How Do You Tire Out Your Dogs?

Question: Do you have a set amount of time to exercise a 6 month old pup? I have heard that you say you don't want over exercise them.

Answer: I don't have set amounts of time to do anything. I don't use time much at all in measuring things when it comes to dogs. I think there's value in balance and risk in things out of balance. If there is a lot of physical exercise, I think we are conditioning them physically to be better athletes which then takes more exercise to tire them out. I think the key is finding physical and mental stimulation to keep them in "healthy balance" both physically and mentally. I can tire a dog out just as easily by challenging them appropriately with both and that is what I recommend.
I hope that helps, keep me posted and let me know if I can help along the way
Thanks,
Jeremy

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