Twenty minutes of free sniffing on a walk drains more mental energy than an hour of fetch. Let the leash go slack and let the nose lead for a calmer evening.
Sights, sounds and people met before then feel normal for life. Gentle exposure in that window prevents most adult fear problems.
A dog that shreds cushions is often under-stimulated rather than naughty. A daily chew or a food puzzle redirects the same need without the damage.
