Home exercises can help manage pain for some dogs. Micheal Petty, DVM, reminds pet owners be sure their dogs get accurate diagnoses and to discuss home exercises for dogs with their veterinarian before beginning an exercise regimen. Veterinary teams will find this information good for a team discussion. Also consider using article reprints as handouts or as a link on blogs.
Source: Bark, May 10, 2016.
All dogs in every stage of life need to maintain their strength. Even dogs with physical limitations brought on by surgery, pain or old age require exercise for health, strength and maintenance of normal body functions. To carry out a successful exercise program pet caregivers must be committed to finding the time and patience to work with their dog. In addition, the caregiver must take the time to understand the precautions that go with the individual exercises and the start-up of any strengthening and conditioning program.