Re: [PyrNet-L] Kane the terror dog :-)

[Michaelene Sullivan <innerpuppie@30below.com>]

Tracy Bassett wrote:

> Just remember not to go overboard with growing pups (and Pyrs keep growing
> for quite a while!).  Too much 'pavement bashing' (eg long walks on a lead)
> can do damage to those growing bones.

I agree. I was told when I brought my GSD pup home that long walks, agility
work, jogging with me, etc. were to be a no-no until he had reached at least
one year of age. Agility not until the age of 18 months (long back prone to
damage).

> The best exercise for growing pup is
> play - this way if they get tired they can stop of their own accord rather
> than having to keep going till the end of the walk.

Exactly...and what's more fun than playing with a puppy!!!  :)


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