Do you ever take your dog for a walk?I know dog owners who have a fenced yard and can just let their furry friends go outside knowing their pets will be safe inside the fence.But taking your dog for a walk may have benefits you might not have considered.
To begin with, going for a walk helps to socialize your dog.It exposes your pet to new sights and sounds, and new smells.Most dogs are naturally curious, so as you walk you will notice your buddy sniffing the air and checking out the scents along the way.It’s why you might read or watch TV or listen to the radio, because it expands your experiences.
The physical activity of going for a walk is good for your pet’s body, increasing blood flow and exercising muscles.It might help your furry friend feel better, be healthier, and even tone its body and help to prevent obesity.
Walking your dog strengthens the bond between you because it’s a shared experience.It helps to build trust between human and pet and gives you quality time together.
Taking your dog for a walk gives your buddy the opportunity to explore new places, or revisit familiar ones.Because you are there your pet will have confidence that all is well and it can depend on you for safety, even while exploring new trails.If you encounter other dogs, you might see if your buddy can socialize with other pets or if you need to maybe take a different route.
And then there’s the potty break.Make sure you have clean poop bags and dispose of the waste properly so the area stays clean for others who might walk there.
This is National Walk Your Dog Week, a good time to remember that your dog is not the only one who will benefit from daily walks.It will help you stay physically fit, and help you bond with your four-footed buddy.Every walk helps to build trust and strengthen that bond, when you’re speaking of pets.
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