03/06/2026
Fitness is important.
If we want to enjoy activities such as long hikes, gundog training, agility etc. we need our dogs to be fit and healthy and to help prevent injuries.
In addition to regular exercise, it can be helpful to add in conditioning exercises such as stepping over poles, left and right turns around a cone, positions (ensuring good posture in sits and stands).
It can also be beneficial for dogs to have regular check-ups with a canine physiotherapist. This way you can pick up on any problems early, and hopefully avoid injury. Physio’s are also helpful when recovering from injury, not just in rehabilitation but in aiding to reduce the injury occurring again.
