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Dogs, just like us, eventually reach adulthood and for the most part that means that the dogs of training, adjusting, socializing and more training have ceased. Yes you may have to go back now and again but by and large the training has come to an end.

Now that the dog is fully grown up you will begin to really appreciate his companionship and all the friendship he offers. Now that he has reached adulthood you might even find him useful around the house, no longer do you have to babysit him anymore! It is the stage in your dong’s life where, if the situation allows for it, he can walk alongside you without the need for the lead, it’s a time when if you are out washing the car he’ll just sit and watch and not want to ‘help!’

It might be tempting to think, ‘no more training,’ but that would be wrong. A good formula for keeping your dog’s body healthy in mind and body is to have two or three training sessions per week. We are not talking about intensive training here, nor are we talking about long drawn out sessions, we’re talking about ten to fifteen minutes, you don’t even have to teach him new things just go over the old faithfuls by having hime practise and improve the skills he already has.

There are several benefits to continue training your adult dog on a regular basis.

1. Regular training keeps his mind alert and active.
2. It keeps his body strong and in shape.
3. It serves as refresher courses to different commands and tricks that he had already acquired.
4. It keeps him aware of the rules that you have enforced for him.
5. It prevents boredom.
6. It develops great team work between you and him.
7. And best of all, it will deepen the bond that the two of you have together. If he remains active throughout the whole aspect of his life (physical, mental, social), then he will continue to play an active role in your life, be a team player, and be able to share wonderful times together.

As a pup your dogs physical needs may seem to have been never ending. However, once he has passed the adolescent stage and reaches adulthood you will begin to notice that his physical needs will not change significantly.

As an adult dog, the amount of exercise that his body requires will depend on his size, breed, and personality type. Continue with the regular walks and occasional runs. A game of ball should also be on your list, as well as swimming if your dog likes being in the water. If you have a large and/or energetic dog, you may have to do more than those listed above. If you have a small and/or less active dog, you will still need to give him exercise. You just have to tame it down, depending on his level of endurance.

Tags: dog breeds, dog training, essential dog training

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