Exercise
Your puppy will be in a very rapid growth period during the first 12-18 months of life. Growth plates in Swissys don’t close until approximately 18 months of age.
During this time, bones and joints are constantly being remodeled. To allow for all the changes, the bones and cartilage are soft and contain many blood vessels. The young tissue is resilient but prone to trauma and stress and can be damaged by shock and excessive exercise. Puppies cannot be trusted to limit their own activity so you must be vigilant in protecting your puppy. However a puppy’s activity shouldn’t be over-limited; proper bone and joint development require a certain amount of activity and stress on connective tissues. Moderation is the key.
Exercise restrictions can gradually be decreased as your puppy grows. If you’re not sure of the exercise level that’s appropriate for the age of your puppy, please don’t hesitate to give us a call. |
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