How to Support Your Dog’s Behavior and Energy Without Daily Walks

How to Support Your Dog’s Behavior and Energy Without Daily Walks

Update: 2025-10-13
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Can’t get your dog out for a walk—but they’re still bouncing off the walls?
You’re not alone. For many reactive, anxious, or high-energy dogs, traditional exercise isn’t always possible—or even helpful. In this solo episode, Em shares 7 indoor enrichment games built for real-life, emotional regulation, and nervous system support.


In this episode:

  • Get 7 practical games that help your dog burn energy without overstimulation

  • Learn why stillness and sniffing might help more than fetch or running

  • Discover how to meet your dog’s behavioral needs—without draining yourself in the process


Press play to discover calming enrichment tools for the hard days, rainy days, and everything in between.


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This podcast explores real-life dog behavior and training, diving into reactivity, barking, dog anxiety, aggression, picky eating, gut health, and dog food—while unpacking enrichment, mental stimulation, supplements, calming aids, and holistic pet wellness. Whether you’re raising a rescue dog, supporting a senior dog, managing a velcro dog, or just navigating life with a dog who’s asking for more, you’ll find practical tools to build trust, strengthen communication, and create a safe, thriving life together.

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How to Support Your Dog’s Behavior and Energy Without Daily Walks

How to Support Your Dog’s Behavior and Energy Without Daily Walks

Emily Breslin | Dog Training, Behavior, Nutrition Coach and Retired Vet Tech