33% Lower Dementia Risk: Physical Enrichment To Keep Your Dog Young

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Dog Enrichment with Tori Mistick

Tori Mistick

11 episodes

4 days ago

Worried your dog is bored? You’re not alone. 52% of pet parents say boredom or loneliness tops their worry list. On Dog Enrichment with Tori Mistick, you’ll discover fun, science-backed ideas you can try at home to spark curiosity, engagement, and a deeper bond with your dog. Hosted by a certified canine enrichment specialist with over 20 years of hands-on experience, each episode is practical, playful, and pure joy.

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33% Lower Dementia Risk: Physical Enrichment To Keep Your Dog Young

Dog Enrichment with Tori Mistick

23 minutes 6 seconds

1 month ago

33% Lower Dementia Risk: Physical Enrichment To Keep Your Dog Young

How do you help your dog stay sharp, confident, and comfortable as they age? In this practical science-backed episode, certified canine enrichment expert Tori Mistick breaks down the power of physical enrichment. Learn how simple movement, textures, routines, and touch can keep your dog’s brain and body feeling young.

You’ll learn why light, varied movement (not intense workouts!) is linked to a 33% lower risk of canine cognitive decline, why doing the same sidewalk loop daily can actually increase injury risk, and how terrain walks, DIY obstacle courses, and even a nightly massage can support healthier aging for your dog.

Tori shares real research in human-speak, stories from life with her senior Labrador Burt, and easy ideas you can try this week even if you’re stuck indoors due to weather!

WHAT’S COVERED IN THIS EPISODE:

02:05 What physical enrichment actually is (it’s not about wearing your dog out)

03:01 The 11,000-dog study: light movement lowers dementia risk by 33%

05:16 Terrain walks: how texture and variety keep your dog’s brain young

08:31 Why repetitive walks increase injury risk (according to canine sports medicine)

09:10 DIY “surface circus” ideas for indoor enrichment

10:15 The surprising science behind canine massage and touch

13:08 Recap: the 3 pillars of physical enrichment

14:44 Listener Q&A: calming a wild pup stuck inside during bad weather

16:12 Indoor enrichment activities, balance work, and relaxing music

18:36 Product Spotlight: two treat-dispensing toys perfect for mealtime movement

PRODUCTS + RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

Hide & Scent Scent Work Kit → https://www.hideandscentpets.com/ohpsyw 15% off with code: ENRICHMENTWITHTORI

Caitlin’s Canine Fitness YouTube Playlist → https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwtmSP2gftSplgaBFviywMbSwPie4tPNF&si=9kGWGnuwOK8jSWhs

Outward Hound Food-Dispensing Ball → https://amzn.to/4pABGnM

Snowman-Style Treat Ball → https://amzn.to/3JXmAcN

Thanks for listening!

Ultimate Enrichment Guide + The Mental Enrichment Activity Pack → https://wearwagrepeat.com/dog-enrichment-podcast/

Read the show notes for full links, product recs, and citations to all the studies mentioned in this episode.

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