7 clever ways to motivate your lazy dog to exercise
Motivate a lazy dog to exercise by considering your dog’s personality, and most importantly, any health issues that may cause your dog to be lazy.
Dog temperament
There are three dog temperament groups: Assertive/Aggressive, Neutral, and Passive.
An assertive/aggressive dog typically has a high prey drive that has nothing to do with size or sex. Often small female dogs are the most assertive/aggressive.
Neutral dogs have a medium prey drive and exceptional coping skills. They are self-confident and enjoy interacting with other dogs.
Passive dogs have low self-confidence and few coping skills. They have little to no pretty drive. Submissive dogs would rather sit with you or be alone rather than other dogs.
Understand how puppy play style reveals temperament and personality
How your dog plays reveals her canine temperament. There are three dog temperament groups: assertive or aggressive, neutral, and passive.
Choose the perfect dog to create harmony at home
Before you choose the perfect dog breed, understand that having a dog is a lifelong commitment to love and care for another being.
Couch potato dogs for couch potato owners
Make an honest assessment of your lifestyle to help you choose the right dog. If you’re a couch potato, get a couch potato dog, not a high energy dog.
