Training in Balance & Coordination gives your dog more feeling of his own body. Balance exercises are a great option to keep any dog in shape and improves core strength. They also improve coordination and reflexes, increase range of motion, improve focus and concentration, and boost confidence.
Beginners balance exercises involve standing, weight shifting and rocking from side to side on unstable surfaces, advancing to sit to stand and down to stand on unstable surfaces. Because it is an unstable surface, your dog’s body will automatically react to the surface in order to remain stable. This causes different muscles to engage as the dog works to remain balanced. Trusting the owner and concentration during the exercises become the basis for co-operation.
We suggest that dogs with any sort of physical issue see a dog physiotherapist first. Together we will decide which exercises are best for your dog.
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