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October 5, 2026
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Sonny and the Front Door: Why I Built The Enricher

By Grant Shannon, founder of Dogs Connect and designer of The Enricher The short version: my dog Sonny used to spend my absences fixated on one question — where had I gone, and when was I coming back? Every return,...

October 5, 2026
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What Is Scheduled Enrichment? Why the Timing of Your Dog's Enrichment Matters

By Grant Shannon, founder of Dogs Connect and designer of The Enricher The short answer: scheduled enrichment means planning several different enrichment experiences for your dog and spacing them across the day at set times, instead of offering everything at...

October 5, 2026
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What does your dog actually do all day while you're at work?

By Grant Shannon, founder of Dogs Connect and designer of The Enricher The short answer: for most dogs left home on a workday, the only real stimulation happens in the first hour — the morning walk and whatever chew or...

Avoiding Anxiety in Dogs: Building Confidence Through Relationship and Enrichment

Anxiety in dogs is a topic that’s receiving more attention than ever, and for good reason. Many dog owners are quick to assume that their pets are experiencing anxiety, often thinking that medication is the only solution. While medication certainly...

March 10, 2026
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How to Avoid Attachment Anxiety in Dogs: A Human–Dog Partnership Guide

Dogs are deeply social animals, hardwired to bond with their human families. This strong attachment is one of the most beautiful aspects of living with a dog—but sometimes that bond can become unbalanced. When dogs experience attachment anxiety, they may...

The Power of Enrichment: Why It’s Essential for Every Dog’s Daily Life

The Power of Enrichment: Why It’s Essential for Every Dog’s Daily Life As a dog behaviour specialist, I’m often asked what the single most important thing is that people can do to improve the lives of their dogs. While training...

March 10, 2026
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How Enrichment Can Help Prevent Cognitive Decline in Dogs

Why structured stimulation matters for your dog’s brain health As our dogs grow older, we start to notice subtle changes. Maybe they pause longer before responding to cues, pace the house more often, or seem a little less sure of...

March 10, 2026
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Enrichment vs Exercise: Why Walks Alone Aren’t Enough

A tired dog isn’t always a fulfilled dog. While exercise moves the body, enrichment nourishes the mind and nervous system. When dogs are given opportunities to think, explore, and problem-solve, they don’t just behave better — they feel better. This is enrichment done with intention, not exhaustion.