How to Exercise Your Dog Safely (and Prevent Costly Injuries)
02/25/25 • 40 min
🐾 Is Your Dog Getting the Right Amount of Exercise? Or Are They at Risk for Injury? 🦴
Whether your dog is a non-stop zoomer, a weekend warrior, or a laid-back couch cuddler, keeping them fit, active, and injury-free is key to their long-term health. But how do you know when to push them—and when to let them rest? 🤔
In this episode of Muddy Paws and Hairballs, Dr. Kelly Fishman, a veterinary sports medicine expert, shares her best advice on customizing exercise for your dog’s age, breed, and activity level—plus key injury prevention strategies every pet parent should know!
🦴 In This Episode:
✅ How much exercise does your dog really need? (And when to push or slow down)
✅ Signs your dog is overdoing it—what pet parents often miss
✅ Breed-specific considerations for keeping dogs fit and injury-free
✅ The role of joint health supplements and proper nutrition in mobility
✅ Warm-ups & cool-downs: Why they matter for active dogs
✅ Fun, safe activities for senior dogs to keep them engaged
✅ Why regular vet checkups are key for long-term dog health
🐕 Dr. Fishman’s expert tips will help you keep your dog active, pain-free, and happy for years to come! 🐾 Listen now!
Learn more about Dr. Fishman at: https://www.strutanimal.com/
For more info about the muscle supplement Dr. Fishman recommends, go to Myos Pet: https://myospet.com/
#ActiveDogs #DogHealth #SeniorDogs #DogExercise #PreventInjuries #HealthyPets #MuddyPawsPodcast
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Starting Sunday, April 27, 2025, we’re switching things up—new episodes will now drop every Sunday instead of Tuesday!
Why the change? Because Sundays just feel better. Quieter mornings, fewer midweek distractions, and a better chance to catch up with your favorite pet podcast (aka us 😎).
Set your alarms (or don’t—we’ll be waiting patiently like a well-trained Golden Retriever 🐾) every Sunday morning starting at 8AM EST / 7AM CST.
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🐾 Is Your Dog Getting the Right Amount of Exercise? Or Are They at Risk for Injury? 🦴
Whether your dog is a non-stop zoomer, a weekend warrior, or a laid-back couch cuddler, keeping them fit, active, and injury-free is key to their long-term health. But how do you know when to push them—and when to let them rest? 🤔
In this episode of Muddy Paws and Hairballs, Dr. Kelly Fishman, a veterinary sports medicine expert, shares her best advice on customizing exercise for your dog’s age, breed, and activity level—plus key injury prevention strategies every pet parent should know!
🦴 In This Episode:
✅ How much exercise does your dog really need? (And when to push or slow down)
✅ Signs your dog is overdoing it—what pet parents often miss
✅ Breed-specific considerations for keeping dogs fit and injury-free
✅ The role of joint health supplements and proper nutrition in mobility
✅ Warm-ups & cool-downs: Why they matter for active dogs
✅ Fun, safe activities for senior dogs to keep them engaged
✅ Why regular vet checkups are key for long-term dog health
🐕 Dr. Fishman’s expert tips will help you keep your dog active, pain-free, and happy for years to come! 🐾 Listen now!
Learn more about Dr. Fishman at: https://www.strutanimal.com/
For more info about the muscle supplement Dr. Fishman recommends, go to Myos Pet: https://myospet.com/
#ActiveDogs #DogHealth #SeniorDogs #DogExercise #PreventInjuries #HealthyPets #MuddyPawsPodcast
Comment on this episode! For questions or if you need a reply- please email us at [email protected]
Starting Sunday, April 27, 2025, we’re switching things up—new episodes will now drop every Sunday instead of Tuesday!
Why the change? Because Sundays just feel better. Quieter mornings, fewer midweek distractions, and a better chance to catch up with your favorite pet podcast (aka us 😎).
Set your alarms (or don’t—we’ll be waiting patiently like a well-trained Golden Retriever 🐾) every Sunday morning starting at 8AM EST / 7AM CST.
✅ Subscribe to Muddy Paws and Hairballs for real talk and expert advice on pet care.
✅ Share this episode to help more pet parents navigate life with their pets.
💬 We’d Love to Hear from You! Got thoughts on this episode or a topic you want covered? Leave a review or comment—we value your feedback!
🎧 Listen & Follow:
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📩 Contact: [email protected]
Thanks for listening to Muddy Paws and Hairballs, your go-to resource for all things pet care. From dog training, behavior, and socialization to cat enrichment, pet adoption, and tackling behavior problems, we provide expert advice and real talk to help you create a happy, healthy life with your pets. Whether you're dealing with dog anxiety, looking for puppy training tips, or exploring enrichment ideas for your cat, we've got you covered. Be sure to check out all our episodes!
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Starting Sunday, April 27, 2025, we’re switching things up—new episodes will now drop every Sunday instead of Tuesday!
Why the change? Because Sundays just feel better. Quieter mornings, fewer midweek distractions, and a better chance to catch up with your favorite pet podcast (aka us 😎).
Set your alarms (or don’t—we’ll be waiting patiently like a well-trained Golden Retriever 🐾) every Sunday morning starting at 8AM EST / 7AM CST.
✅ Subscribe to Muddy Paws and Hairballs for real talk and expert advice on pet care.
✅ Share this episode to help more pet parents navigate life with their pets.
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Thanks for listening to Muddy Paws and Hairballs, your go-to resource for all things pet care. From dog training, behavior, and socialization to cat enrichment, pet adoption, and tackling behavior problems, we provide expert advice and real talk to help you create a happy, healthy life with your pets. Whether you're dealing with dog anxiety, looking for puppy training tips, or exploring enrichment ideas for your cat, we've got you covered. Be sure to check out all our episodes!
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Starting Sunday, April 27, 2025, we’re switching things up—new episodes will now drop every Sunday instead of Tuesday!
Why the change? Because Sundays just feel better. Quieter mornings, fewer midweek distractions, and a better chance to catch up with your favorite pet podcast (aka us 😎).
Set your alarms (or don’t—we’ll be waiting patiently like a well-trained Golden Retriever 🐾) every Sunday morning starting at 8AM EST / 7AM CST.
✅ Subscribe to Muddy Paws and Hairballs for real talk and expert advice on pet care.
✅ Share this episode to help more pet parents navigate life with their pets.
💬 We’d Love to Hear from You! Got thoughts on this episode or a topic you want covered? Leave a review or comment—we value your feedback!
🎧 Listen & Follow:
🌍 Official Site | 📱 Facebook | 📺 YouTube | 🍏 Apple | 🎵 Spotify
📩 Contact: [email protected]
Thanks for listening to Muddy Paws and Hairballs, your go-to resource for all things pet care. From dog training, behavior, and socialization to cat enrichment, pet adoption, and tackling behavior problems, we provide expert advice and real talk to help you create a happy, healthy life with your pets. Whether you're dealing with dog anxiety, looking for puppy training tips, or exploring enrichment ideas for your cat, we've got you covered. Be sure to check out all our episodes!
Muddy Paws and Hairballs - How to Exercise Your Dog Safely (and Prevent Costly Injuries)
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Is your dog ? That dog , you know , the one who thinks walk means drag the human at full speed and turns every squirrel sighting into a high-stakes chase , and who believes the living room rug is the perfect place to practice their zoomy takeoffs . Or maybe your dog's your running buddy , the one who never turns down a jog but ends up limping and giving you the side eye , like
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