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We all love our pets, that goes without saying. The furbabies are obsessed over, even if they aren’t exactly furry, such as snakes and birds. They qualify as furbabies for the sake of being under the umbrella of furbaby love. If you couldn’t already tell, I absolutely love animals, all kinds of them, even the ones that I’m a little scared of. They all deserve love. But, our lives can be pretty busy, and that leaves us little time to take care of and after our pets.
Dogs, in particular, need to be taken out for walks on a regular basis. They need to do that because otherwise the lack of physical activity and outdoors will encourage them to uhh… Leave their mark in the living room. To prevent smelly accidents like that happening, dogs need to be walked. This is where the Saratoga Dog Walkers in upstate New York come in. They do the walking for you, and they do it for so many dogs, it’s a gigantic pack every time.
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AnimalFoundation outlines how important dog walking is!
Walking your dog regularly provides a basic foundation for physical and mental health. Like a child, your dog wants to know the world. If he or she is confined to the house for too long, your dog will get bored, and boredom can lead to destructive behavior. Your dog is dependent on you to take them out to explore the sights, smells, and sounds of the world. This is why it’s also good to vary the places you take your pet as dog much as possible. You’ve probably noticed how busy (and excited) your dog gets when he or she is walking, so let them enjoy every opportunity to discover!
It’s for their health
Remember, too, that a sedentary pooch can quickly become an overweight one, and that brings potential health problems with it. Even if your dog is active inside the home, he or she still needs another outlet for pent-up energy. You’ll benefit from having a well-exercised dog, as tired dogs tend to behave better, and you’ll help your pet avoid unnecessary weight gain!
It’s important for the dog’s socialising behaviour as well;
While out walking, your pooch is most likely going to meet other dogs. This is a great opportunity to help your dog learn acceptable ways of socially interacting with new animals. It will also help build doggy confidence so your pet will be less afraid to make friends. If your dog does show fear, taking them to a training class is a great way of removing that anxiety in a more controlled environment. Well-socialized pups still like a bit of rough-and-tumble play with other dogs when out for a walk, but they’ll know when to stop and will come away without any battle scars. Walking your dog and exposing him or her to different dogs, people, and situations is a win for everyone.
It’s a way to train them and make them more obedient!
When walking your dog, consider it a training opportunity. Dogs aren’t born knowing how to walk on a leash, so you’ll have to teach your dog how to follow your lead. On these walks, you can begin teaching commands like, “sit,” “stay,” and “heel,” especially if you take treats along to use during the process.
What about you? Would you let them walk your dog like this? Tell us down in the comments!
