It is very important for me to know if the dog has any specific triggers or things that he/she does not like so that I can avoid them. Knowing their behaviors when they are agitated is important as well so that I can make sure to keep it a fun environment for them. I do know dog body language, but we all know that dogs are also individuals with their own personalities so some may have a different way of manifesting emotions than others.

What I would do with the dogs depends on their mood and energy levels at the time. If they're feeling very energetic and need to get the wiggles out, I could play fetch with them, play on the floor with them, teach them how to high five, I could also teach them to sit if they are receptive to learning. When going on walks, I try to make sure that if it's sunny, we go somewhere that has some shade. I don't mind walking around on sidewalks as long as it's not too hot. Also, I will supply bags for poop scooping and dispose of that appropriately. At my home, I follow whatever feeding regimine you have in place for your dogs. They get outside time first thing in the morning and before bed, and weather permitting, good stretches in the afternoon too. I also sit outside with them or inside the garage kennel space and play with them for long stretches, or just keep them company on a couch or floor if they're tired or in a more cuddly mood.