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10-13-2014, 02:21 PM
I have two Alpine/Toggenburg mix wethers that are just over a year old. I've recently started taking them hiking on some rolling trails behind my house, and they are doing quite well both on and off lead.
Our usual route is about 3 miles, and they seem to handle the distance pretty well. I'd like to start going for longer hikes, but how much is too much? Will it be obvious if they are starting to get overworked and need to rest?
Also, I would like to start getting them used to carrying packs. How long should I wait before putting empty packs on them, how long before I start loading them, and how much weight is too much?
I want to get them in shape but don't want to overdo it either.
Our usual route is about 3 miles, and they seem to handle the distance pretty well. I'd like to start going for longer hikes, but how much is too much? Will it be obvious if they are starting to get overworked and need to rest?
Also, I would like to start getting them used to carrying packs. How long should I wait before putting empty packs on them, how long before I start loading them, and how much weight is too much?
I want to get them in shape but don't want to overdo it either.