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Old 05-07-2008, 06:51 AM
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Hello,
At what age can I start teaching my GSD the Jump command
without putting exscess stress on her bones and joints?
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Old 05-08-2008, 09:14 AM
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Hi there

I would wait till at least 12 or 14 months old. Until that age work on low inpact exercise like swimming as this creates muscle mass to support joints without the high impact contact

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