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I'm a Runner, Can he be too? Hello!! Im a runner and DJ has a TON of energy!! Just playing in the house and going for walks just does not seem enough. Whenever I start running he runs right next to me and follows me. So I started to think if it would be ok to take him for a run everyday?? This morning I decided to take him for a mile run to see how it went. It went great!! He ran and ran and ran ....there was a time he was slowing down behind so I just picked him up and ran with him in my arms then he wanted back down to start running again. I was wondering if I could make him a runner with me and go runwith him everyday?? He seems to like it and it gets his energy out. When we returned from our run I gave him water and nutrical RIGHT AWAY. I was also wondering if I wanted to run long distance if there is anything I can buy to strap on me I can put him in if he gets tired????? I always like to bring my pup anywhere I go and include him. I hope its ok to do this...I am seeking advice?? |
Puppies will push themselves to the point of exhaustion. At his age...a 15 minute walk is enough to tire him. He's much too young for jogging and you're risking bone and joint injuries. His calorie expenditure should be used for growing... |
Apologies for intruding :) bchgirl, do you think that a 6 month old pup would be okay to run a mile or so? Or is that also still too young? I've been questioning this as well. I'm a fellow runner haha. |
I thought your puppy still didn't have all his shots? If not, don't take him outside where other dogs have been, he could get very sick. When he's a little older he could be a good running buddy. There's this path by my house and Bandit will run the first mile with me and walk the last 3. |
I'm not sure if this question was referring to me or not, but if it was, he just finished them all last week. Again, I doubt that reply was for me :p |
I've always been told that yorkies are "apartment puppies", meaning they can get most if not all of their exercise indoors if they needed to. A mile sounds a little long to me, especially if he's already getting exercise at home. I would talk to your vet about this to make sure. If you do continue to take him for runs I would bring water (and a small tupperware or collapsible bowl) and some nutri cal with you, just incase. I don't think they sell body carries for puppies? But the bouncing from the running might not be comfortable for him. |
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Yorkies, love excercise....however, it should be age appropriate.....small young puppies, such as yours, does not have all his innoculations and is not on heartworm meds.....wait until he does, then slowly work up to it.....increasing his activity as his body can regulate sugar balance. I have recently placed a couple of puppies that were born last August. Both new families, are active hikers, the waited until their dogs were of the right age and had their knees, hips and feet checked to make sure they were up to it.....Both now love hiking. One loves just hiking around a lake that is a 2 mile walk. The other loves hiking with his new mom through the hills of Southern California; she takes a doggie backpack with her just in case he gets tired. The other thing they have made sure of is that both boys are flea and tick medicated. |
There are a lot of people who run with their dogs. You must only be mindful that they want to please you, and WILL overexert themselves to do so. Make sure you have water and a bit of nutrical for him/her. It may interrupt your "stride", but will need to be done for safety. It also makes a difference if you have a 5 pounder, or a more "substantial" furbaby - bigger ones being more, um, suitable. As far as a means to carry the pup, yes: there are carriers like backwards back-packs that you wear across your chest, just like a baby. You're lucky to have a pup that matches your hobbies. Mine match mine, too: they like to play fetch while I sit on the couch and toss balls down the hallway for them :D Just be mindful of the pup's "training", not to overtax his tiny system. I don't think he'll ever be able to do the Boston Marathon with you (except in the pouch, maybe!), but shorter runs should be OK. |
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Very short daily walks are sufficient at this point, if he is healthy and has the appropriate innoculations If you are a LDR and do long runs and want him with you when he gets older and fully developed, look into a doggy stroller, that is made specifically for running, similar to the strollers runners use for their skin babies. I have one and it is a wonderful. That way, he can run for very short distances with you when he is fully grown, and you can put him in the stroller for a majority of your run! Its a win win. Puppies and dogs will run, exercise, play to exhaustion or worse, death. They do not know and can not always give signs that they need to stop. It is up to us to determine what is safe distance and output for them, thats why it is critical to talk to your vet about his needs as a growing puppy. An easy mile run for us, is a long long distance for a small dog. |
Also, be mindful of the temperature: they're a lot closer to the ground and reflected heat. Also, the little pads on their feet (while they'll get tougher), don't have the same protection your feet have. So, if you can't walk barefoot because it's too hot, then he should be running in grass. I didn't realize he's a puppy, an infant (so to speak). Then running is something to be in his future, not now. |
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He looked thunderstruck - he had never even considered it. He thanked me, then the dog went into the backseat with the door open. He was willing to "sit" there ;) Our charges are very close to the ground. The reflected heat is murderous there ... |
So what age is a good age for yorkies to start running with you? We take Derby to the dog park and that guy runs around like a maniac for 2 hours give or take. I'm talking a big park too where there are hills he runs up and down, and across. He never stops! He's 9 months now, and 12 pounds. Is that appropriate? |
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These little guys and their zoomies - it's a joy to watch. |
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I would wait until he was developed, and then not push it. I never ran with ours, but she did go one 3 mile walks when she was younger. Now she walks a block, gets carried a block, walks, etc. I used to run with the big dog until last year, but I also waited until he was fully grown and developed. He could go all day. Now he just gets a 3 mile walk. |
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Oh! he's at the informative time and the fear fact age; introduce nothing that is out of the ordinary during his 8, 12, 16 and 24 weeks... |
I go to the vet in a few weeks to get his last set of shots so ill ask them. Thank-you everyone. |
Natnatt, you've been told over and over again that 10 weeks is too soon to take him outside. Puppies can't be fully immunized until they are 18-20 weeks old. Since DJ's mother died, he probably didn't receive maternal antibodies the way a normal puppy does. DJ is at a very high risk for deadly puppy diseases, especially parvo which lives on surfaces for months. His vaccinations were given too soon, too. I can't figure out if you just don't listen, don't care, or want to get a reaction from us. :confused: |
You have to wait until there growth plates are closed before requiring any stressfull physical performance from them, or you will cause permanent orthopedic injury to his bones, and he will be crippled for life. |
I have read but not commented on any of your previous posts. I tend to stay out of controversy and keep my opinions to myself. However, I can't stay quiet about this one. Please do not take your puppy outside until after you speak to the vet. When I was a young kid, my family had one puppy die of parvo and one die of distemper. It can/will happen if you aren't careful. Why do you think puppies need so many vaccinations against these diseases? I know a lot of us on here tend to be a little overprotective of our little ones but this isn't being overprotective... it's just being smart. You are literally risking this babies life every time you take him outside or out in public. If you truly love this adorable puppy... you will listen to what has been said by everyone. |
Like I stated on your other post - this baby is still too young. He does not have all his shots and can get a virus just being out with other dogs. I never let mine out till they have all their series for vaccines. I was a vet tech. Please be careful. He is not a kid, but a small baby puppy. Also have you ever heard of shaken baby symdrome - with you running with him - I assume in a pouch or sling on you - he is getting jerked around. Not good for his head and neck area. You should not be doing this yet with him till he is a lot older. If you are haiving him run with you on the ground - not wise. He can get so many viruses picked up this way. I tried to tell you this in the last post. I know you are in your young 20s - but we are not trying to be bossy to you. Just trying to help. Slow down with him and be very cautious. You probably need to read up on baby puppy care. I am not saying this to mean, just trying to help you and protect your pup. Thanks for understanding. |
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In addition, Florida has a high degree of Canine Influenza.....I know around Christmas time I received a call from a lady describing symptoms her yorkie had. She had taken him out for a walk at a dog park, within 3 days he had diarreah and vomiting.....he had contracted a virus.....This 2 year old 3 pound baby was sick for over a month, almost didn't make it. Why subject a new puppy to outside enviornments, you're only asking for trouble.... You wouldn't change a human infant on the floor in a public restroom....why would someone take a infant puppy and place them on public grounds.... |
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Natt - I posted to you in one of your other threads and want to say it again - you're expecting way too much too soon with this very young tiny puppy.... slow down and enjoy him while he's still a baby - the good and the bad. You may 'want' to do certain things or expect him to be what you had envisioned in a puppy ....but don't get too far ahead of yourself- many people helped you before you got him and you should already know what's good for him and what isn't. It's not about what you want - it's about taking care of him the right way and sometimes that means not doing something even though you may think it's 'fun' like topknot said - those of us that are replying to you are trying to help your puppy so please take it as intended... |
I heard everyone of u saying not to bring him outside but last time I was at the vet and they said it was perfectly fine. So to be honest im going to listen to the vet over u all. Like I said ill ask my vet if its ok he runs with me :) thanks everyone |
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If you believe your vet over anyone else, then by all means call your vet and waste their time. |
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