Exercise is important for everyone!

I've always tried to do what it takes to keep my dogs healthy, and that includes controlling their diets and making sure they get enough exercise. The last time we were at the vet, Buster was the perfect weight.

But I just noticed…I think B is getting fat! I was petting him today and it seems like he’s getting a bit thick around the middle. For the last two weeks, I’ve been sitting on my butt because of the snow and being sick. When I sit on my butt, so does B. Normally, we walk a lot, which we both love. But recently the extent of his exercise has been to go outside, do his business, and come back in. To make sure he won't run off (as terriers are prone to do), he usually gets a doggie treat every time he comes back in (just goes to show you, it's not just people who are addicted to food). Well, several extra doggie treats a day and not much exercise add up on a small dog.

I absolutely hate being sick (the only good thing is that I can’t taste anything so I haven’t been eating much). But I’ve been feeling better today, so I’m contemplating taking B for a good walk tomorrow. My husband says I should wait another few days before I start running around outside in the cold, and there is some wisdom there. I sure don't want to have another relapse like I did this time, but I’d really like to get back into exercising. We’ll see…