Dogs need to get fit and reduce stress too

MORRISTOWN, N.J., Dec. 31 (UPI) -- Getting fit, losing weight and reducing stress are popular New Year's resolutions for people, but a luxury New Jersey pet spa says the same applies to dogs.

The Morris Animal Inn is making sure committed canines have the same opportunity to get healthy with its Resolutions Doggie Day Camp.

The luxury pet spa and resort, designed "Fit and Zen in 2010" to jump start a healthier year for canine companions.

The program, offered Jan. 11 to Jan. 15, is designed to keep dogs active, stimulated and stress-free with treadmill trots, swim sessions in the indoor pool, "Doga" and "Paw-lates," pampering massages, homemade treats and more, Joanne Morris, vice president of the Morris Animal Inn, said.

"Keeping dogs active and mentally stimulated are important keys to good canine health," Morris said in a statement. "Our Resolutions Camp is more of an active spa retreat rather than a canine boot camp. We want our four-legged guests to come away refreshed, rejuvenated and ready to start the New Year with a fitness routine."

However, if your pooch is in need of getting fit, losing weight and reducing stress, it's a good chance the human companion does too -- and a dog is the perfect exercise companion and stress reducer, the statement said.