Summary: Audio edition of the article Playing with dogs is seriously fun! from the Life As A Human online magazine website. You can visit Canine Nation to find this and other articles. Did you realize that play is an important part of dogs’ development and overall health throughout their lives? When it comes to our canine friends, it seems that old saying “All work and no play…” is just as true as it is for humans. NOTE: Text articles at Life As A Human include embedded links and videos that provide additional information. Some links from this article are listed below: The importance of "play" in the development of motor skills Play is important for learning bite inhibition Myths about playing “Tug" and how to set the rules. This week's recommended link is Patricia McConnell's The Other End of the Leashblog site. Check out what this dog trainer and behaviourist has to say. You won't be disappointed!
