10 Ways To Make Sure Your Dog Gets Exercise In The Winter

Winter is that time of year when our dogs start to cower underneath their blankets and avoid going outside to get any exercise at all. If winter is the sign that tells you your dog isn’t getting enough exercise, here are ten ways to make sure your dog gets exercise in the winter –

1. Morning walk



Every dog needs a brisk morning walk to get the blood flowing. In fact, walking in the morning is perhaps the most compelling way to bond with your dog and also to pump up his metabolism. A morning walk is also a superlative form of cardiovascular exercise.

2. Playing fetch



All you need is a ball or a Frisbee. This awakens sleeping receptors in your dog and can also be an excellent daily exercise, even in the winter.

3. Dog Yoga



It’s a popular one! Dog yoga is an excellent way for dogs to stretch, relax and exercise. Dog yoga can be your new morning program with your favorite pal.

4. Climbing up and down the stairs

If going outside in the winter is too tedious a task for you, then we recommend that you grab your dog and sprint up and down the stairs. Keep repeating this exercise until the dog gets tired.

5. Dancing with the stars



Do you and your dog start jiggling up and down together every time a dance reality show pops up? Well, then this just might be your new workout plan!

6. Treadmilling


If you don’t have a particular dog treadmill, then just use a regular one. Just let your dog get the hang of it, and over a period of 3 to 4 days start increasing the speed. It is the perfect modern-day animal exercise!

7. Indoor walking


Dogs need proper daily exercise. It is the bare minimum you need to do to keep your dog healthy. Grab your dog and make use of your living space. Go for it!

8. Get a dog trainer!

The best way to keep your dog healthy is to train them. If you can’t afford a professional trainer, then learn to teach the dog yourself.

9. The Smell game


Dogs have excellent sniffing power. Construct a game that requires your dog to test its nostrils and its noggin! Hide your dog’s favorite treat and make him sweat a bit to earn it.

10. Interval running



Interval running is a form of burst training that requires your dog to run, slow down, and then run again. It is high octane and burns quite a lot of calories. If you are an athletic person or want your dog to be fit, then devise an interval running program. It really would shape your dog’s cardiovascular health to perfection and would help your dog lead a healthy life.

This winter keep your dog as charged up as possible!