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  • My vet told me that my dog was overweight and has put her on a reduced calorie diet. How can I get her to do some exercise (aside from the usual walk) because the vet said exercise will help?
 
Our expert answered:
  • Resistance walk - try to walk your dog on different surfaces like sand, shallow water, fallen leaves, snow or on a rough surface.

    Enhanced walk - use obstacles when you're out walking like benches, trees, ditches and logs for your dog to jump over, crawl under or balance on.

    Fetch - throwing a ball or toy is great exercise for your dog, and you can make him work harder by doing it on a hillside or stairs. Don't throw sticks, though, as they can splinter and cause injury.

    For a few more tips on exercise and weight management for your dog click here.


 
 
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