{"id":14135,"date":"2023-04-16T12:00:23","date_gmt":"2023-04-16T10:00:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/?p=14135"},"modified":"2023-04-14T11:43:43","modified_gmt":"2023-04-14T09:43:43","slug":"active-dog-month-tips-to-get-you-and-your-pup-moving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/blog\/2023\/04\/16\/active-dog-month-tips-to-get-you-and-your-pup-moving\/","title":{"rendered":"Active Dog Month: Tips to get you and your pup moving"},"content":{"rendered":"

April is Active Dog Month and what better way to kick off Autumn than spending time with your dog outdoors?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

As the colder months draw near many of us prefer to hibernate in the warmth of our homes.\u00a0Dr. Guy Fyvie, veterinary advisor from Hill\u2019s Pet Nutrition<\/a>, says that it is really important to keep your dog active during this time, especially if they suffer from painful joints or have a tendency to carry a little extra weight.<\/p>\n

Not only from a physical perspective is exercise beneficial to your dog, but also from an emotional perspective.\u00a0 Spending quality time with your pet is good for them and you.\u00a0 Dr. Fyvie says that exercise and games help to keep your dog stimulated and if he is a little mischievous this is a great way to keep him busy and out of trouble.\u00a0 \u201cIf you need any further motivation, research has shown that if you exercise with your dog, you are more likely to stick to the routine.\u201d<\/p>\n

When kicking off a fitness routine with your dog, it is advisable to check with your vet as to the type of exercise and intensity that will best suit him.\u00a0 Dr. Fyvie recommends starting off slowly and building up from there.\u00a0 “To start off, all you need is a good lead and collar, and don\u2019t forget to consider the terrain and weather before setting out.\u201d<\/p>\n

Some fun ways to get active with your dog include:<\/p>\n