My dog is overweight. Should I wait until she’s lost the excess weight to run with her?
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We’re working on helping our lab lose a little weight. I enjoy going for short runs in the evening. Should I wait to run her until she’s lost the excess weight? I’m worried about putting too much extra strain on her knees. I don’t want to cause any leg or hip issues or joint pain. She’s about 20 pounds overweight. I just don’t want to cause an injury for her.
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The best thing you can do for your dog and your peace of mind is to talk to your vet about starting a weight-loss run routine with your dog to find out what they advise. Every dog is different, so your vet will know what is best for your pet.
My guess is that they will advise you to start with more regular walks and work up to runs. You will get there in no time and she will reach her target weight, thanks to your loving care. All the best.
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