Too much exercise or strenuous activity can potentially cause permanent damage to a young, growing Whippet. A puppy's bones, growth plates, and joints are not fully developed yet and can be injured more easily than you might have realized.
Can a Whippet run too much?
'Whippets don't need as much running time as is often thought. Lots of fast running can also cause damage to joints and over-arousal so a mix of sniff walks on a long lead and some controlled off-lead time is best. ' A dog walk is there to provide stimulation and to keep them physically healthy and mentally satisfied.
How much exercise should a Whippet have?
Your Whippet will need a minimum of an hour exercise every day. This should be split into a couple of walks, usually a shorter one in the morning with a longer one with chance to sniff and explore later on. There should also be plenty of chance for your Whippet to run and play off-lead in a secure area.
Do Whippets need to run everyday?
Adult Whippets must have time every day to run freely, burning off excess energy and stretching their legs. Time walking or jogging also contribute to the dog's daily exercise, which the UK Kennel Club recommends to be at least an hour a day.
Can you exercise dogs too much?
If they are not used to more than a 10-minute walk or playtime, suddenly expecting more than an hour of activity can set them up for injury and medical problems. If they're over-extended, they may be resistant to exercise or develop mobility issues, anxiety, and exhaustion/lethargy.
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