Winter Exercise

Now that the cold weather is upon us, we may need to make some adjustments in our dog's exercise routine.  There really is more to exercise than leash walking, actually leash walking is not really exercise for the dog.  A dog needs mental exercise as well as physical exercise.  This is the perfect time to ramp up games to exercise your dog's mind.  A simple game of hide and seek is a great inside game, you hide, the dog has to find you.  Be creative.  There are some outside things that we can do in the cold weather. Biking, skijoring, carting, sledding, tug, fetch, running, or backpacking are just a few activities you can enjoy with your dog, depending on his health and your climate. Always check with your vet before introducing a new exercise regimen.