Episode 12: How exercise, activities and injuries can affect your dog’s lifespan

If you have a dog, you’ll know that playing, fetching, swimming and walks are the highlights of their day.  But did you know that some forms of exercise can cause injuries, shorten your dog’s lifespan, and even cause organ damage or cancer?In this episode, Dr. Dobias outlines safe exercise for your dog, how much exercise is OK, and what activities to avoid. He also describes how to examine your dog’s spine for injury, pain and discomfort, and discusses the top 6 commonly missed causes of disease in canines. Resources you shouldn’t miss: One of the most common mistakes people make when exercising their dogs: https://peterdobias.com/blogs/blog/76674565-one-of-the-most-common-mistakes-people-make-when-exercising-their-dogsHow much swimming is good for your dog: https://peterdobias.com/blogs/blog/17383868-how-much-swimming-is-good-for-your-dogHow to know if your dog is hurting or has suffered an undetected injury: https://peterdobias.com/blogs/blog/how-to-know-if-your-dog-is-hurting-or-has-suffered-an-undetected-injuryWhy Frisbee fetching may be risky for dogs: https://peterdobias.com/blogs/blog/113473797-why-frisbee-fetching-may-be-risky-for-dogs Are dog collars dangerous for dogs? https://peterdobias.com/blogs/blog/why-i-continue-to-fight-for-your-dogs-safetyOne thing will make the most difference fo your dog’s health: https://peterdobias.com/blogs/blog/one-thing-will-make-the-most-difference-to-your-dogs-health GreenMin - Essential Minerals for Dogs: www.greenmin.comGentle Leash: https://peterdobias.com/products/gentle-leashPerfect Fit Harness: https://peterdobias.com/products/perfect-fit-harness-builder FeelGood Omega - Omega 3 for dogs: https://peterdobias.com/products/feelgood-omega Visit Pax and I on our website: www.peterdobias.com Be Social!FacebookInstagramPinterestYouTubeAwesome to see you here! I gather it’s because you care a little more.