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Exercise for Weight Loss

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Every weight loss program should include exercise. If you increase the amount of calories your dog uses up, it means there are less to add to his waistline. The difficulty is that it’s often uncomfortable for overweight dogs to run, so you will need to look at alternatives until he has lost a few of …

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Beware the Brachycephalic Running Buddy

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Short nosed breeds of dog, like this gorgeous British Bulldog, are popular companions, but the shape of their head and neck makes them totally unsuitable as running buddies. Some other breeds that fall into this category include Boxers, Staffordshire Bull Terriers, Pugs and French Bulldogs. They’re known as brachycephalic breeds – “brachy” meaning “shortened” and …

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Is Your Dog Overweight?

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It is important that you learn to recognize whether or not your dog needs to lose a few pounds. This isn’t as hard as you might think, but you need to take off those rose colored glasses, and be honest. Keep in mind that that dogs, much like humans, come in many different shapes and …

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Are Natural Therapies Useful for Canine Athletes?

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Alternative therapies, or natural therapies, have been used throughout history, and their popularity is on the rise. Many people who rely on natural therapies for their own health care are seeking the same treatment choices for their pets. Because of this increase in demand by their clients, more vets are now offering these treatment options. …

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Injury Prevention Strategies for the Canine Athlete

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Dogs that are involved in athletic activity place a great deal of stress on their bodies. While exercise is healthy, not taking the proper precautions can cause serious injuries. Your vet or canine physical therapist can help to manage an injury after it occurs but prevention is better than cure. Weight management, stretching and adequate …

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Your Dog’s Post-Workout Plan

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When you work out, you’re well aware that you need to have a cool down plan to ensure your body can recover efficiently, but do you have a similar routine in place for your dog? When you’re getting fit alongside your dog, and long runs and brisk walks become a part of each of your …

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