English Bull Terriers are very active dogs that need daily exercise to channel their energy and avoid behavior problems. Among the different exercises that your dog can do, we find everything from games to sports with the owner, so that you can share your time with him and create a stronger bond.
If you choose to do high-impact sports with him, such as jogging or cycling, remember to monitor his he alth and pads to avoid illness. Also, always carry fresh water with you and do not force the dog to exercise if he does not want to or is already very tired. Keep reading this article on our site to find out what kind of exercise for an English bull terrier helps them release energy and grow he althy.
Games that exercise your English bull terrier
To start with, a good option is to take it to a wide open space where you can drop it and play with it. Dogs love to play fetch, so you can take a ball or Frisbee and toss him to make him run after him. However, remember that tennis balls are not recommended, as they sand your teeth.
This type of games for the English bull terrier is a good opportunity to teach him to fetch objects as well as to teach him to drop objects, this way you will learn receiving mental stimulation, have fun and exercise at the same time.
Canicross - High impact exercise
Canicross simply consists of going for a run with your dog. For a dog as active as the bull terrier, canicross is a perfect option to release energy, avoid obesity and strengthen its muscles. The dog must be on a leash around the owner's waist with a special harness, so that the dog's speed can be controlled and jerks avoided.
Before starting this type of high-impact exercise for English bull terriers, it is necessary your dog is older than one year and that the veterinarian gives his consent after doing a he alth check. In addition, there are canicross competitions, so you can train your English bull terrier until you reach a sufficient level to participate in this type of race.
Cycling - Active exercise and coordination
If your dog is properly trained in basic obedience, riding a bike is perfect exercise for an English Bull Terrier. As with canicross, this type of exercise is considered high-impact, so the dog must be in perfect physical condition and start slowly. To be comfortable and safe, it is recommended to use a rigid strap that adapts to the bicycle, especially for doing this sport with your dog.
The bull terrier will burn a lot of energy when riding a bike, but you must bear in mind that in this sport the dog must do much more effort than you, since when pedaling you make less effort than the dog makes running. You should keep a close eye on his condition and pedal at a speed that he feels comfortable with, can keep up with you, and isn't dangerous to his he alth.
If you are interested in starting cycling with your bull terrier, on our site you will find some tips for walking your dog on a bike.
Agility - Exercise and mental stimulation
This type of exercise for English bull terriers is a little less active than the previous ones, but just as fun and in which the dog can let off steam and learn at the same time. It is an obstacle course that includes fences to jump over, catwalks to cross or tunnels to go through, among others. It is a perfect exercise for an English bull terrier that will also stimulate his mind.
To carry out this type of exercise, your dog must know basic obedience, since you will be the one to mark the path that he must follow. It is a type of safe exercise and that all bull terriers can do, regardless of their age or physiognomy, since you will be the one who sets the pace. Also, you can take your bull terrier to an agility field where there are more dogs and, while he gets exercise, he can socialize with other dogs.
