Sentences with phrase «physically fit dogs»

And physically fit dogs are less prone to heat stroke than their sedentary counterparts.

I would encourage only very dedicated and physically fit dog owners to take on such an animal.

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Dog parks are an excellent way to help keep your pet physically fit.

Once your dog gets more physically fit, you can incorporate games of fetch.

Patient and kind with pets Physically fit and able to handle large dogs.

They are working dogs and should be physically fit, even when kept as nothing more than family pets and companions.

It may be impossible to settle the debate of which pets are best, but which pets are best at keeping their owners physically fit is another question entirely, and dogs and horses easily top that list.

A study by the National Institute of Health (NIH) found that dog owners tend to be more physically fit and get more exercise, relating to lower rates of obesity than non-owners.

Our friends at Slim Doggy live the mantra of keeping dogs fit on every level: Emotionally, physically, and mentally.

In addition, because of their beautiful and convenient locale, these lucky dogs get to take daily trips to the beach or park, which all adds up to a physically, mentally and socially fit pooch.

Surprisingly, these big dogs do not require a great deal of exercise to keep them physically and mentally fit.

Larger dogs have slower rates than small dogs, and dogs that are in good physical shape will have lower heart rates than dogs of similar age and size who are not physically fit.

Visits to the dog park will help keep him physically fit, mentally alert and allow him to socialize with other dogs.

The Petite Goldendoodle is an active little dog that will require regular daily exercise to keep him physically fit and mentally stimulated — and out of mischief.

A good daily walk and tossed ball in the yard or dog park will be sufficient to keep him physically fit and mentally stimulated.

There's no one - size - fits - all answer to when puppies stop growing — «size» is the key word, as larger dogs tend to take much longer to physically mature than smaller dogs.

Short daily walks of no more than 1/2 hour, interactive indoor and outdoor playtime as well as the occasional visit to the dog park should be sufficient to keep him physically fit and mentally stimulated.

In last week's Tuesday tips, we offered some advice for determining if your dog is physically fit and suited to hiking and for selecting an appropriate trail.

Physical challenges allow your dog to burn energy and stay physically fit.

Dogs need exercise and socialization to remain mentally and physically fit.

If you really want to get a dog from rescue, be prepared to invest a lot of time and probably considerable expense — with the help of a trainer experienced in behavior assessment — in finding the needle in the haystack of the dog with the wonderfully stable temperament who is physically and behaviorally glowing with health, fitting the description of the ideal candidate in point # 1.

Your dogs needs to become physically fit but not overly exhausted.

The application can tell you who might have the physical means to care for a dog but it will be your personal conversations with the prospective adopter that tell you whether that person will fit well, physically and emotionally, with the dog you have available.

This keeps dogs both physically fit and mentally stimulated.

So, going outside keeps dogs physically and emotionally fit.

Interactive play is important to keep your dog fit physically and mentally.

Proper training is essential for a long, happy and safe relationship with your dog, setting the foundation to ensure your dog stays physically fit, mentally alert, socially engaged and emotionally happy.

This will ensure your dog will remain mentally and physically fit.

Here are a few options to keep your dog mentally and physically fit:

Our mission is to keep dogs physically and psychologically fit during their stay in our shelter.

Long walks with his owner, chasing a tennis ball in the backyard, or playtime in a large, securely fenced area are all great ways to exercise your dog and keep him mentally and physically fit.

In their human allocated working state these dogs would still need to be physically fit and strong, not burdened by their large frames.

Dogs need to be mentally and physically challenged in order to stay happy and fit.

These dogs were bred from Dalmatians, collies and dingos, in order to create a dog that was an intelligent, diligent and physically fit.

Without mental stimulation, the dog is just getting more physically fit without practicing discipline.)

You can also roller skate or bicycle beside your dog if your vet says he is physically fit for this type of exercise.

In addition to having an excellent sense of smell and hunting and tracking abilities, drug dogs need to be physically fit, independent, agile, love hard work and have a hunger for praise.

The Labany owner should expect to devote at least one hour a day to walking, running, hiking or playing with this very active dog in order to keep him physically fit and mentally stimulated.

Any large working dog requires a good deal of exercise to remain physically fit and mentally balanced, or else behavioral problems can arise.