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50% of dogs need more
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exercise how much exercise is enough for
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dog when it comes to Dog Fitness First
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let's start with some essential facts
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dogs require a minimum of 150 minutes of
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moderate to vigorous exercise per day
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spread throughout the week this includes
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activities such as running playing Fetch
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and participating in Dog Sports however
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the the actual amount of exercise your
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dog needs depends on several factors
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such as their breed age weight and
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overall health always remember before
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you shake up your dog's exercise routine
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have a chat with your vet it's super
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important to get their professional
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advice to keep your pup in top shape now
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let's unpack the amazing benefits of
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regular exercise for your dogs you know
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keeping your dog active is just as
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crucial as it is for us humans
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it's all about their physical and mental
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well-being so you want to do your part
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to help boost that immune system to keep
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illnesses at Bay ward off obesity and
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related Health troubles keep their minds
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sharp and bore them far away stronger
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bones muscles and joints and the best
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part regular exercise strengthens the
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bond between you and your four-legged
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buddy all right we've covered the why
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now let's talk about the how what kind
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of exercises can you and your dog enjoy
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together let's check out some Paw some
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options hit the outdoors running walks
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or Park Play Time perfect indoor fun try
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agility training or obedience classes
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interactive play like fetch or
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tug-of-war keeps things exciting want to
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share some of the love volunteer for dog
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sitting or lend a hand at a local dog
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park and never underestimate good old
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did you know that over 50% of our furry
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friends are not getting enough exercise
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that's right half but fear not because
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today we're going to turn that around
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with some expert tips on creating a
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consistent exercise schedule for your
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dog let's dive in tip number one make it
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a routine just like us dogs thrive on
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consistency set specific times for walks
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or play sessions and stick to them
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whether it's a morning jog or an evening
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game of fetch regularity is key
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tip two variety is the spice of life and
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that applies to your dog's exercise too
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mix it up combine walks with different
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activities like swimming hiking or even
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dog yoga yes dog yoga is a thing moving
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on to tip three listen to your dog every
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dog has its own pace and preference pay
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attention to what they enjoy and what
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they can handle this not only keeps them
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engaged but also prevents overexertion
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tip four is all about goals set
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achievable exercise goals for your dog
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based on their age breed and health
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celebrate when you reach these
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Milestones it's a great way to stay
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motivated and finally tip five be the
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example your energy and enthusiasm are
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contagious if you're excited about a
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walk or a play session your dog will be
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too lead by example and make exercise
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there you have it friends with these
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expert tips you're all set to ensure
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your furry companion stays active
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healthy and above all happy remember a
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little effort goes a long way in keeping
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your dog's tail wagging stay active stay
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happy subscribe for more tips