Let’s Get Physical: Exercise Intolerance in Pets
Many pet owners enjoy their four-legged companion’s company on long hikes or during their morning run especially as the weather improves in the spring and summer months. However, our pets are natural people pleasers and cannot always communicate to their owners that they are tired or unable to complete a long hike. Pets who are out of shape or overweight may have limited energy and be unable to exercise for prolonged periods whereas other pets who become fatigued easily may be sending a warning of an underlying illness. Our Animal Emergency Care team wants to ensure your pets are healthy enough to enjoy hikes with their favorite humans. We describe exercise intolerance causes, signs, treatment, and prevention.
