Turn Exercise into a Form of Play

Even though sleeping on the bed seems to be her favorite activity, your dog needs regular exercise to stay healthy - and so do you! Luckily, there are plenty of activities you'll both enjoy. From trips to dog walking parks to long bike rides, combined with a well-balanced, nutritious dog food, you can help your dog live a happy and healthy life.

THE IMPORTANCE OF EXERCISE

Lack of exercise for your four-legged friend can lead to health risks like obesity. But not only that. Dogs who lack regular exercise may also develop destructive behaviors such as barking, digging or chewing. We know that dogs begin to behave better when they get daily portions of physical activity.

PLAYS AND TOOLS

Physical activities don't always have to be grueling. Make your physical activity time interesting by playing with your dog. Activities like "run and fetch" and tug of war are always a winner. But if you want to do comprehensive exercise, try preparing an obstacle course for her or teaching her some new tricks. If you can't get far outside because of bad weather, get her moving by stimulating her hunting instinct. Just hide treats around the house and she will use her sniffer to look for them. You can also provide plenty of exercise with toys. Choose balls, toys to pull, plush toys, or toys stuffed with treats.

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