Prospective observational intervention study examines owner education effects on canine exercise adherence and outcomes.
PURPOSE: This study examined the effects of a structured dog fitness education program for owners on exercise adherence and the association between exercise adherence and the changes in activity level and pain-related outcomes in dogs.METHODS: A prospective observational intervention study was conducted with 28 owner-dog pairs recruited from an animal rehabilitation center.All owners participated in a standardized six-week dog fitness education program consisting of weekly 60-minute sessions combining theoretical instruction and practical training.The owner exercise adherence was assessed using a modified Exercise
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