Keep You and Your Pet Healthy

Are you a dog owner and have gotten lazy about taking your dog out for their regular walk? It has happened to us all, we miss one night here and there and then before we know it, we seem to be not taking the dog out as often as we should. You need the exercise as much as your dog and if you think of the benefits that you will both achieve by walking regularly then you know it is time to start up again and make a strong commitment to going out regularly. You dog will be much happier and will look eager to the time when you pick up the leash.

If you found the weather was too hot to go out, then you need to re schedule your walk to a cooler time of the day. Whether you get up early and go, or wait until the evening shade drenches your walking route, you and your pet will be much more comfortable walking. If you are going for a long walk it is advisable to take a long a bottle of water so you can both have a drink. Dogs, by nature being man's best friend, just love to go out with their owners and some breeds will walk until they drop. If possible try and plan your walk to where you dog can swim or even meet up with a few other dogs at a local dog park or beach. Interacting with other dogs is a great social meeting for them and teaches them good behaviours and manners.

Keeping your dog's nails trimmed will help them when out walking by not getting caught on small stones or in tiny cracks in the pavement. Take a long a few small treats to reward your dog if they come across a tricky situation and handle it well. Small children playing outside or riding their bikes can be a big distraction to a friendly dog. Once you are in the habit of walking daily, your dog will look forward to it and start barking happily when they see you slip on your walking shoes and grab their leash. What a difference a walk can make! You will both be healthier, sleep better and you might even just lose a few pounds yourself.

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