{"id":10420,"date":"2020-05-18T04:08:29","date_gmt":"2020-05-18T04:08:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.healthysuppliesshop.com\/?p=10420"},"modified":"2020-05-18T04:08:29","modified_gmt":"2020-05-18T04:08:29","slug":"how-do-i-help-my-overweight-dog-5-tips-you-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.healthysuppliesshop.com\/2020\/05\/18\/how-do-i-help-my-overweight-dog-5-tips-you-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"How do I help my overweight dog? 5 tips you need to know"},"content":{"rendered":"

According to the latest veterinary surveys, over half dogs are overweight.<\/span><\/p>\n

No wonder Internet searches for \u201cdog exercise\u201d spiked by 809 per cent recently.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Almost a third of people in the world own a dog, and it can be difficult to keep pets entertained and healthy during lockdown.<\/p>\n

We have some ideas on how you can keep your dog fit and healthy if you can\u2019t leave your home.<\/p>\n

Set up an improvised obstacle course<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Setting up an outdoor or indoor obstacle course for your dog is a great way to get them active and stimulate their mind.<\/p>\n

Use objects such as broomsticks to make jumps and blankets over chairs to make a tunnel.<\/p>\n

Make a mini tyre jump by securing a hula hoop in between two chairs.<\/p>\n

You could also make a weave obstacle by placing shoes or boots on the floor.<\/p>\n

Before diving straight in, teach your dog each element of the obstacle course using healthy treats to guide them. Gradually remove the treats but use the same hand gestures to get your dog to perform the obstacle course on their own.<\/p>\n

Work for treats<\/strong><\/p>\n

Take a variety of healthy dog treats and hide them around the house, making some easy to find and some more challenging.<\/p>\n

Dogs will not only tire themselves out by looking for the treats, but it will also provide them with mental stimulation.<\/p>\n

Treat dispensing toys are a great way to get your dog to be more active and keep their mind occupied.<\/p>\n

Puzzle bowls are also an effective method to get your dog\u2019s mind going whilst encouraging slower eating, which is good for a dog\u2019s digestive system.<\/p>\n

Tug of war<\/strong><\/p>\n

This activity is a great way to get your dog active and a chance to play with them.<\/p>\n

Before engaging in a healthy game of tug of war, it\u2019s important to note that it will bring out the predator in your dog and should only be played if you understand their power and instincts.<\/p>\n\t\n \n

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