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How to Keep your dog fit and healthy?

Exercise and dog health Keeping fit is as important for healthy dogs as it is for you. A healthy dog will enjoy an exercise regime that keeps them in shape and give them lots of ways to play and interact with you. It will also help puppies stay full of energy, and builds a strong immune system that means a dog of any age is less likely to fall ill. Your dog loves to play and be friends with you, but some breeds won’t want to stop even when they’re very tired – think about their limits and be careful not to over-exercise them. If you are not sure how much to exercise your puppy or dog, ask your vet about how much your dog needs. This is particularly important if you own a breed known to have orthopaedic problems, for example a Labrador Retriever or a large or giant breed, as their requirements may be different from smaller or toy breeds. Related Articles : http://www.bigdogsport.com Puppy exercise When you start getting to know your new healthy puppy, their exercise need

The Importance of Regular check-ups

Of course, no matter how well you look after your canine friend, sometimes your puppy or dog might fall ill. The earlier a problem is identified, the sooner it can be treated and the sooner your puppy can get back to their usual, bouncy selves. This is why your pet will benefit from regular dog health checks at home, and it will get them used to being examined too. If you’re carrying out your own dog health check, keeping an eye out for some common symptoms should alert you to anything that needs veterinary attention. Below are some useful points about what to look out for. Body condition: Regular dog health assessments by your vet are highly recommended, but you can easily assess your dog’s body condition at home between visits. For easy reference, use the Body Condition Chart as you go. For more details : http://www.bigdogsport.com First of all, run your hands around your dog’s flanks and abdomen. At an ideal weight you should be able to feel, but not see, their ribs co

What is Flying disc sport?

 Dog playing Flying disc is another favourite in the world of dog sports, although you'll probably know it better as playing dog Frisbee in the park. Chances are you’ve already played a game with your dog; at its simplest, flying disc is about you throwing the disc, and your agile dog running and catching it. The sport got its start in the early 1970s, when Frisbee was a popular sport for humans. The definitive moment came in August of 1974 when US college student Alex Stein jumped the fence at a nationally broadcast baseball game with an amazing dog named Ashley Whippet! Ashley astonished the crowd with eight minutes of catching flying discs, running at 35mph and leaping nine feet in the air to catch them as they flew. The stunt was so novel that the baseball game was stopped, and commentators continued to announce the action to a hooked audience. Alex was eventually escorted off the field, but a new sport had been born! More info : http://www.bigdogsport.com What is flying

Follow these 5 sports for your dog

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The choices in dog sports and recreation are nearly endless. Dog sports can help keep active dogs both physically and mentally healthy. All dogs need some degree of exercise, but most will thrive with extra stimulation. Very active dogs are ideal candidates for high-performance sports like agility and flyball, though almost any healthy dog can enjoy participation. Be sure your dog has a thorough veterinary examination prior to starting any dog sport. Once your vet gives clearance, consider these 1  Canine agility is a competitive dog sport that takes place within an obstacle course. Dogs are trained to make jumps, travel through tunnels, and navigate various walkways - all in a specific order. Each step of the way, the dogs are directed by their owners. Agility is an excellent form of exercise and mental stimulation, making it ideal for high energy dogs like Border Collies and Australian Shepherds. However, just about any dog can participate in agility. The intensity and difficu

Which sport and exercise will energies your dog everyday?

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That’s where the exciting world of dog sports comes in! Your dog can take part in a large number of new and exciting sports designed just for them – and they’re loads of fun for you, too. Some of these sports might require special accessories or a particular venue, but if you have some creativity you can train at home too. What is attack dog training suit http://www.bigdogsport.com/dog-attack-protective-clothing-a-must-have-for-dog-training Not all dogs’ sports are about competition – they’re also a great way for your dog to meet others and for you to socialise as well. However, some dogs do recognize that they’re competing and really enjoy it – especially when they win! For breeds that require a lot of exercise, dog sports can burn of all that excess energy and promote great health too. There are loads of sports you can try with your dog, so we’ve put together some of the most popular. Happy playing! More dog sport related status : http://www.bigdogsport.com/  Dog ag

How a big dog learn to play nicely with little dogs?

Here are a few tips: 1. Do not play overly rough with your big dog. This is a common mistake people make. How you interact with your dog is how she thinks she should interact with everyone. As soon as your big dog starts playing too rough with you, stop. The timing of this needs to be precise. Stop the instant the dog’s energy gets too high. 2. Increase the exercise your big dog gets. A hearty game (or games) of fetch or a nice long walk are great ways to burn off excess energy. This will help your big dog — as it won't have to play with such force to burn off excess energy. More facts: http://www.bigdogsport.com 3. Supervise play between big and little dogs. Avoid letting them play together alone. You want to be able to intercede right away and can only do that if you monitor their play. 4. Interrupt play time when the big dog gets too excited. When this happens, call her over or put her on the leash and bring her away from the small dogs for a brief time out. Once she