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Back to EpisodesEpisode 12: How exercise, activities and injuries can affect your dog’s lifespan
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If you have a dog, you’ll know that playing, fetching, swimming and walks are the highlights of their day. But did you know that some forms of exercise can cause injuries, shorten your dog’s lifespan, and even cause organ damage or cancer?
In this episode, Dr. Dobias outlines safe exercise for your dog, how much exercise is OK, and what activities to avoid. He also describes how to examine your dog’s spine for injury, pain and discomfort, and discusses the top 6 commonly missed causes of disease in canines.
Resources you shouldn’t miss:
One of the most common mistakes people make when exercising their dogs: https://peterdobias.com/blogs/blog/76674565-one-of-the-most-common-mistakes-people-make-when-exercising-their-dogs
How much swimming is good for your dog: https://peterdobias.com/blogs/blog/17383868-how-much-swimming-is-good-for-your-dog
How to know if your dog is hurting or has suffered an undetected injury: https://peterdobias.com/blogs/blog/how-to-know-if-your-dog-is-hurting-or-has-suffered-an-undetected-injury
Why Frisbee fetching may be risky for dogs: https://peterdobias.com/blogs/blog/113473797-why-frisbee-fetching-may-be-risky-for-dogs
Are dog collars dangerous for dogs? https://peterdobias.com/blogs/blog/why-i-continue-to-fight-for-your-dogs-safety
One thing will make the most difference fo your dog’s health: https://peterdobias.com/blogs/blog/one-thing-will-make-the-most-difference-to-your-dogs-health
GreenMin - Essential Minerals for Dogs: www.greenmin.com
Gentle Leash: https://peterdobias.com/products/gentle-leash
Perfect Fit Harness: https://peterdobias.com/products/perfect-fit-harness-builder
FeelGood Omega - Omega 3 for dogs: https://peterdobias.com/products/feelgood-omega
Visit Pax and I on our website: www.peterdobias.com
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