Many stress-related problems can be reduced or eliminated when your pet starts getting enough exercise. All pets, like human beings, need exercise on a daily basis. A sedentary animal is more likely to suffer from stress as well as physical problems such as obesity and poor cardiovascular health.
It is not natural for any animal to be confined in a house or small cage all day. An exercise period, outdoors for outdoor dogs and cats, and indoors for birds and indoor cats is mandatory for their good health. Exercise can dramatically reduce stress levels by increasing the levels of endorphins and other relaxing hormones in your pet's bloodstream. Taking your dog for a walk, throwing a stick or a ball, playing with your cat indoors with a feather play toy, and letting your bird out of a cage are all great ways to provide exercise opportunities for your pets.
Besides reducing stress, exercise improves your pet's cardiovascular, immune, and digestive systems as well as his appetite and sleep habits. Providing regular exercise is the most beneficial thing you can for your pet.
You can learn more about exercise for your type of pet in the appropriate sections of this web site.
