Physical fitness is critical. For humans and for our furry friends. Many breeds of dogs thrive off of the ability to exert the energy that comes naturally to them through play, time outdoors, and an actual fitness regimen.
First, no matter what breed or age of your dog, everyone needs physical activity for strength and for mental health as well. Short walks around the neighborhood tossing a ball or even running with your dog may be what’s needed to help them feel their best. It’s important to understand your specific pup and his needs.
For example, if you have a sports dog – one that was bred for work in the wilderness – hunting and long days of work, you want to factor this into how much exercise they’re getting. A short walk may not be enough for them to exert their full potential for the day. You may want to consider something a little more strenuous.
Large breed working dogs differ in that while they can also handle heavy workouts their preference is more task-driven and steady-paced. Instead of high-intensity jogging with your dog, think about a hike up moderate terrain for 1-2 hours. This type of activity is what allows these dogs to use what they’re born with in terms of physical strengths and energy.
For those with small breed dogs, short and interactive fun works best. These types of dogs don’t want to max out their heart rates but would rather play small games of fetch or hide and seek or take short walks.
There are many different breeds, mixes, and types of dogs and while they were originally bred to do one thing, they’ve long been doing things differently so be sure you know your dog’s limits and what constitutes an enjoyable activity for them or something that could be pushing them beyond their limit and could lead to injury.
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