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There is a reason why they are called man's best friend. You can lengthen your life, lower your stress levels and just generally improve your quality of life if you have a dog.

An important part of being together and having a happy, healthy dog is playing together. There is one thing pet behaviorists agree on and that is how important it is to play regularly together. Aside from the bonding it encourages, it will also strengthen the understanding and respect between you and your pet.

If you want to play with your dog, there are several ways you can do so. Some games might even have the added benefit of teaching your beloved pet a new skill, or develop another. Some imagination is all you would need as well as some time and of course treats always help too.

One of the timeless classics is 'fetch'. This is a great idea if you want to teach your dog to follow directions and play a game which does not involve too much from you. You can even lie back in the sun and throw the ball or any object for your pet to return. Teaching your pet to fetch can test the patience of even the most patient owner! As long as you are serious about it, then most dogs can learn to participate in this simple game.

One thing you can do is try to start off with one of your dog's favorite toys and a treat. It would be helpful if you first practice the drop it command. Used together this can be a good way to teach your dog. You should throw the item when the dog brings it back to you and don't forget to shower him with praise. After a while, he will get the idea.

Trying these things in small sessions is the best thing you can do. If you practice the fetch command for fifteen minutes a day, then your dog should be able to get it right.

There are still other ways that are not as frustrating as the fetch game and you can use them to play with your dog.

There are games which encourage tracking and seeking out items which are also good for your pet. You can practice the sit command as you go ahead and hide the treat. The dog goes and seeks out the treat you have hidden on your command. Try to encourage them to find the treats as quickly as they can and hide many treats.

What every pet owner has are special games that they play with their dogs. On most of the tried and tested games, there are all kinds of variations. You will have many of your own special games that you play together, just keep creative and remember that your dog is a puppy inside forever - they love to play with you!

You can bring out the best in your dog with regular game playing since dogs are considered as social creatures. When you see a wagging tail, it would probably put a smile on your face.