Keeping A Basset Hound in Shape

<h1>Keeping A Basset Hound in Shape</h1>Author: <a title="John Jackson" href="http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/john-jackson/173509.htm">John Jackson</a> Just like humans, Basset Hounds need to work to control their weight and to maintain their health, which includes exercise. However, Basset Hounds have special needs when it comes to their exercise, including the age of the dog, because puppies have different needs than adult dogs do. The best and most appropriate exercise activities for your Basset Hound can be found in this article. Basset Hounds as Puppies: Since puppies are not as developed as full-grown dogs, they have different needs. Puppies, just like children, need extra rest during their formative years. Basset Hound puppies need rest after exercise up until the age of about six months. Since their muscles and bones are still developing, this rest period is essential. Skipping it during this stage can cause problems later down the line. Both children and adults need to understand this concept of down time between exercise periods, so that your puppy can grow to maturity as a healthy dog. Later on, the exercise rules will change slightly. Basset Hounds as Adults: Extra rest is not as necessary for adult Basset Hounds as it was for puppies, because their bones and muscles are fully developed. Your pet will only need a moderate amount of exercise as an adult. Running with your Basset Hound can be difficult, because of the difference between the length of your legs and his legs. Running with a Basset Hound can be very hard on the dog, and most likely will not be much fun for you. Walking on a daily basis, however, is perfect, although frequent rest stops may be necessary due to his short legs. Even this moderate exercise, along with a healthy diet, will keep your Basset Hound from becoming obese, one of the common problems associated with this breed. Obesity can result in arthritis, back trouble, or even hear problems, so weight management is crucial for your Basset Hound's health. In order to be healthy, your dog needs to be at an appropriate weight for his age. Throughout your dog's life, you will need to maintain an exercise regimen in order to keep obesity at bay. By following through on this simple rule, you can guarantee a relationship that will last you and your Basset Hound for years. Regular walks in the park or around several city blocks will help your Hound's heart as well as burn fat calories keeping your little pup healthy and happy.About the Author: 
This article was written by John Jackson and has been contributed by <a href="http://www.greatdogsite.com"><a target="_blank" href="http://www.greatdogsite.com">http://www.greatdogsite.com</a></a>. For more information on the Basset Hound, please visit our page <a href="http://www.greatdogsite.com/breeds/details/Basset_Hound/"><a target="_blank" href="http://www.greatdogsite.com/breeds/details/Basset_Hound/">http://www.greatdogsite.com/breeds/details/Basset_Hound/</a></a>.
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Just like humans, Basset Hounds need to work to control their weight and to maintain their health, which includes exercise. However, Basset Hounds have special needs when it comes to their exercise, including the age of the dog, because puppies have different needs than adult dogs do. The best and most appropriate exercise activities for your Basset Hound can be found in this article.

Basset Hounds as Puppies:

Since puppies are not as developed as full-grown dogs, they have different needs. Puppies, just like children, need extra rest during their formative years. Basset Hound puppies need rest after exercise up until the age of about six months. Since their muscles and bones are still developing, this rest period is essential. Skipping it during this stage can cause problems later down the line. Both children and adults need to understand this concept of down time between exercise periods, so that your puppy can grow to maturity as a healthy dog. Later on, the exercise rules will change slightly.

Basset Hounds as Adults:

Extra rest is not as necessary for adult Basset Hounds as it was for puppies, because their bones and muscles are fully developed. Your pet will only need a moderate amount of exercise as an adult. Running with your Basset Hound can be difficult, because of the difference between the length of your legs and his legs. Running with a Basset Hound can be very hard on the dog, and most likely will not be much fun for you. Walking on a daily basis, however, is perfect, although frequent rest stops may be necessary due to his short legs. Even this moderate exercise, along with a healthy diet, will keep your Basset Hound from becoming obese, one of the common problems associated with this breed. Obesity can result in arthritis, back trouble, or even hear problems, so weight management is crucial for your Basset Hound's health.

In order to be healthy, your dog needs to be at an appropriate weight for his age. Throughout your dog's life, you will need to maintain an exercise regimen in order to keep obesity at bay. By following through on this simple rule, you can guarantee a relationship that will last you and your Basset Hound for years. Regular walks in the park or around several city blocks will help your Hound's heart as well as burn fat calories keeping your little pup healthy and happy.

This article was written by John Jackson and has been contributed by http://www.greatdogsite.com. For more information on the Basset Hound, please visit our page http://www.greatdogsite.com/breeds/details/Basset_Hound/.

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