Does stress, cold, or lack of exercise impact my dog's lifespan?

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Does stress affect life span of dog? can not enough exercise effect life span? I made really huge mistake, I walked her just around 30 minutes a day and she was most time sleeping in unheated room, just a little she was brought in where I played with her or pet her in the hallway (I like her to live with me but I can't make the rules cause of my parents) sorry, I really hate myself cause of that and maybe u too but I am soo worried, can this affect life span? Can I repair my mistake? Pet's info: Dog | Japanese Spitz | Female | spayed | 2 years and 4 months old | 11 lbs

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Don't beat yourself up! You can only do what you can do and most dogs do not have shortened life spans from decreased exercise, stress and mildly cold temperatures. Exercise is a very good thing to provide, maybe you can increase the walks and play time. The biggest health risk for inactivity is obesity and it has been proven that leaner dogs live longer. I would also provide comfortable enclosures and do not keep Joshie out in very cold weather or very hot weather. Any changes you can make, no matter how small, will benefit Joshie. I hope this helps and I wish you both the best!

Does stress, cold, or lack of exercise impact my dog's lifespan?

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