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Protect Your Dog From Injury When Playing Fetch
By Sue Doenim
Playing fetch games with your dog is great exercise for your dog and a good bonding time. Some ways of playing fetch with your dog can cause injury, however, so it's better to play safe than to be sorry. Throwing things into the air like a Frisbee for your dog to fetch is traditional playtime fun, but it can cause your dog leg or back injury when they land on the ground after the jump. When your dog jumps to catch something in the air, he will often twist his body to grasp the object with his teeth. A mid-air twist and hard landing for a dog can injure their back and/or legs. The force is enough to cause your dog injuries that will require surgery to repair. Protect your dog from injury such as this when playing fetch by rolling a ball or throwing toys on the ground for him to fetch. This will give your dog exercise and keep his body close to the ground, avoiding any injuries that can arise from hard landings. During the summer months, also be careful about heat exposure to your dog while playing games of fetch outdoors. Most dogs will play as long as you are willing, even to the point of collapse. Remember your dog is wearing a fur coat and needs breaks during outdoor play and fresh water so they can keep cool.
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