We all know how important it is to stay healthy and fit.  The same goes for our pets: dogs, cats, horses and hamsters all need physical and mental stimulation on a daily basis.  It is imporatant for your pet to maintain a  healthy weight.  This will help  prevent stress on the joints, diabetes and other weight related medical problems.  Try to make a point of playing with your pet  daily. Dogs especially need daily physical exercise.   I make sure that my dog Kimba gets outside to play every day, even if it its just 15 minutes.  Most nights we go for a hike or run in the local park.  If it is dark when I get home we  play chuck-it with the glow in the dark ball.  I help my cats exercise by placing temptation treats in areas where they need to jump up and down to get to. I make sure to ride 3-4times per week and well I don't have a hamster.  We as pet owners have a responsibility to help exercise their mind and body.  Do you have any ideas of being active with your pet?