory sniff and then completely ignore it?

If this sounds familiar, you might want to take your dog with you on your next visit to your local pet supply store. This will give your pet a chance to have a say in what you buy, not to mention enjoy a fun and exciting trip with their favorite human.

So get your credit card ready -- it's time to hit the shops with your Italian Papihound.

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Plan your visit

Today's shopping trip is all about your dog, so forget about your favorite boutiques and focus on the stores where you love to shop for your furry friend. This could mean a visit to a big pet supply store, or perhaps an adventure to a stylish doggy fashion boutique. Make sure you've got your leash handy and treats to reward your pooch for good behavior. Of course, you'll also need to double-check that whatever store you're visiting actually allows dogs inside.

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Fill your cart

Now it's time to let your dog follow their nose and pick out the purchases they want you to make. Let your dog take the lead and make sure you pay close attention to which toys they take a special interest in, which outfits catch their eye, and which treats set their tail wagging. You can then add everything your dog wants to your cart and head to the checkout -- just make sure you take a close look at the price tags first!

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Doggy Paw Painting

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Any Day

Cheap

Easy

30 min

Items needed

Pet-friendly paint

Paper

Old newspaper or bedsheet

Activity description

How much fun was finger painting when you were a kid? The messiness, the pleasure of taking a hands-on approach, and the chance to create something colorful -- there's so much to love.

If you're looking for a unique way to entertain your dog, you could always get them to create their own canine artwork. Not only is this a whole heap of fun for you and your pet, but it's also an easy way to pass a relaxing afternoon together. And once your dog has completed their creation, you'll have something beautiful to stick on the fridge or maybe even get framed!

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Prepare your pet-friendly painting studio

First, you'll need to find a safe space for your four-legged artist to go to work. Given the potential for mess, we'd recommend doing this activity outside, or at the very least in an easy-to-clean area of the house. You'll want to put down plenty of protection (such as old newspaper or bedsheets) to prevent paint ending up where it shouldn't, and you'll also need to stock up on pet-friendly paints. This may require a little online research to find paints that are not only non-toxic but also easy to wash off.

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Get painting

Clean your dog's paws with a damp cloth to make sure there's no dirt or debris. You can then decide how you want your dog to get the paint on their paws -- you could pour some out into a tray that they can then dip their paws in, or grab a brush and paint some onto their paw yourself. Once your pet is ready to go, let them loose to leave a trail of paw prints across a blank piece of paper. Mix up the colors to add extra interest and allow your pooch to "finger" paint all they want.

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Clean up

When the artwork is complete, hang it out to dry while you work on cleaning up your pooch and the painting area. Damp paper towels and baby wipes come in handy here, while you might also need to immerse your pet's paws in some warm, soapy water to get them completely clean.

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More Fun Ideas...

Digging Zone

Does your Italian Papihound love digging up your yard and garden? Redirect their digging desire to a more appropriate area by setting up a special designated digging area where they can get their paws dirty all day long.

Rent a Canoe

Want to get out and about on the water with your dog? Rent a canoe and take them for a relaxing paddle. Just make sure you've got a doggy life jacket to keep your pet safe.

Conclusion

Giving your pooch all the attention, exercise and mental stimulation they need is a very important responsibility, but that doesn't mean it can't be fun. After all, any excuse you can find to spend some time playing with your canine pal is a good thing indeed, so why not treat your furry friend to one of the paw-some activities listed here?