Start Sharing Sports with your Pet
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Media release: 20 March, 2012
Start Sharing Sports with your Pet
VetShopAustralia.com.au’s Surfing Dog Spectacular was a triumphant Australian first and in light of its success Managing Director and in-house Vet, Dr Mark Perissinotto suggests all pet owners start sharing a sport with their pet.
“Every opportunity to spend time with their owners is a fun experience for pets. Whether that is getting wet at the beach or going for a walk, the bond between pet and owner is strengthened by spending time together.”
“That’s why VetShopAustralia suggests owners begin sharing a sport with their pet. The Surf Dog Spectacular proved that pets love to participate in activities with their owners, regardless of the nature of the game – even catching a wave in the surf,” he said.
The holidays are fast approaching and many of us, our pets included, overindulge in treats over Easter. By making shared sport sessions routine, pets and owners alike can proactively ensure they stay fit over the yummy season.
“Owners who begin sharing a sport with their pet now could use the Easter break as a deadline for showcasing their pet’s newfound skills, as they celebrate with family,” Dr Perissinotto said.
“If many owners and their pets take VetShopAustralia up on the suggestion, we may see a resurgence of surfing dogs and similar sporting pet spectacular events to follow.”
Exercise is a necessity for the good health of people and pets so Dr Mark recommends owners take advantage by exercising together to spend quality time with their furry best friend.
“Now that we’re well into autumn, the moderate temperatures keep pets and owners comfortable when exercising and the risks of overheating or dehydrating, as faced in the summer months, are essentially eliminated,” Dr Perissinotto said.
“Having a companion may be the key motivating factor you need to take on a new activity. It’s an opportune time to start a sport regime so get your pets involved,” he said.
Ideas for getting active with your pet include playing fetch, Frisbee, going for daily jogs or bike riding while your dog accompanies you on their lead. Or for those keen to try something unconventional; introduce your pet to water sports by first teaching them how to balance on a surf ski in calm water, such as a river. As you both gain confidence move on to small waves in the surf.
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Further information
Media Contact: Jemma Lenton 07 5453 4840
Jemma.lenton@vetshoponline.com
Address: 5/42 Owen Creek RD. Forest Glen QLD
Go to the Dr Mark bio page for more information about Dr Mark Perissinotto.