Every chihuahua needs a good exercise and good health and as a good owner you can help your dog to perform their exercises. This is easy. There is nothing difficult to do. You can help your chihuahua form your home and also outside of your home. Exercise is important for your dog because they could build muscles and good physical health. It is also important that your dog does not overeat because when they try to do exercise it will be harder to move and if you dog doesn't practice exercise it could develop a disease such as obesity. Chihuahuas are very energetic animals. They are very small but they like a lot to run and play, of course chihuahuas need a safe place to rump around. In this article, I will explain the best and simple exercise for your dog, the right time to exercise your dog, and the best place for them to do exercise.
Depending on the age of your dog you should give exercise to them. One good example is when you puppy is between 2 to 4 months your puppy is still growing. At this time the best exercise for them is short walks around your yard and playing with their toys. When they are 4 to 8 months you can include short walks because it is better than just one long walk. These walks should be for 15 to 20 minutes. When your dog is about one year, your dog can walk for 20 to 30 minutes but be sure that your dog takes at least one break, last of all when your dog is older, he or she should be examined by a veterinarian to determine the requirements for dog health is and know what is more suitable for them. You can choose if your dog should keep exercising or stop to rest.
Secondly the place where your dog does exercise is very important because puppies should not walk in places where there are too many people: They may feel scared and nervous. Clearly it is best to bring your dog to a quiet place like a park where only dogs are allowed or a walk around your neighborhood . When days are hot, carry water for your dog. This will help your dog stay refreshed and walk in shady areas that do not receive much heat. Also when it is cold or even snowing it is better to stay at home to avoid dangers to you and your dog.
Daily walking for several minutes a day helps a lot because it reduces the risk of disease as walking at least 30 minutes can help prevent obesity and obviously helps to have a weight under control. Your dog can tone their muscles with the help a hike and increase their energy levels. Provied that the walk is often, your dog will feel better physically and be able to continue exercising. You can help by motivating your dog.
Finally over-exercise is not good for your dog because it could injure them. Some veterinarians belive that too much exercise can lead to elbow dysplasia. If your dog can't do more exercise than they can do not force tour dog to do more. Remember that they are small and they can't do the same exercise as a larger dog.