Posted: 6/8/2015 4:50:08 PM EDT
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My GSD finally quit bleeding from her heat cycle so I took her to the dog park to burn off a couple weeks of energy
Anyways, it was probably 70 degrees outside and we were the only ones there We played fetch with the chuckit After about 20 minutes I made her stop and take a break, she clearly would have gone on indefinitely She was panting but didnt seem to need to stop As this is my first PCP smoking dog, how much can I run her? We stayed for about 90 minutes and she probably ran 60 minutes of that time. By the time we got home you would never have known she had left the house. Bouncing off the walls and going crazy |
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Quoted: My GSD finally quit bleeding from her heat cycle so I took her to the dog park to burn off a couple weeks of energy Anyways, it was probably 70 degrees outside and we were the only ones there We played fetch with the chuckit After about 20 minutes I made her stop and take a break, she clearly would have gone on indefinitely She was panting but didnt seem to need to stop As this is my first PCP smoking dog, how much can I run her? We stayed for about 90 minutes and she probably ran 60 minutes of that time. By the time we got home you would never have known she had left the house. Bouncing off the walls and going crazy as you might know, during the major sled dog races, the top team's dogs run 5 back-to-back marathons while pulling weight, and then do it again. I recall a documentary about a russian fur trapper, and he travels back to his home village driving his snowmobile 10 hours straight down a frozen river...with his faithful dog running along behind. In good health and once conditioned, a GSD should be able to 'be exercised' for hours up hours, the real risk is overheating as dogs can only pant not sweat to shed excess heat and panting isn't very effective. edit to add Obviously you can't pull a dog out of the pound or whatever and expect him to be in top physical shape, so it takes some conditioning, but 90 minutes of exercise isn't close to pushing your dog's boundaries. I'd not take her on any 30 mile jaunts just yet but she should be good for 3 hours of exercise before I'd worry about pushing her too far...again this is assuming overheating isn't an issue. |
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as you might know, during the major sled dog races, the top team's dogs run 5 back-to-back marathons while pulling weight, and then do it again. I recall a documentary about a russian fur trapper, and he travels back to his home village driving his snowmobile 10 hours straight down a frozen river...with his faithful dog running along behind. In good health and once conditioned, a GSD should be able to 'be exercised' for hours up hours, the real risk is overheating as dogs can only pant not sweat to shed excess heat and panting isn't very effective. edit to add Obviously you can't pull a dog out of the pound or whatever and expect him to be in top physical shape, so it takes some conditioning, but 90 minutes of exercise isn't close to pushing your dog's boundaries. I'd not take her on any 30 mile jaunts just yet but she should be good for 3 hours of exercise before I'd worry about pushing her too far...again this is assuming overheating isn't an issue. Quoted:
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My GSD finally quit bleeding from her heat cycle so I took her to the dog park to burn off a couple weeks of energy Anyways, it was probably 70 degrees outside and we were the only ones there We played fetch with the chuckit After about 20 minutes I made her stop and take a break, she clearly would have gone on indefinitely She was panting but didnt seem to need to stop As this is my first PCP smoking dog, how much can I run her? We stayed for about 90 minutes and she probably ran 60 minutes of that time. By the time we got home you would never have known she had left the house. Bouncing off the walls and going crazy as you might know, during the major sled dog races, the top team's dogs run 5 back-to-back marathons while pulling weight, and then do it again. I recall a documentary about a russian fur trapper, and he travels back to his home village driving his snowmobile 10 hours straight down a frozen river...with his faithful dog running along behind. In good health and once conditioned, a GSD should be able to 'be exercised' for hours up hours, the real risk is overheating as dogs can only pant not sweat to shed excess heat and panting isn't very effective. edit to add Obviously you can't pull a dog out of the pound or whatever and expect him to be in top physical shape, so it takes some conditioning, but 90 minutes of exercise isn't close to pushing your dog's boundaries. I'd not take her on any 30 mile jaunts just yet but she should be good for 3 hours of exercise before I'd worry about pushing her too far...again this is assuming overheating isn't an issue. I would like to add on to what akodo said and correct the "dogs don't sweat" statement. Dogs who overheat will actually sweat through their paws and it will be noticeable. So if your dog is leaving wet paw prints behind him, that should be an alarming sign. Other than that, akodo is spot on. Dogs have high stamina and endurance. The real issue will be overheating. Know the signs for it and you should be fine. |
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as you might know, during the major sled dog races, the top team's dogs run 5 back-to-back marathons while pulling weight, and then do it again. I recall a documentary about a russian fur trapper, and he travels back to his home village driving his snowmobile 10 hours straight down a frozen river...with his faithful dog running along behind. In good health and once conditioned, a GSD should be able to 'be exercised' for hours up hours, the real risk is overheating as dogs can only pant not sweat to shed excess heat and panting isn't very effective. edit to add Obviously you can't pull a dog out of the pound or whatever and expect him to be in top physical shape, so it takes some conditioning, but 90 minutes of exercise isn't close to pushing your dog's boundaries. I'd not take her on any 30 mile jaunts just yet but she should be good for 3 hours of exercise before I'd worry about pushing her too far...again this is assuming overheating isn't an issue. Quoted:
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My GSD finally quit bleeding from her heat cycle so I took her to the dog park to burn off a couple weeks of energy Anyways, it was probably 70 degrees outside and we were the only ones there We played fetch with the chuckit After about 20 minutes I made her stop and take a break, she clearly would have gone on indefinitely She was panting but didnt seem to need to stop As this is my first PCP smoking dog, how much can I run her? We stayed for about 90 minutes and she probably ran 60 minutes of that time. By the time we got home you would never have known she had left the house. Bouncing off the walls and going crazy as you might know, during the major sled dog races, the top team's dogs run 5 back-to-back marathons while pulling weight, and then do it again. I recall a documentary about a russian fur trapper, and he travels back to his home village driving his snowmobile 10 hours straight down a frozen river...with his faithful dog running along behind. In good health and once conditioned, a GSD should be able to 'be exercised' for hours up hours, the real risk is overheating as dogs can only pant not sweat to shed excess heat and panting isn't very effective. edit to add Obviously you can't pull a dog out of the pound or whatever and expect him to be in top physical shape, so it takes some conditioning, but 90 minutes of exercise isn't close to pushing your dog's boundaries. I'd not take her on any 30 mile jaunts just yet but she should be good for 3 hours of exercise before I'd worry about pushing her too far...again this is assuming overheating isn't an issue. Thank you The over heating/exertion in heat was my biggest concern |
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I would like to add on to what akodo said and correct the "dogs don't sweat" statement. Dogs who overheat will actually sweat through their paws and it will be noticeable. So if your dog is leaving wet paw prints behind him, that should be an alarming sign. Other than that, akodo is spot on. Dogs have high stamina and endurance. The real issue will be overheating. Know the signs for it and you should be fine. Quoted:
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My GSD finally quit bleeding from her heat cycle so I took her to the dog park to burn off a couple weeks of energy Anyways, it was probably 70 degrees outside and we were the only ones there We played fetch with the chuckit After about 20 minutes I made her stop and take a break, she clearly would have gone on indefinitely She was panting but didnt seem to need to stop As this is my first PCP smoking dog, how much can I run her? We stayed for about 90 minutes and she probably ran 60 minutes of that time. By the time we got home you would never have known she had left the house. Bouncing off the walls and going crazy as you might know, during the major sled dog races, the top team's dogs run 5 back-to-back marathons while pulling weight, and then do it again. I recall a documentary about a russian fur trapper, and he travels back to his home village driving his snowmobile 10 hours straight down a frozen river...with his faithful dog running along behind. In good health and once conditioned, a GSD should be able to 'be exercised' for hours up hours, the real risk is overheating as dogs can only pant not sweat to shed excess heat and panting isn't very effective. edit to add Obviously you can't pull a dog out of the pound or whatever and expect him to be in top physical shape, so it takes some conditioning, but 90 minutes of exercise isn't close to pushing your dog's boundaries. I'd not take her on any 30 mile jaunts just yet but she should be good for 3 hours of exercise before I'd worry about pushing her too far...again this is assuming overheating isn't an issue. I would like to add on to what akodo said and correct the "dogs don't sweat" statement. Dogs who overheat will actually sweat through their paws and it will be noticeable. So if your dog is leaving wet paw prints behind him, that should be an alarming sign. Other than that, akodo is spot on. Dogs have high stamina and endurance. The real issue will be overheating. Know the signs for it and you should be fine. What are the signs I should keep an eye out for |
The panting should be regulated not like they cant breath and are heaving. 
I always splash water and rub it on the head, ears, and chest. My Mal is a nut but she knows when its too much and will find shade as long as we aren't working. But if she has her vest on she doesn't stop and that's when I have to check on her and keep her hydrated. |
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The panting should be regulated not like they cant breath and are heaving.
I always splash water and rub it on the head, ears, and chest. My Mal is a nut but she knows when its too much and will find shade as long as we aren't working. But if she has her vest on she doesn't stop and that's when I have to check on her and keep her hydrated. Thanks! |
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My GSD finally quit bleeding from her heat cycle so I took her to the dog park to burn off a couple weeks of energy Anyways, it was probably 70 degrees outside and we were the only ones there We played fetch with the chuckit After about 20 minutes I made her stop and take a break, she clearly would have gone on indefinitely She was panting but didnt seem to need to stop As this is my first PCP smoking dog, how much can I run her? We stayed for about 90 minutes and she probably ran 60 minutes of that time. By the time we got home you would never have known she had left the house. Bouncing off the walls and going crazy as you might know, during the major sled dog races, the top team's dogs run 5 back-to-back marathons while pulling weight, and then do it again. I recall a documentary about a russian fur trapper, and he travels back to his home village driving his snowmobile 10 hours straight down a frozen river...with his faithful dog running along behind. In good health and once conditioned, a GSD should be able to 'be exercised' for hours up hours, the real risk is overheating as dogs can only pant not sweat to shed excess heat and panting isn't very effective. edit to add Obviously you can't pull a dog out of the pound or whatever and expect him to be in top physical shape, so it takes some conditioning, but 90 minutes of exercise isn't close to pushing your dog's boundaries. I'd not take her on any 30 mile jaunts just yet but she should be good for 3 hours of exercise before I'd worry about pushing her too far...again this is assuming overheating isn't an issue. I would like to add on to what akodo said and correct the "dogs don't sweat" statement. Dogs who overheat will actually sweat through their paws and it will be noticeable. So if your dog is leaving wet paw prints behind him, that should be an alarming sign. Other than that, akodo is spot on. Dogs have high stamina and endurance. The real issue will be overheating. Know the signs for it and you should be fine. What are the signs I should keep an eye out for Straight from the American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation: "Overheated dogs can suffer heat exhaustion, heat stroke or sudden death from cardiac arrhythmias. Panting, followed by disorientation and fast, noisy breathing could signal overheating. Other possible signs: Collapsing or convulsing, bright red or blue gums, vomiting and diarrhea. Since field dogs are unlikely to stop hunting or retrieving when they become dangerously hot, owners should watch their dog closely for overheating signs. If you suspect your field dog or other dogs are overheated, wet him with cool tap water before heading to the veterinarian. Let the office know you’re on the way, so a team can be prepared to act quickly." Signs of heatstroke include: Increased heart rate Excessive panting Increased salivation Bright red tongue Red or pale gums Thick, sticky saliva Depression Weakness Dizziness Vomiting (sometimes with blood) Diarrhea As heatstroke progresses, it can cause seizures, coma, cardiac arrest, and death. |
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Aside from maybe a short coat and dumping/sitting in water, what else can be done to help cool them off? I've actually invested in getting my dog a kiddie pool and it's helped. Of course that's really the equivalent of dumping/sitting them in water. Other than that there isn't much else you can do but keep them hydrated and look for signs of overheating. If you notice your dog is dehydrated I've heard plenty of people freezing ice cubes of chicken broth. Helps give them nutrients while also being a cold treat. I've actually come across something new at my local Petco. It's a cooling gel mat for pets. You can look it up if you like. It's also best to walk/exercise/play with your dog in the early morning or late in the day. |
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I have a GSP about 3 years old this coming Feb. He can and will run for HOURS outside on his own jumping literally over my lawn furniture and from time to time the whole table. He has yet to jump over the fence but he could easily clear it if he wanted to. Let him/her run just make sure they have ample water supply. NOT COLD WATER THOUGH!!!! it will dehydrate them and make them puke. Learned that the hard way! Bring body temp water or just warm water. My dog has ran along side me for miles at a time (I run ultra marathons and fulls marathons). Longest run i took him on was 8. After a 15 min cool car ride back to the house he wanted to go back outside.
I also feed him quality food as well. PS First German Shorthair Pointer in the family and he has been the most loyal dog to me and my family ever. I walk him without a leash and he stays with me or about 10 feet in front of me and constantly check to see if we are still there. |
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My GSD finally quit bleeding from her heat cycle so I took her to the dog park to burn off a couple weeks of energy Depending on the particular dog - It can take a week (or two) AFTER they stop bleeding before they are actually 'safe' to have around male dogs... And it can take even longer for them to not be 'noticed and/or harassed' by male dogs in the area... The last heat cycle MY dogs went through here recently was 'noticed' by the male dog in a business next door to one my girls frequently work at a good two to three weeks BEFORE they showed ANY visible signs at all and he remained nuts for a good three weeks after they finished up... Towards the very start of their cycle - That dogs owner kept asking day after day if my girls were in heat (because his male was going nuts) and every time he would say something about it - I would check for any 'visible' signs and have to tell him no.
I am NOT a Vet but perhaps one of our members that IS can better explain all of this to you (and others). 
Absolute best of luck to you sir and your pup.
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Depending on the particular dog - It can take a week (or two) AFTER they stop bleeding before they are actually 'safe' to have around male dogs... And it can take even longer for them to not be 'noticed and/or harassed' by male dogs in the area... The last heat cycle MY dogs went through here recently was 'noticed' by the male dog in a business next door to one my girls frequently work at a good two to three weeks BEFORE they showed ANY visible signs at all and he remained nuts for a good three weeks after they finished up... Towards the very start of their cycle - That dogs owner kept asking day after day if my girls were in heat (because his male was going nuts) and every time he would say something about it - I would check for any 'visible' signs and have to tell him no.
I am NOT a Vet but perhaps one of our members that IS can better explain all of this to you (and others).
Absolute best of luck to you sir and your pup.
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My GSD finally quit bleeding from her heat cycle so I took her to the dog park to burn off a couple weeks of energy Depending on the particular dog - It can take a week (or two) AFTER they stop bleeding before they are actually 'safe' to have around male dogs... And it can take even longer for them to not be 'noticed and/or harassed' by male dogs in the area... The last heat cycle MY dogs went through here recently was 'noticed' by the male dog in a business next door to one my girls frequently work at a good two to three weeks BEFORE they showed ANY visible signs at all and he remained nuts for a good three weeks after they finished up... Towards the very start of their cycle - That dogs owner kept asking day after day if my girls were in heat (because his male was going nuts) and every time he would say something about it - I would check for any 'visible' signs and have to tell him no.
I am NOT a Vet but perhaps one of our members that IS can better explain all of this to you (and others).
Absolute best of luck to you sir and your pup.
Thanks, I should have mentioned that I knew that and we went to one of the unused, fenced dog parks My plan had been to leave should another dog show up |