Exercising With A Dog And Curing A Gerbil’s Self Destructive Behavior
http://wamuanimalhouse.org/shows/2012-08-04/exercising-dog-and-curing-gerbil%E2%80%99s-self-destructive-behavior
Dr. Gary Weitzman encounters a fitness enthusiast who wants a dog for an exercise companion. A gerbil’s caretaker is worried about the animal’s compulsive mutilation of its own body.
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I have a 5-year-old mixed breed dog that can absolutely handle long distance runs that would be perfect for this guest. She runs twice a day on a 4.5 mile route each time, and loves it, with plenty of energy left over to chase squirrels. She also regularly goes on 12 mile hikes and does fine. We've just learned that she is a mix of: 1/4 German Shepherd, 1/4 poodle, 1/4 coon hound (which she most physically resembles), and a 1/4 mixed bag of several other breeds. She's a bit slower now than when she was 3, but still has tons of energy.