Coordination in dogs – are coordinated movements innate in dogs?
It is true that our dogs are given a certain mobility and motor skills from the beginning and quickly begin to move on their four ...
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How do you find the right fitness exercises for your dog? – this is what you should pay attention to
Again and again I am contacted by dog owners who are looking for fitness exercises for their dog. A wide variety of training tools such ...
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Dog fitness for your dog’s forehand – 3 active exercises for musculature and mobility
In diseases of the dog’s forehand, such as elbow dysplasia or OCD of the shoulder, it is very important to maintain joint mobility. The musculature ...
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3 Stretching exercises for your dog – perfect also for the warm up
Stretching exercises in dogs are not only useful in dog sports for warming up and form an important part of the warm up. At the ...
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Movement training for young dogs – 2 active exercises for a good body feeling and coordination
When a young dog moves in, as a dog owner you delight in his clumsy and often awkward movements as he explores the world step ...
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Strength and muscle building in dogs – why muscle is so important and how to train properly
Muscle building in dogs is not only an issue for sporting dogs. Also in the case of joint problems, after prolonged immobility, it is important ...
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Fine motor skills in dogs – with these exercises you promote them
You know how it is: you see dogs that move easily, effortlessly and elegantly. And then there are those who seem to bump mercilessly everywhere ...
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Exercise training for osteoarthritis in dogs – these 3 active exercises promote joint mobility and strengthen the muscles
Osteoarthritis is one of the most common joint diseases in dogs. The joints that bear most of the body’s weight are often affected. These include ...
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Proprioception in dogs – what it means, why it’s so important and how you can train it
Proprioception in dogs – have you ever heard of it? Behind the complicated word proprioception lies the depth sensitivity and self-awareness of the body. In ...
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Relaxed Christmas days for your dog – feel-good moments with massage & Co.
Christmas days often mean hustle and bustle and excitement for our dogs. Many things are different, you get a visitor or visit the family. This ...
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The right substrate in exercise and fitness training for dogs – why it is so important!
Actually, I never really planned to take up this topic in a blog post. But it’s actually still pretty common that I see a lot ...
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Standing training for dogs – why the standing position is the basis for movement (training)
The stand training with the dog – many dog owners know it as a signal for standing still e.g. before crossing a street. But let’s ...
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Exercise training for hip dysplasia and hip osteoarthritis in dogs – with these 2 exercises you specifically strengthen the hip & hindquarters of your dog
After recently presenting two active exercises that youcan use ifyour dog has back problems, in this article I present two active exercises from movement training ...
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Dec19
Isometric training to reduce stress – mastering stressful situations
Isometric training looks very unspectacular at first glance. However, the effect on the dog is great in every respect. Isometric training is physically and mentally ...
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Oct31
Cavaletti training for dogs – how it works and what it brings to your dog
Cavaletti training for dogs – it exists? I still get a lot of wide-eyed looks when I tell dog people about cavaletti training and how ...
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Aug15
Physiotherapeutic Dog Fitness Training: A holistic approach to promoting your dog’s health and well-being.
If we want our dogs to be as mobile as possible throughout their lives, then walks alone are not enough. Various factors have an influence ...
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Jan09
How long is your dog allowed to walk? – how much is good, when does it become harmful? The most important factors
Many dog people ask me how long a dog is actually allowed to go for a walk, or what distances it is allowed to run ...
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Nov14
Strengthen the nerve function in dogs – this is how!
When dogs suffer from back disorders, such as a herniated disc, cauda equina compression syndrome, spondylosis, nerve function is often disrupted. The cause here is ...
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Oct24
Dog fitness – challenge dogs in a healthy way without overtaxing them
Dog fitness training is becoming more and more popular. Not without reason. It’s a great way for dog people to actively do something for their ...
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Aug30
Hiking with dog – for which dog is it suitable, how to build it properly and avoid overload and injuries?
Hiking with a dog is an activity that many dog owners love. It is simply wonderful to explore nature together with your dog. But what ...
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Apr12
Hoopers Agility – an ingenious, joint-friendly dog sport for every dog
Hoopers Agility also known as N.A.D.A.C Hoppers or simply Hoopers, is a dog sport that actually came to Europe from the USA. In Europe, more ...
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Mar29
When the dog jumps – these are the effects on the forehand
Whether in the forest over tree trunks or sometimes over smaller ditches and obstacles – almost every dog owner has let his dog jump. Regular ...
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Mar29
Dog sports – “High-Impact” and “Low-Impact” sports – these are the differences
In recent years, the world of dog sports has not only changed a lot, but has also grown a lot. But it is not only ...
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Feb22
How to avoid muscular imbalances and tension through footwork in dog sports
In many dog sports, emphasis is placed on footwork. This means that the dog runs on the left side of the handler. Ideally, the dog’s ...
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Jan18
That’s how harmful it is to really “exercise” your dog on a regular basis
Dogs need to be exercised – so really, right? It’s been a big trend in recent years for dogs to (need to) be “exercised” on ...
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Sep29
Back training for dogs – with these two exercises you strengthen the muscles and promote mobility
Many dogs have back problems in the course of their lives and dog owners want to support their four-legged friends with targeted back training for ...
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Sep02
HAPPYFIT 2.0 Dog Fitness – free 6 day training plan and exercise instructions for your dog!
The topic of dog fitness and exercise training is becoming increasingly popular among dog owners. I have been passionate about it for a number of ...
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Aug04
Dog fitness training vs. trick training – what are the differences?
Lately I have been asked more often where the difference is between dog fitness training or exercise training and trick training. Basically, the two don’t ...
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Jun10
Why performance pressure is out of place in exercise & fitness training for dogs
Recently, exercise training and dog fitness are experiencing a real hype. Basically, I am of course pleased that dog owners are concerned with the health ...
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Apr28
Healthy dog sports – your dog’s health in mind! Interview at dog sport Nubi
The topic of dog sports – and especially healthy dog sports – is something I encounter again and again and more and more as a ...
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Apr28
How good dog training is built and why it’s important that your dog is doing well in the process! – Guest article by Anne Bucher
In many of my blog articles I have already looked at the topic of pain from different angles. It is a broad subject area and ...
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Mar17
2 effective exercises to strengthen your dog’s coordination and body awareness
Many dogs, surprisingly, have relatively poor body awareness and body consciousness. For them, their body stops behind the torso. This inevitably leads to uneven loading ...
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Mar03
Fitness training for dogs – why balance pads & co. should not be used for fun
Fitness training in dogs is always inevitably associated with balance pads and balance boards in all colors and sizes. But why actually?! I thought long ...
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Jan21
Why it’s so important that your dog sits properly!
No, this is not about obedience training. Sitting is just like standing a normal basic posture of our dogs. But if you look around you ...
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Jul12
The dog in summer – swimming, exercise & employment – Summer Best Of
We are already in the middle of the vacation season and there are of course again great activities with our dogs on the program. Maybe ...
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Jul02
These are the points to consider when exercising your dog in high summer temperatures – no ifs, ands or buts!
In my doggy fitness training group, the question was recently asked about how best to do it on these particularly warm days, in terms of ...
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May14
Movement of puppies & young dogs – exercise ideas for balance & coordination & which movements are taboo!
The last article was already about how much a puppy or young dog may and should be moved. In this article, I want to give ...
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May06
Exercise in puppies and young dogs – how much is healthy and what is right?
When a puppy moves in, it’s an exciting time. You want to show him the world and experience everything together. The exploratory urge of the ...
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Apr23
How long can my old dog go for a walk and how much exercise does he need anyway?!
That’s a question I get asked all the time. But how much exercise is actually good for older dogs? And is it even possible to ...
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Apr09
Water rod in dogs – that’s why not only dogs that swim get sick
Canine water boarding is still a very under-researched disease. It got its name from the fact that it often affects dogs that have been swimming ...
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Feb26
Guest article: Isometric training in dog training and behavioral training respectively
If you’ve been following my blog for a while, you know that I’m a big fan of isometric exercises and always see the close interaction ...
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Feb23
HAPPYFIT – active exercise training for your dog’s fitness – incl. Training Plan!
You would like to start active movement training with your dog and are looking for exercises for your dog? With active movement exercises you offer ...
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Jan29
Cycling with dog – these things you should know!
Especially in spring and summer, cycling with the dog is a popular sporting activity. When done correctly, it’s a great workout for the dog. It ...
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Nov13
Muscle building dog: isometric training for hind legs and back
Muscle Building Dog Muscle Building Dog Muscle Building Dog Muscle Building Dog Isometric training is often underestimated by dog owners in exercise therapy and also ...
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Jul23
How to keep your dog moving despite the heat – 3 active exercises for your dog
The warm summer temperatures have us fully in their grip and thus the daily walks with us are shorter. Especially Snowy, who is a bit ...
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Jul23
Causes of obesity in dogs – so your dog gets fat!
Obesity is a serious health risk. Causes of obesity in dogs – there are definitely several. And here I do not mean: “It’s all just ...
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Jul11
Your dog does not like to swim or is not allowed to? – Treading water for dogs – the alternative
Treading water for dogs is becoming more and more popular. But why actually? Dogs can swim, right? Plus, it sounds mind-numbing. But they do exist, ...
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Jul04
Swimming with a dog – these 10 points you should consider!
Swimming with dog is a popular activity in the hot summer months. Many dogs love to swim and frolic in the cool water. A welcome ...
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Apr03
10 important facts about cycling with dog
In spring, the first rays of sunshine draw us all outside and activities with our dogs are twice as much fun! Then you also see ...
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Mar28
Vacation with dog – Fit on vacation with this simple training! (advertisement)
The vacation season starts again and what could be better for us dog owners than to spend the vacation with our dogs. Even though we ...
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