A tired dog is a good dog - and a happy dog

Meet Faust and Meena - two gorgeous shepherds. Wow, do they ever love playing ball!

If you want a better dog, especially if you have a young, high-energy dog, help them burn off some extra energy by taking them for long walks or runs, or by playing vigorous games of fetch. They'll love it and you'll end up with calmer version of your high-energy friend.

Chaos - more than just a name

Wow. Look at this dude. He’s one happy guy. Some dogs like to play ball. Chaos lives for it. This photo is not retouched!

When you’re thinking about getting a pet, make sure you match your intensity with theirs. If you love big dogs, and you’re a couch potato, get a mastiff or a Wolf Hound, or even better, think about adopting a slightly used older dog.

If you’re young, enthusiastic and love to move, get a young, enthusiastic big dog mix, retriever or staffie like Chaos so you can have fun wearing each other out.