My neighbor can't walk my Akita puppy. Is backyard exercise enough?

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Hello there, just a quick question. I'm GOING TO PAKISTAN for a month in October and I have a 6 month old (currently) Japanese Akita which I'm leaving with my neighbor who says he is happy to feed but unable to walk because of disability but does have the back yard to the exercise on a long leash. The dog is fine with him but I was just concerned if It will affect my dog as I am unable to afford boarding kennels. Thank YoU P.S I ASKED THIS QUESTION BEFORE BUT I DONT THINK THE VET READ PROPERLY. Pet's info: Dog | Akita | Male | unneutered | 6 months and 20 days old | 55 lbs

Emily, DVM · Accepted Answer

As long as your neighbor can be sure he gets some type of exercise even if that's just running around the backyard that should be fine. You may try using toys to encourage exercise such as tennis balls, Kong's, or even rope toys. I would recommend trying this out with your neighbor in the backyard before you leave to make sure everything goes smoothly.

My neighbor can't walk my Akita puppy. Is backyard exercise enough?

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