Activities For Maspyrs
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Introduction
The Maspyr is a hybrid dog breed combining the traits from two parent breeds known for their massive size and physical strength: the Great Pyrenees and Mastiff. The Great Pyrenees is another one of the dog world's "friendly giants" with a somewhat intimidating appearance but gentle nature towards others, including children. This breed is relatively large and comes equipped with the ideal qualities of being a guardian and loyal companion. The Mastiff, likewise, has a somewhat aggressive appearance, though this breed is surprisingly gentle in nature, calm, and loyal. A devoted and reliable family member, Mastiffs are also known to be good with children.
The combination of breeds makes for a large and loving pooch, “pawfect” for providing both protection and companionship. The hybrid breed is classified as large, though some pups can have the “giant” status, depending on the parent traits inherited. This pooch’s high energy level calls for moderate to intensive physical exercise daily for at least an hour. Due to their large size, apartments are not ideal for this breed, but backyards are definitely a bonus if you own a Maspyr. Enhance your Maspyr’s daily exercise routines by exploring a variety of activities geared towards this breed!Â
Training Your Maspyr
Obedience training is one way to stimulate your pooch mentally, and depending on the commands being taught, it can also require physical endurance. Obedience training is cheap and ultimately free if you already have some form of treat to reward your Maspyr -- a favorite treat would be best! It can be done in your own home and doesn't require a lot of space, making it a convenient activity.Â
When it comes to training your Maspyr, you may decide to combine at-home training methods with obedience classes. Either way, you want to begin at a young age, as this is likely to yield a higher success rate. Educate yourself on common training strategies, specifically conditioning and command training. This simply requires pairing a wanted behavior with a reward to promote the behavior again in the future. Be patient with your Maspyr but have fun teaching them basic and then more complex commands and tricks!Â
Digging Games
Digging is a natural behavior many dogs partake in. That being said, finding a controlled way to carry out this activity will result in both happy owners and happy Maspyrs! Maspyrs, like most dogs, are known for their love of digging. It's easy to find ways to meet this need in your pup if you have the right type of space and patience when it comes to tidy-up time.
The "ultimutt" place for your Maspyr to participate in digging games is a predesignated area in the backyard just for your pooch. This area can be identified using fencing or wood boards, and its sole purpose is to satisfy your pup's craving to dig. Digging games involve enhancing your standard dig by hiding objects such as treats and toys for your pooch to retrieve. The games can be fun, time-consuming and energy-burning for your Maspyr!
Hill Drills
Hill drills are an exciting way to get the heart pumping and the blood flowing. Like a traditional walk, this activity requires no extra materials. All you need is a hill and some endurance. Depending on the types of exercise you're looking to do, you can try an assortment of drills.
Before setting out for your first hill, consult with a veterinarian to ensure your pooch is healthy enough to withstand this activity. You always want to consider safety first! When you have the go-ahead, grab your leash and walk over to the closest hills you can find. Coupling this activity with a walk means double the exercise for your Maspyr, but if that's not possible, take a car ride together. Begin with short drills, as the activity is strenuous, working and strengthening an assortment of muscles in your Maspyr. Hill drills are not only "grrrreat" for your pup, but they can also help build your endurance, too!
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Hide and Seek
Hide and seek is one of the ways you can make use of your obedience training and digging activities combined. You can play a typical game where you hide a treat or toy and command your Maspyr to start searching!
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Conclusion
When it comes to the Maspyr hybrid breed, these "friendly giants" are loyal companions awaiting a family to guard. Though large and seemingly intimidating at first glance, the calm and gentle nature of these giants makes them "pawfect" for households with children.
The only thing they ask for in return is both mental and physical stimulation in the form of engaging and entertaining activities such as date nights at the drive-in and outdoor exercise. Hill drills require endurance and stamina and will help your Maspyr maintain a healthy physique. Likewise, digging, though entertaining, is also physically stimulating, so if you have the space, give it a try! Obedience training is a must for all dogs as it not only teaches them their status within the pack, but also provides them with intellectually challenging tasks that get their brains working! Revamp your day-to-day routines with your Maspyr by exploring new activities to meet their need for moderate to intensive exercise!