Dogs with excess pent up energy will often out of the blue, cut loose and race around the house or yard, almost as if they are possessed! No, you need not call an exorcist! If this type of behavior bothers you, you need to find better ways to exercise your dog.
Running, playing, jumping and barking are all perfectly natural behaviors for even the most well-behaved dogs.
To maintain their emotional and physical health, a dog that does not receive enough exercise, has to pop the cork like a bottle of fine champagne every now and then! Take this opportunity to jump in and have fun with your dog.
Join them on their fun-loving outburst of energy, act as if you are chasing him.
As he flies by, make funny noises, clap your hands, and reach out teasingly for his butt or tail; to encourage him to run more and faster.
Burn up that energy by having fun together.
It's great exercise and therapy for both you and your dog! The 2 greatest benefits of Missile Mode behavior: 1.
Shows your dog even you, the pack leader, can be be totally uninhibited and fun to play with.
It is an incredible bonding tool.
2.
Burns up all that excess energy, and relieves stress.
If not spent in a fun way, their frustration may turn into inappropriate and/or destructive behaviors.
BOTTOM LINE: The treasured times shared with your dog being goofy, lighthearted and fun, are emotionally beneficial and physically healthy for you too.
The memories of having unguarded fun with your dog, will be with you forever.