Pet Exercise Yard

Large Breed Dogs That Make Great Family Pets

There are many breeds of large loveable dogs that make wonderful family pets. They are not well suited for small homes, apartment or condominiums, as they require more space to roam and exercise. A large home with a big backyard or country living is ideal. Large dogs are often very social and great with older children. These loveable monsters can knock over smaller children accidentally. Make sure that whatever breed of large dog you might consider, always learn as much about the breed as possible. Anybody that chooses a large dog should be prepared to train it well, to prevent injury to others, teach them manners and socialize there pet. When a small dog jumps up to greet your, it is far different from a sixty-pound dog. Also, remember that dogs are social animals and want to live with the family, not outside by themselves. Your dog will need a lot of exercise so if you are a couch potato, you may find a toy breed of dog more suitable for your lifestyle. Bored dogs can develop some bad habits and destructive behavior so exercise, long walks and playing are a necessity.

Large dogs eat more so cost more to feed. You must supply your dog with a high quality food, balanced specifically for larger breed dogs and the same for large breed puppies. Large breed dogs are usually much rougher on their toys, so make sure any you purchase are durable, big and sturdy.

Some people have referred to Afghan Hounds temperament as cat like because they love to be petted and then go and lay down for a nap. Terrific with children of all ages, they love to clown around and show off. These loyal, gentle and kind dogs are extremely loyal to their human family. Afghan hounds have a wonderful, long, luxurious coat but do require frequent grooming. Approximately 27 inches high, their average lifespan is around thirteen years.

The intelligent German shepherds are great with older children when raised with them. Training and early socialization is necessary, along with a large fenced yard for exercise. Extremely intelligent, these large dogs are very loyal.

English setters make wonderful family pets that are great with children. They are very gentle but let you know when a stranger knocks on the door. Be prepared to spend time brushing them a few times a week and trimming every six or eight weeks. They require well-fenced, large yard.

Saint Bernard's are great big loveable family dogs. Although they have a deep bark, they are not good watchdogs. They require a large yard to exercise. There are two varieties, which are the shorthaired and longhaired. Both require weekly grooming to control their shedding. Because of their weight and large size, Saint Bernhard's are prone to hip dysplasia. Their life expectancy is around eight or nine years.

The Newfoundland is a great big cuddly bear of a dog, good with children and very protective. Because of their calm, tolerant nature, they made wonderful family pets. As with most of the large breed of dog, a secure fenced yard is necessary. Because they do shed, brush them a couple times a week.

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Precision Pet Play Yard Sunshade $15.99 The Precision Pet(R) Play Yard Sunshade works with any Precision Pet Exercise Pen to ensure your dog stays cool under the shade on those hot days when the suns beating down. An essential add on for hot days. Simply attached to the top of exercise panels. Item Specifications: Color: Navy

The Exercise Yard, or the Convict Prison, c.1890 $34.99 Vincent van Gogh The Exercise Yard, or the Convict Prison, c.1890 - Giclee Print

Precision Pet Silver Exercise Pen with Door 36in $83.99 The Precision Pet(R) Silver Deluxe Exercise Play Yard with Easy Access Door is a top-in-the line play yard and exercise pen intended to keep you dog away and safe from danger, giving them a "yard" of their own. Featuring no exposed screws, wires and pins to ensure you dog is safe while offering plenty of space for fun and relaxation. The Precision Pet(R) Silver Deluxe Exercise Play Pen is built for durability with eight, 2 ft. wide panels coated with zinc electroplate finish for added durability and be configured in numerous ways. Features: Eight, 2 ft. wide panels totaling 16 ft. in length Coated with zinc electroplate finish Premium welding featuring no exposed screws, wires, or pins to injure you dog Folds Directly into Itself, Taking Up Minimal Space, Consuming Less Time in the Setup and Take-down Processes Easily Connects with Other Pens with Bolt Snaps Includes a 3-point Locking Door on All Sizes Has an Easy Carry Handle for Transporting Keeps Pets Away from Danger and Gives Them a "Yard" of Their Own Provides Breathing Room and Visibility for Your Pet Offers an Easy Way to Manage Your Pet Regardless of Your Surroundings Easy to Transport Easy to Set Up, Take Down and Store Item Specifications: Small: 24" High Medium: 30" High Medium/Large: 36" High Large: 42" High XLarge: 48" High

Precision Pet Silver Exercise Pen with Door 24in $59.99 The Precision Pet(R) Silver Deluxe Exercise Play Yard with Easy Access Door is a top-in-the line play yard and exercise pen intended to keep you dog away and safe from danger, giving them a "yard" of their own. Featuring no exposed screws, wires and pins to ensure you dog is safe while offering plenty of space for fun and relaxation. The Precision Pet(R) Silver Deluxe Exercise Play Pen is built for durability with eight, 2 ft. wide panels coated with zinc electroplate finish for added durability and be configured in numerous ways. Features: Eight, 2 ft. wide panels totaling 16 ft. in length Coated with zinc electroplate finish Premium welding featuring no exposed screws, wires, or pins to injure you dog Folds Directly into Itself, Taking Up Minimal Space, Consuming Less Time in the Setup and Take-down Processes Easily Connects with Other Pens with Bolt Snaps Includes a 3-point Locking Door on All Sizes Has an Easy Carry Handle for Transporting Keeps Pets Away from Danger and Gives Them a "Yard" of Their Own Provides Breathing Room and Visibility for Your Pet Offers an Easy Way to Manage Your Pet Regardless of Your Surroundings Easy to Transport Easy to Set Up, Take Down and Store Item Specifications: Small: 24" High Medium: 30" High Medium/Large: 36" High Large: 42" High XLarge: 48" High

Precision Pet Silver Exercise Pen with Door 48in $102.99 The Precision Pet(R) Silver Deluxe Exercise Play Yard with Easy Access Door is a top-in-the line play yard and exercise pen intended to keep you dog away and safe from danger, giving them a "yard" of their own. Featuring no exposed screws, wires and pins to ensure you dog is safe while offering plenty of space for fun and relaxation. The Precision Pet(R) Silver Deluxe Exercise Play Pen is built for durability with eight, 2 ft. wide panels coated with zinc electroplate finish for added durability and be configured in numerous ways. Features: Eight, 2 ft. wide panels totaling 16 ft. in length Coated with zinc electroplate finish Premium welding featuring no exposed screws, wires, or pins to injure you dog Folds Directly into Itself, Taking Up Minimal Space, Consuming Less Time in the Setup and Take-down Processes Easily Connects with Other Pens with Bolt Snaps Includes a 3-point Locking Door on All Sizes Has an Easy Carry Handle for Transporting Keeps Pets Away from Danger and Gives Them a "Yard" of Their Own Provides Breathing Room and Visibility for Your Pet Offers an Easy Way to Manage Your Pet Regardless of Your Surroundings Easy to Transport Easy to Set Up, Take Down and Store Item Specifications: Small: 24" High Medium: 30" High Medium/Large: 36" High Large: 42" High XLarge: 48" High

Precision Pet Silver Exercise Pen with Door 42in $96.99 The Precision Pet(R) Silver Deluxe Exercise Play Yard with Easy Access Door is a top-in-the line play yard and exercise pen intended to keep you dog away and safe from danger, giving them a "yard" of their own. Featuring no exposed screws, wires and pins to ensure you dog is safe while offering plenty of space for fun and relaxation. The Precision Pet(R) Silver Deluxe Exercise Play Pen is built for durability with eight, 2 ft. wide panels coated with zinc electroplate finish for added durability and be configured in numerous ways. Features: Eight, 2 ft. wide panels totaling 16 ft. in length Coated with zinc electroplate finish Premium welding featuring no exposed screws, wires, or pins to injure you dog Folds Directly into Itself, Taking Up Minimal Space, Consuming Less Time in the Setup and Take-down Processes Easily Connects with Other Pens with Bolt Snaps Includes a 3-point Locking Door on All Sizes Has an Easy Carry Handle for Transporting Keeps Pets Away from Danger and Gives Them a "Yard" of Their Own Provides Breathing Room and Visibility for Your Pet Offers an Easy Way to Manage Your Pet Regardless of Your Surroundings Easy to Transport Easy to Set Up, Take Down and Store Item Specifications: Small: 24" High Medium: 30" High Medium/Large: 36" High Large: 42" High XLarge: 48" High

Precision Pet Silver Exercise Pen with Door 30in $67.99 The Precision Pet(R) Silver Deluxe Exercise Play Yard with Easy Access Door is a top-in-the line play yard and exercise pen intended to keep you dog away and safe from danger, giving them a "yard" of their own. Featuring no exposed screws, wires and pins to ensure you dog is safe while offering plenty of space for fun and relaxation. The Precision Pet(R) Silver Deluxe Exercise Play Pen is built for durability with eight, 2 ft. wide panels coated with zinc electroplate finish for added durability and be configured in numerous ways. Features: Eight, 2 ft. wide panels totaling 16 ft. in length Coated with zinc electroplate finish Premium welding featuring no exposed screws, wires, or pins to injure you dog Folds Directly into Itself, Taking Up Minimal Space, Consuming Less Time in the Setup and Take-down Processes Easily Connects with Other Pens with Bolt Snaps Includes a 3-point Locking Door on All Sizes Has an Easy Carry Handle for Transporting Keeps Pets Away from Danger and Gives Them a "Yard" of Their Own Provides Breathing Room and Visibility for Your Pet Offers an Easy Way to Manage Your Pet Regardless of Your Surroundings Easy to Transport Easy to Set Up, Take Down and Store Item Specifications: Small: 24" High Medium: 30" High Medium/Large: 36" High Large: 42" High XLarge: 48" High

Precision Pet Rabbit Multi-Plex Play Yard $85.99 The Precision Pet(R) Rabbit Multi-Plex™ Play Yard provides a perfect exercise place for your rabbit or guinea pig. Give your rabbit or pig the gift of freedom to explore the outdoors from the safety of the play yard. The Rabbit Multi-Plex™ Play Yard is designed to attach to the Rabbit Multi-Plex™ Hutches and other play yards allowing for multiple configuration options. Features a solid wood frame, heavy-duty wire mesh panels, and has (3) removable locking panels for easy access. Features: Designed to attach to Rabbit Multi-Plex™ Hutches and other Rabbit Multi-Plex™ Play Yards offering multiple configuration options Solid Wood Frame Heavy-duty wire mesh panels (3) Removable locking panels for easy access Perfect for guinea pigs too Easy assembly- 3 simple steps Item Specifications: Dimensions: (33.25" H x 26" W x 19" L)

Rabbit Multiplex Play Yard $101.81 Treat your pet rabbit to some fun with this rabbit play yardPet supply provides that extra space rabbits need for exercise and entertainment Pet gift is easy to put together and store away when not in useOffers secure containment for their protection Play yard measures 33.25 inches x 26 inches x 19 inchesThis item is compatible with item # 11692208

Exercise Yard, Holloway Prison, North London $24.99 Peter Higginbotham Exercise Yard, Holloway Prison, North London - Photographic Print

Theraband exercise band, blue,50 yard $131.58 Theraband exercise band, blue,50 yard Thera-Band® latex exercise band can be used independently or as part of a progressive exercise program. Band is 5� wide. Product photo may not exactly match the product offered for sale. Please refer to the product description.

Theraband exercise band, gold,50 yard $228.63 Theraband exercise band, gold,50 yard Thera-Band® latex exercise band can be used independently or as part of a progressive exercise program. Band is 5� wide. Product photo may not exactly match the product offered for sale. Please refer to the product description.

Theraband exercise band, red,50 yard $114.95 Theraband exercise band, red,50 yard Thera-Band® latex exercise band can be used independently or as part of a progressive exercise program. Band is 5� wide. Product photo may not exactly match the product offered for sale. Please refer to the product description.

Theraband exercise band, red,6 yard $31.14 Theraband exercise band, red,6 yard Thera-Band® latex exercise band can be used independently or as part of a progressive exercise program. Band is 5� wide. Product photo may not exactly match the product offered for sale. Please refer to the product description.

Theraband exercise band, gold,6 yard $57.76 Theraband exercise band, gold,6 yard Thera-Band® latex exercise band can be used independently or as part of a progressive exercise program. Band is 5� wide. Product photo may not exactly match the product offered for sale. Please refer to the product description.

Floating Betta Exercise Mirror $3.79 Keep your betta exercised and reduce boredom. The Betta Exercise Mirror suspends with a floating ball. Brings out the natural behaviors in your pet. Not to be used for more than 5 minutes at a time.

Super Pet Hamtrac Exercise Loop $5 Provides a safe and controlled exercise environment for small animals. Creates interactive fun between the pet and the pet owner. For added fun, connect multiple sets of hamtrac and build the ultimate exercise raceway for your pet.

Precision Pet Ultimate Dog Exercise Pen 36in Black $99.99 Precision Pet(R) Ultimate Dog Exercise Pen This high-quality durable construction Exercise Pen features easy set-up design with dual-folding hinges that make it easy to add or remove panels, providing your pet with just the play yard space they need. Eight 24"-wide panels, totaling 16 feet in length, offer greater versatility and can be arranged in your choice of layouts. Panels link together with removable pins and recessed fasteners prevent scratched floors. The hinges fold flat in either direction for easy storage, solid-steel wire construction promises sturdiness and strength. Offered in a variety of heights. Features: Durable, high-quality construction Dual-folding hinges Easy set-up Folds flat for easy storage Versatile arrangement Removable pins Recessed fasteners 3 point locking door on all sizes Item Specifications: Sizes: 24"H 30"H 36"H 48"H Color: Black

Precision Pet Ultimate Dog Exercise Pen 48in Black $119.99 Precision Pet(R) Ultimate Dog Exercise Pen This high-quality durable construction Exercise Pen features easy set-up design with dual-folding hinges that make it easy to add or remove panels, providing your pet with just the play yard space they need. Eight 24"-wide panels, totaling 16 feet in length, offer greater versatility and can be arranged in your choice of layouts. Panels link together with removable pins and recessed fasteners prevent scratched floors. The hinges fold flat in either direction for easy storage, solid-steel wire construction promises sturdiness and strength. Offered in a variety of heights. Features: Durable, high-quality construction Dual-folding hinges Easy set-up Folds flat for easy storage Versatile arrangement Removable pins Recessed fasteners 3 point locking door on all sizes Item Specifications: Sizes: 24"H 30"H 36"H 48"H Color: Black

Precision Pet Ultimate Dog Exercise Pen 24in Black $74.99 Precision Pet(R) Ultimate Dog Exercise Pen This high-quality durable construction Exercise Pen features easy set-up design with dual-folding hinges that make it easy to add or remove panels, providing your pet with just the play yard space they need. Eight 24"-wide panels, totaling 16 feet in length, offer greater versatility and can be arranged in your choice of layouts. Panels link together with removable pins and recessed fasteners prevent scratched floors. The hinges fold flat in either direction for easy storage, solid-steel wire construction promises sturdiness and strength. Offered in a variety of heights. Features: Durable, high-quality construction Dual-folding hinges Easy set-up Folds flat for easy storage Versatile arrangement Removable pins Recessed fasteners 3 point locking door on all sizes Item Specifications: Sizes: 24"H 30"H 36"H 48"H Color: Black

Precision Pet Ultimate Dog Exercise Pen 30in Black $84.99 Precision Pet(R) Ultimate Dog Exercise Pen This high-quality durable construction Exercise Pen features easy set-up design with dual-folding hinges that make it easy to add or remove panels, providing your pet with just the play yard space they need. Eight 24"-wide panels, totaling 16 feet in length, offer greater versatility and can be arranged in your choice of layouts. Panels link together with removable pins and recessed fasteners prevent scratched floors. The hinges fold flat in either direction for easy storage, solid-steel wire construction promises sturdiness and strength. Offered in a variety of heights. Features: Durable, high-quality construction Dual-folding hinges Easy set-up Folds flat for easy storage Versatile arrangement Removable pins Recessed fasteners 3 point locking door on all sizes Item Specifications: Sizes: 24"H 30"H 36"H 48"H Color: Black

Theraband exercise band, green, 50 yard $123.24 Theraband exercise band, green, 50 yard Thera-Band® latex exercise band can be used independently or as part of a progressive exercise program. Band is 5� wide. Product photo may not exactly match the product offered for sale. Please refer to the product description.

Theraband exercise band, silver, 6 yard $46.37 Theraband exercise band, silver, 6 yard Thera-Band® latex exercise band can be used independently or as part of a progressive exercise program. Band is 5� wide. Product photo may not exactly match the product offered for sale. Please refer to the product description.

Theraband exercise band, silver, 50 yard $178.71 Theraband exercise band, silver, 50 yard Thera-Band® latex exercise band can be used independently or as part of a progressive exercise program. Band is 5� wide. Product photo may not exactly match the product offered for sale. Please refer to the product description.

Theraband exercise band, yellow, 50 yard $106.59 Theraband exercise band, yellow, 50 yard Thera-Band® latex exercise band can be used independently or as part of a progressive exercise program. Band is 5� wide. Product photo may not exactly match the product offered for sale. Please refer to the product description.

Theraband exercise band, yellow, 6 yard $29.73 Theraband exercise band, yellow, 6 yard Thera-Band® latex exercise band can be used independently or as part of a progressive exercise program. Band is 5� wide. Product photo may not exactly match the product offered for sale. Please refer to the product description.

Theraband exercise band, tan, 50 yard $98.3 Theraband exercise band, tan, 50 yard Thera-Band® latex exercise band can be used independently or as part of a progressive exercise program. Band is 5� wide. Product photo may not exactly match the product offered for sale. Please refer to the product description.

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