Happy With Dogs Michigan

🎄 12 Days of Holiday Enrichment

CAROL OF THE KONGS 🎶
A calming enrichment activity that builds impulse control, focus under temptation, and independent relaxation.

✨ Why we love it:
• Reinforces calm behavior before access to rewards
• Builds focus around high-value items
• Encourages independent settling

How to set it up:
• Prepare a stuffed Kong or long-lasting chew ahead of time
• Freezing it can help extend the activity

How to play:
• Ask your dog for a sit or place
• Hold the Kong in view and wait for steady eye contact and a relaxed posture
• Say “Okay!” and allow your dog to enjoy calmly

💝 Want more enrichment ideas that support calm focus and self-control?
Inside Happy Hounds Club, you’ll find trainer-designed activities and guidance to help your dog practice these skills in everyday life.
👉 https://happy-hounds-club.mn.co/