Although many pet owners take the time to teach their dogs the basics of obedience training and maybe a few tricks, it can be easy to overlook your dog's natural needs to search and investigate, dig, shake, chew, and 'dissect their prey'. Not providing outlets for these natural needs can result in unwanted destructive behaviour around your home. There are many reasons why playing games with your dog can contribute to your canine friend's overall health and well-being. Here are our top ten reasons for spending just 5-10 minutes each day playing games and offering your dog simple, fun intellectual challenges:

Dog toys may look like a lot of fun, but just like the toys you choose for your kids, the right dog toys serve more purposes than just giving your puppy something to play with. They provide exercise and relief from boredom, both of which can help eliminate such common annoying behaviours as chewing on clothing and furniture. In addition, the right dog toys can help keep your dog healthy, engage his mind and keep his teeth clean and healthy.

Today we're looking at a sure-fire method to get your dog's mind stimulated. They'll really love you for this one!