5 Ways to Get Your Dog in Shape

If your dog is overweight, lazy or aggressive, you need a good plan to get your dog back in shape.

Dogs that belong to the wolf family need regular exercise to stay in shape. Every dog has an ideal weight depending on size and breed.

You can check with the vet regarding your dog’s correct weight. After all, your pet’s overall health is of vital importance, right?

Let us look at 5 ways to get your dog in shape.

You can keep your dog fit and healthy by making him run. When we say run, we don’t mean a slow trot but a full-fledged run that will make your dog pant. This exercise for your dog will help the pet develop muscles. If you find running beside your dog tiring, you can try cycling or even skateboarding while he keeps pace with you!
Play with your pet. Dogs need a lot of play time; and research has proven that this is also beneficial to you, as it will you reduce your stress levels. Throw a dog ball, such as Chuckit! Ultra Ball, or a toy that your pup would love running after and picking it up.
Do not overindulge your dog with food. Avoid feeding your pet scraps from the table. Because his digestive system is different from yours, your dog will tend to put on more weight from human food. Never overfeed your dog beyond his daily ration of food. Try using an automatic pet feeder with a timer.
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Don’t feed him every time you open the fridge or have a snack.
Let your dog have a real bone maybe twice a week. This will help him control any aggressive behavior. Your pet will love munching and chewing on the dog bone, which will have the benefit of also helping to strengthen your dog’s teeth.
Switch from a wet food to a good dry dog food. Wet foods tend to fatten. Feed your dog meat to help maintain a lean and fit body. A diet containing just grains and vegetables would not be able to provide the necessary nutrients.