The Science of How Dog Enrichment Improves YOUR Life

How can enriching your dog’s life actually make your life better? In the Season 1 finale, Tori Mistick pulls together the biggest lessons from her deep dive into dog enrichment and reveals the surprising, science-backed ways these activities boost your happiness, focus, motivation, and overall well-being. You’ll learn why variety, novelty, shared activities, and even tiny moments of connection with your dog can transform the way you move through your day. This episode is your reminder that enrichment isn’t just something you give your dog, it’s something that gives back to you. WHAT'S COVERED IN THIS EPISODE: 02:27 Why variety and novelty matter in dog enrichment 04:27 The magic of giving your dog choice and control 06:23 Activities to do together 10:10 Research: how three minutes with your dog boosts your brain and mood 13:53 The science of taking a break: why short, joyful pauses help you thrive 17:03 Tiny enrichment breaks to make your workday better 18:30 The Blue Zones, social enrichment, and longevity 20:54 Building community and friendships through dog enrichment 21:58 The real truth: grow, connect, and enrich together This is the final episode of Season 1 of Dog Enrichment with Tori Mistick. Thank you for listening, sharing, and being part of this journey. If you’ve loved the show, please spread the word to a dog parent or a friend who’s curious about the science behind the magic of dogs—and don’t forget to leave a review! MORE FOR YOU & YOUR DOG: Mental Enrichment Activity Pack → https://wearwagrepeat.com/dog-enrichment-mental-activity-pack/ Show notes, links, and study citations: http://toriknowsdogs.com/podcast Want closed captions or to watch me and Burt in action? Watch all episodes on YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@ToriMistick GET IN TOUCH: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tmistick Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/wearwagrepeat Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/tmistick/ Be sure to follow so you and your pup won’t miss what’s next! 🐾💛