When I am not feeling well, I take Mya out to the front yard. The neighbourhood kids flock around her. They are not allowed to pick her up. I keep a watchful eye on them. If Mya (or the kids for the matter), get too crazy, she has to go inside.
This has worked to control both the dog and the kids *grin*
I also think it is great that I can throw a ball from the sofa down the hall 10 times and she is happy. She must drop the toy in order for me to continue playing. When she is tired she takes her toy in to her bed. I also taught her "get down". If she does not listen the playing stops. Right now she is worn out for playing with the kids. This continued playing has her settling down more although she is a puppy and has her natural hyper moments that make us laugh. |