Hi, just wondering whether it is still ok to let my pregnant boxer run around like a looney as she normally would even though she is now about 5 weeks pregnant. She loves her walks and I have always let her have a free run every day for an hour or so at our local field. Should I maybe restrict her a bit more or would it do her and the pups no harm to carry on as normal. She is a really energetic dog when allowed to be, so needs to let off  steam but indoors she is very docile and is happy to sleep all day. Any suggestions

I think you should let her set the pace as long as she has the energy she will run about and certainly before 6 weeks I would not be expecting her to slow down.  When she starts to feel a little more weighed down she will naturally slow her pace.  I think it is far better to let them continue as this is what will keep her healthy and strong for the delivery.

I've always kept the same exercise regime for my pregnant bitches as is their norm. They tend to set their own pace the bigger they get!
Becky