Many dog owners feel that their life is more complete because of their canine companions, especially those who live alone in their house and their only company at home is their four-legged buddy. In lieu of children or a partner, they focus their attention instead on their pet dog.
If you’re a dog owner yourself, along with millions of other people worldwide, part of your responsibilities is to make sure your pet lives a good and content life. You have to make sure he’s well taken-care of and his needs are met. And among the things that are beneficial to your pooch is walking him.
Here are some of the reasons why walking your dog is beneficial:
It’s good for his health – Just like with humans, dogs that don’t exercise can become obese, which may lead to certain health risks like liver disease, osteoarthritis, and cardiovascular disease. Most dog breeds need to be walked at least once daily. Depending on your dog’s age, level of fitness, and breed, he may require a longer and more vigorous walk.
It’s good for your health, too – Of course, when you walk your dog, you also exercise. Walking is one of the most basic, simple and beneficial forms of exercise. Just like with your canine friend, by walking regularly, you also reduce the risk of acquiring certain types of diseases. Make sure you find time for it early in the morning if your daily schedule is loaded. A walk a day, just like with apple, can help keep the doctor away.
It projects a good image of you – There are findings from certain studies that show that people who walk their dogs are viewed by other people as being friendly, approachable, and easy to get along with. In fact, by walking your dog around your neighborhood in the morning, you may see other dog owners also walking theirs. And usually, people who find some commonality with other people easily open up to them, thereby opening doors to a potential friendship, or acquaintance at the very least.
It helps your dog become more sociable – Dogs also need to have an outlet for socialization. This is because our canine buddies are social animals. By walking him around the neighborhood or in a park, he gets to meet, and perhaps even hang out, with other dogs, as well as other people. Dogs that have developed their social skills are usually friendlier. (If you’re walking your dog for the first time, he may feel uneasy and may start barking heavily. If this is the case, you can put a barking collar around his neck to correct his excessive barking.)
These are some of the benefits you, your dog, and even your community can get from giving your pooch a daily walk. By walking him regularly and properly, you make his life and yours even more content.
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