Do you find yourself having less energy than your dog does? You're not alone! Maybe you're in a situation where you have an exhausting job and a high energy puppy, and you can't figure out what else to do to get the puppy to tire out regularly.

If this sounds like your circumstance, I have a few ideas for you. If you have access to a bike, I would highly recommend biking with your dog rather than walking them. Why? Because it can drain your dog's energy in half the time, and probably won't completely drain your energy. If you don't trust yourself on a bike or your dog on the leash, then certainly have a professional show you what can be done.

If the bike riding simply isn't an option for you, I would recommend taking your dog to the dog park and walking them around the park for at least a solid fifteen minutes before letting them off the leash. This allows playing with the other dogs or a toy at the park to be a reward for their walk. Another great energy drainer is a treadmill. Same with the bike, I highly recommend having a professional come in and show you how to safely and comfortably set this up, but it's a great way to drain some of that excess energy.

Does your dog like to play fetch or tug? After your walk, these are great activities to do that can help your dog channel their energy in a productive and relationship building way. Most people simply aren't walking their dogs enough, and unfortunately this is often due to a lack of prioritizing the dog's exercise needs. I would encourage you to consider that your dog needs more exercise than you think, but it doesn't have to be as exhausting as you think in order to drain their energy regularly!