Can You Run With Your Pit Bull?
Running with a healthy and active dog is an excellent way to exercise together. For Pitbulls, they are indeed well-suited to run alongside their owner. With their short nose and legs, they generally prefer sprints over long-distance running.
On the other hand, a Pitbull can be suitable to run anywhere from 2 to 5 miles a couple of times per week depending on his conditions. Thus, it can be an excellent source of physical activity for you and your dog. For more information about running with your Pit Bull, check out this article I’ve made on this topic!
How To Know If You Provide Enough Exercise To Your Pitbull?
Even if you think you’ve found exactly how much physical activity and mental stimulation your dog needs, observation can still be very helpful. Your analysis might be totally wrong, but the signs of under-exercising are generally reliable and easy to notice.
Destructive Behaviors.
Without proper exercise, your Pitbull will find a way to entertain himself. Whether it’s by chewing your favorite shoes or digging in your backyard, he’s giving you a sign that he needs more physical activity and mental stimulation. As everyone says, a tired dog is a good and happy dog!
Whining & Barking.
Another sign you don’t provide enough exercise to your Pitbull is if he becomes more vocal. Barking and whining can be caused by stress, too much energy, boredom, and many other reasons. Thus, unusual whines or barks may be an indication for you to spend more time working out and playing with your dog!
Why Is It So Important To Exercise Your Dog?
Just like any other animal, your Pitbull needs physical activity and brain stimulation. With his high-energy and muscular body, it’s even more essential for him to stay active. Otherwise, he can develop behavioral issues, get overweight, and become bored. If you really care about your dog’s well-being, it’s not something you want to happen.
Unfortunately, many people don’t understand how much time it’s required to keep an energetic dog in good shape. With all the information in this article, you have no more excuse to not provide enough exercise to your Pitbull. If you want him to be happy, you must take care of his physical and mental requirements!
Dog toys that move on their own
There are many dog toys available that shake, rattle, roll and move about on their own. These are ideal for a Pitbull as they cater directly to their chase and natural prey instincts. See “Dog toys that move on their own” to learn more.
There are a variety of dog toys that your dog can use to play by themselves. These are great for times when your dog is home alone, you don’t have the time or you are otherwise occupied. This way your dog can still get some physical activity and mental stimulation without your direct involvement. See “Self Playing Dog Toys” for some ideas.
Provide the opportunity for your Pitbull to play with other dogs. This is not only great to burn energy and stimulate their mind, but teaches them important social skills. Not all Pitbulls are dog-friendly, so ensure yours is to prevent the possibility of fighting.
Pitbull Terrier Exercise [Needs and Ideas]
I was watching two pitbulls going for a walk the other day. I could see they were full of energy and I admired their owner for being able to match them as they marched down the road! But, it got me thinking about pitbulls and what kind of exercise regime they require.
How much exercise does a pitbull need daily? A pitbull has more stamina than most other dogs. This means their daily need for physical activity is high and pitbulls should have at least one hour of vigorous exercise every day. Preferably, two walks a day of 30 to 45 minutes is recommended.
I’ve heard pitbull owners saying their dogs could play and run all day long! If you’re thinking of bringing a pitbull into your home, you’ll need to consider their high demand for exercise and attention.
Read on to find out more about these energetic doggies and what you can do to keep them well-exercised and out of trouble.