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Walking or Running
Weimaraners are very active dogs. They can be hyper as a youngsters and
sometimes seem completely silly. Chewing and destructive behavior is
very often a lack of exercise, so it benefits both of you mentally as well
as physically to schedule regular, interactive exercise.
It is recommended that you provide at minimum one (1) hour of physical
activity for your Weim daily, if not more.. Physical activity is as
vital to not only their physical health, but also their mental development
as is obedience and task training. There are a number of ways to
provide exercise for your Weim and several could be beneficial to you as
well.
Walking or jogging daily with your Weimaraner is an excellent way to provide the
exercise they need and get your exercise also. They usually need
very little instruction to learn left, right, halt and wait, which are
essential commands if you plan to jog with your Weim. Make certain
that you get a sturdy collar and leash to prepare for this activity and
night glow items if you plan on jogging after dark. Never run in the
heat of the summer days with your Weim to avoid heat exhaustion and split
paws. They are susceptible to overheating just like you are!
Never use a choke chain - WRTVS does not recommend this device in ANY
situation. If your Weim pulls the prong collar is a good choice,
although it looks like a medieval device. If appropriately used, it distributes
the pressure evenly around the neck instead of just across the
trachea. Seek the help of a non-violent, professional trainer to
learn how to use the device. You should encourage and work with your
Weim about walking well on a leash, however they will outlast you on the
walk!
Locate a secure baseball field or park near your home. Baseball areas are
most accessible during the winter months when children's leagues are off
season. Walk to the park, secure the gates and let them go. It
is amazing how fast our Weims can run! Take a tennis ball and a Chuck-it
(man's best invention for a Tennis Ball!) with you. The Chuck-It
sails the ball across the field and prevents you from having to touch a
slimy ball! These are available at your local pet store. You
can also practice obedience and agility moves during this time as well.
Some areas have dog friendly parks, but don't forget to scoop the poop.
Be respectful of everyone's right to play in a clean area!
NEVER
leash your dog to a bicycle or motor scooter. Exhaustion and over
heating will occur rapidly and you will not be as aware of their status.
Play time in your own yard can be fun for both of you. Provided you have
a large fenced area, you can work on retrieval, manners, obedience or just
simply throw the ball. Weimaraners need interaction from their
masters and this hour can be well spent as a bonding/play time.
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