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Staying is shape is an issue that millions of people struggle with daily. What most people don’t consider along with that subject is the health of their dogs as well. Overweight dogs, much like people, can struggle with diabetes, damage to joints, bones, and ligaments, heart disease and many more devastating health problems. Many consider their dogs a part of the family, so we must make sure we take care of their health just like we would a family member. With these few simple exercise tips, you and your dog can become healthier and stay in shape while having fun together! The simplest form of exercise for your dog is fetch. Most dogs absolutely love the idea of chasing their toys and bringing it back for another throw. It gets your furry friend running, and jumping, while not even realizing they are getting a work out. Our Grriggles Flyers Dog Toys come in a variety of colors and are not only fun to chase, but fun to chew as well. Their nylon and rope design make these toys durable for even the strongest chewers. To include a little exercise for you as well, try throwing these in an open field or dog park and moving around with your dog. With football season quickly approaching, get into the spirit and play a family game of football, including your dog! These Air Kong Squeaker Footballs are perfect for a game of doggie football and they even float! Don’t forget to dress your dog in the part as well with our new NFL Dog Apparel. You can outfit your dog in your favorite team jersey, or simply a collar and leash for walks as well. If sports and fetch aren’t your dog’s favorite activities, you can try a number of other things as well! Simply long, brisk walks can go a long way with getting you and your fur baby in shape. Try taking different routes, providing your dog with new sights and smells to keep them busy and entertained. Taking an obedience class together is also a great way to get moving, and learn new tricks in the mean time. For more information, refer to our <a rel=”nofollow” onclick=”javascript:_gaq.push(['_trackPageview', '/outgoing/article_exit_link']);” href=”<a rel=”nofollow” onclick=”javascript:_gaq.push(['_trackPageview', '/outgoing/article_exit_link']);” href=”http://blog.doggievogue.com/blog/”>http://blog.doggievogue.com/blog/”>doggie blog.</a>

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