without stopping in the middle whatsoever? I run moderate speed. He seems to enjoy it. But am worried about his hips? Could doing this everyday affect his hips and cause hip dyslepsia?
2007-02-18 23:35:48 · 9 answers · asked by Spawn 3 in Pets ➔ Dogs
he is 4 years old and is pretty lean. very energetic he is always excited whenever he sees me with the leash
2007-02-19 00:15:14 · update #1
I would get him check out by your vet. He can let you know if it would be a good idea for him. My dog has problems with his back hip- x-rays found it. I was wondering why he hopped as he ran with his back legs. He loves to run in the fenced back yard. We have to limit his time and force him to come in to rest. Sometime, I have to carry him up the stairs. Like a child, we have to watch him. He loves to run, but we have to limit how long and how much.
2007-02-18 23:46:00 · answer #1 · answered by Jody 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That depends on the energy level of your Golden. It's great to go for a jog with him. I wouldn't do it every day but every other day should be fine. Now if you are jogging on hard pavement then 2 or 3 times a week should be the rule. The more excersise the better for any dog. This will only build up his muscles and keep him fit and trim.
I see no reason for you to stop.
2007-02-18 23:58:12 · answer #2 · answered by ♥Golden gal♥ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
At 4 years old a 30 minuye run is benenficial granted your dog has good elbows and hips and you're not running on hard surfaces such as the road and foot paths for long periods of time as this impacts the dogs joints too much.
2007-02-22 22:04:51 · answer #3 · answered by Sas 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had a black lab growing up, the vet said that she was able to deal with her hip displashia more easily because myself and my brother would take her for day long and 1/2 day hikes through the woods behind our house from the time we knew she knew she could be trusted on call and respond
she started to have the displashia around 8 and lived to 14!! when we finally had to put her down because she couldn't get up any more
2007-02-18 23:51:39 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should consider his age. Assuming he is a mature adult, he can handle it as his bones have matured Just remember if your dog isn't used to it, you will need to work into it--people don't do bike races without practice and getting their bodies in shape for that type of excercise.. If your dog is still a younger puppy, you will need to be cautious about this so as not to over do and damaage developing bones.
I think going to the vet and having a general physical to ensure your pet is healthy is a good idea. Then you can discuss in more detail your running and see what the vet inputs on your dog joining you.
2007-02-19 00:06:33 · answer #5 · answered by Shadow's Melon 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is he grown and not a pup? small puppies probably shouldnt run that far but assuming you have built up to it & hes not showing strain it should be OK of hes adult. Excersise does NOT cause hip dysplasia - in fact if hes unlucky enough to inherit it the excersise may help keep his mucles toned eonugh to prevent problems.
2007-02-18 23:51:35 · answer #6 · answered by ragapple 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would have him checked out by the vet first. If everything is fine then, increase his daily run gradually until he can do 30 minutes. If you are running on asphalt or concrete, I would be worried about hip and joint problems.
2007-02-19 02:11:01 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Avoid overexertion:
Remember, dogs will usually try to keep up with their people just because it is their nature to do so. This can mask fatigue and overshadow signs that the dog is overdoing it. So be vigilant and do not push your dog too hard.
You can find this and more in the link below, hope this helps!
2007-02-18 23:46:50 · answer #8 · answered by Vincent 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is great for him do not worry
2007-02-19 00:32:11 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋