Jogging can be a great, fun way for you and your dog to stay in shape together. Furthermore, it should be a bonding experience that keeps your pup physically stimulated. Just make sure that your dog is safely able to handle your workout routine, and be responsible.
Is it OK to run with your dog?
Most veterinarians say it's important to hold off on any serious jogging with a dog—any “running other than puppy play,” in Schwartz's words—until it's fully grown, to avoid developmental issues.
How far should you run with your dog?
Use your discretion when running with a dog – I can't go more than 3 miles with my dog without feeling like I'm torturing him. Some hyper Labradors will run 10 miles longer than they should, and risk orthopedic injury, soreness, or heat stroke in the process.
Can I run with my dog every day?
Your dog should get probably get about an hour of exercise daily (some breeds more, some less), but that can take many forms — playing fetch, or tug of war, or just rocking out for hours. If you're running every day, Moroney recommends a 5-mile max for your dog's run, any given day.
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