Games for couch potatoes
Thursday March 31st, 2011
The couch potato
- Gives you a "Do we have to?" look when you try to take him for a run
- Settles right down after a leisurely stroll around the block
Top activities:
- Walking--long leisurely ones or multiple short ones. Even couch potatoes need exercise
- Accompanying you on errands around town, or hanging out in a cafe.
- Assuming the belly-scratching position
- Snoozing alongside you, preferably on a soft blanket or the couch
Examples of Couch Potatoes: Greyhound, Basset Hound, Bulldog
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My fat chihuahua sounds just like what this summary sounds like. She does all of the activities listed. about 3 years ago by Anonymous |
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Those couch potatoe dogs really will indulge in some great walking exercise. If left to their own devices they would just keep ... well, being couch potatoes. That leads to a dog being overweight and even more inclined to not want to do anything. Walk, walk, walk. It's a natural dog instinct. They will do it, but prefer you doing it with them. Good bonding, good exercise, good for everyone. almost 4 years ago by Anonymous |
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