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Posts tagged "exercise" All dogs require exercise, with certain breeds requiring a larger time commitment than others. However, not all dog owners are able to commit to giving their dogs two 15 – 30+ minute walks per day. Lack of adequate exercise results in boredom, anxiety, and bad behavior. Obesity and related diseases can also occur when a dog is improperly exercised. For these reasons, many dog owners hire dog walkers. Is a dog walker right for you? Here, the pros and cons of hiring a dog walker will be discussed. Benefits of Hiring a Dog Walker Saves Time Ultimately, hiring a dog walker saves time for pet owners. Most dog walkers commit to exercising their canine clients for 30 – 60 minutes per day. In addition, they typically provide extra services at no charge, such as refilling food and water bowls, bringing in mail, and giving treats. Fewer Accidents Even adult...
Continue reading » PlanningNo Comment So your alarm clock wakes you up at six a.m. You decide to open your eyes and the first thing you see is your dog, staring at you while waving his tail with excitement. He’s waiting for you and you know he won’t wait much longer; you better take him out… You put on your robe and shoes, grab his leash and walk towards the front door. When you open the door, your heart misses a beat: it’s dark and freezing cold, the wind is so strong your and it’s raining in a way that would make Noah cry in despair. Well, a man’s gotta do what a man’s gotta do… Okay, After all, your dog needs to pee! Okay, this may be a little over the top but I’m sure you get my point. For most people, walking the dog may feel like this! It can be seen as...
Continue reading » Behavior, TrainingNo Comment “Take me for a walk, instead.” Those appeared to be the thoughts of my beagle when he sat down in front of my Health Walker Plus machine. He refused to leave. I could not use the walker. If I did, the steps on it would bump into him. So I chose to get off of it for his safety. After numerous occasions of Rocky repeating this behavior I realized I needed to change my exercise routine. I had to get outdoors more with Rocky. Fast forward 12 years – and although I still have my walking machine – Rocky has continually shown me outdoor walks is more fun. It’s more rewarding too. I mean, just look at this smile: If you’re looking for more motivation to stay fit, choosing an energetic dog breed such as the Siberian Husky, Dalmatian, Border Collie, or Australian Shepherd – will certainly get you outdoors more....
Continue reading » Behavior, Dog HealthNo Comment Not unlike humans, if dogs have too much time on their hands (paws) they are likely to get into trouble. Large breeds are especially likely to grow restless, bored, and anxious when they do not have enough physical activity throughout the day—that’s not to say you won’t find a smaller breed chewing on the leg of your favorite chair if she hasn’t had a walk. Of course, not all behavioral problems can be solved simply by adding more exercise into your dog’s routine, but all of the issues caused by boredom will be. It may be cliché, but tired dogs are happy dogs. They crave activity, and when they don’t get enough, our dogs will start to act out. It can even be more sophisticated than that. When you take the time to exercise your dog, they feel loved and content, having plenty of attention from their owner. How can...
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