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Keeping Tripawd Occupied During the Day
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13 October 2015
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Hey all!

My husband and I adopted a tripawd nearly three years ago and he's the love of our life. You can actually see pictures and get his story here: http://tripawds.....ife-now/ 

Jackson is a wicked smart Corgi/Lab mix. He's a low rider and despite missing one of his front legs, he's almost too good at getting around 😉 Our problem is that we work during the day and while our boy has free roam of the house, I'm concerned that he doesn't have enough to keep his brain entertained. Normally I'd get a bunch of puzzle treat toys but because of the front paw situation, I've noticed he has a hard time playing with those. He also has similar issues with bones, holding kong toys, etc.

My question is, does anyone have any recommendations for how to keep him busy during the day? Maybe there are tripawd specific toys out there I don't know about it or if any one has a simple DIY hack for some of these toys, I'd be down to give it a shot. Any help would be appreciated!

 

Thanks!

Jackson's mom

13 October 2015
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ddesjarl said
...does anyone have any recommendations for how to keep him busy during the day?

FYI: Don't miss these recommendations in the Tripawds featured blogs for interactive toys to help keep dogs entertained. Or, search all blogs here for more ideas from members.

Keep Recovering Dogs Entertained for Hours

Everlasting Fun for Post-Surgery Recuperation

Dog Twister Game Keeps Recovering Dogs Entertained

 

Hope this helps!

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13 October 2015
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Thanks for the response! I'll definitely take a look at those articles.

14 October 2015
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I loved revisiting Jackson's special " Tuesday blog"! I jad forgotten just how darn cute AND lucky he is!!!

I love the idea of "tripawd specific" toys!!! Look forward to seeing what others come up with.

Have you thought about another doggy companion for Jackson? And it's okay to get one with four legs.winker

Thanks for checking in. We'd love ro see more photos..hint!!!

Hugs to all the pack!

Sally and Alumni Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle too!

Oh...that's right, in your Tuesday blog the picture showed another pup. So I guess he already jas companionship.

Happy Hannah had a glorious additional bonus time of over one yr & two months after amp for osteo! She made me laugh everyday! Joined April's Angels after send off meal of steak, ice cream, M&Ms & deer poop!

15 October 2015
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benny55 said
I loved revisiting Jackson's special " Tuesday blog"! I jad forgotten just how darn cute AND lucky he is!!!

I love the idea of "tripawd specific" toys!!! Look forward to seeing what others come up with.

Have you thought about another doggy companion for Jackson? And it's okay to get one with four legs.winker

Thanks for checking in. We'd love ro see more photos..hint!!!

Hugs to all the pack!

Sally and Alumni Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle too!

Oh...that's right, in your Tuesday blog the picture showed another pup. So I guess he already jas companionship.

Aw, thank you! He's a very good boy and yes, he does have a companion pup. Her name is Betty Poop, she's a petite pit bull/boxer mix and she's a big dumb baby seal 🙂 They love each other a lot.

In terms of tripawd toys, we just ordered the <a href="