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Just like us, dogs need physical exercise to stay healthy. Physically fit dogs are less likely to suffer from joint issues, diabetes and some forms of cancer. Dogs also need vitamin D from the sun to stay healthy, so getting outdoors for exercise is important.
Exercise provides a form of enrichment (e.g. seeing new places, smelling new scents etc) which promotes emotional wellbeing. It’s also an essential aspect of ongoing socialisation with the outside world.
Providing too much or too little exercise can negatively affect your dog’s health. Too little exercise and your dog is at risk of obesity, too much exercise and your dog or puppy could be at risk of overheating or stress their joints or injure their paw pads.
Yes, the amount (and type) of exercise your dog needs varies depending on their age, size and breed. For example, puppies should not be exercised excessively as they’re still growing. A short gentle walk or play in the backyard may be sufficient for a young puppy. As they grow you can gradually increase the time you walk or play with them.
Smaller breeds may only require a daily walk around the block, whereas working breeds have a much higher daily exercise requirement.
Giant breeds don’t require as much exercise as other breeds and are more at risk of over-heating and injuring joints. As dogs age they tend to need less exercise. There are also individual differences, so it’s best to tailor your dog’s exercise routine to their needs.
Exercising your dog needn’t be a chore. There are many ways you can easily incorporate exercise into your dog’s daily routine. Here are some ideas you might like to try:
Blog article sourced and provided by Black Hawk.