structured chase
Flirt poles
high-energy dogs, start-stop impulse games, yards with non-slip footing.
Check before buying- soft lure
- sturdy handle
- used on safe footing
Skip if: orthopedic restrictions.
impulse game
Jazz Up and Settle Down
Teaching your dog that excitement can switch back into a calm behavior.
3-5 min Level 2 moderate Supervised activity
How to try it
Start with the easy version.
- Play for a few seconds at low intensity.
- Pause and cue a simple settle behavior.
- Reward calm, then release to play again.
Common mistake: Starting with wild play before the dog understands the settle half.
Track: How fast your dog can shift from play to calm.
Where this fits in the finder
Best for overexcitement, jumping, evening zoomies
Location indoors, yard
Equipment treats, toy
Safety facets medium chew risk, treats, apartment, yard
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About this guide
This is a research-based starter description, not a record of a hands-on test. The game name appears in the public Brain Training for Dogs module map; our short instructions are an editorial starting point, not a reproduction of a paid lesson.
For general enrichment and reward principles, see Blue Cross: Enrichment for dogs and Dogs Trust: Training with rewards. These sources do not endorse this specific game or confirm it fits your dog.
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