Be Dog Smart: Fitness and Exercise

Every dog is different, as are his needs for exercise. The breed, age, and sex of your dog will all influence the amount of physical activity needed to keep him happy and healthy.

Pet Leadership Council. (2019) Fitness and exercise. American Pet Products Association. https://bedogsmart.org. Used with permission.

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Topic(s): Exercise, How Much Exercise Does a Dog Need, Pet Families

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