Two short walks daily help, but sniff time regulates arousal even more. Let your dog forage on grass and work a puzzle feeder at home. Rotate puzzle types so novelty stays high. Feed part of each meal through training and puzzles so calm earns food.
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With your hand, cover a goodie that has been placed on the ground. Apply the same rule: note the behavior and give your puppy a different, more expensive treat from your pocket when they stop attempting to get the covered goodie.
Reward your dog for letting go of the initial object, then give them something more desirable than what they presently have, and then give it back. This fosters confidence that letting go of something doesn't imply losing it permanently.
Dogs can learn to respond calmly to previously overpowering stimuli by gradually exposing themselves to trigger-specific barking. To begin, place the trigger far enough away for your dog to detect but not loudly react. Give praise and treats right away for calm behavior.
Choose moderately fermentable fibre such as beet pulp and some brans. This helps gut bacteria without causing gas.
