You just had a long day at work, and your dog meets you at the front door with his tail wagging and his big soulful eyes staring up at you ready to go for a walk. What do you do when you're too tired to take your dog for a walk? Many parents make a hard decision to either take their dog for a brief walk or don’t do it all. Unfortunately, avoiding taking your dog for a walk can cause health issues such as obesity, anxiety issues, and heart complications. The following information provides insight into what happens if you don't walk your dog. They Don't Exercise
All dog breeds need exercise. The specific amount depends on their size and current health issues. Some dogs require extensive daily exercise to maintain their health and overall well-being, while others thrive on a small amount of daily exercise. Dogs that don't get exercise often experience built-up energy that comes out in unusual ways such as destroying the house, chewing on the sofa, urinating on the floor and carpets, and other destructive Behavior. They Don't Learn Socialization Skills Dogs are social animals and live in packs, so it's essential for their state of mind and overall health to socialize with other dogs and animals. Taking your dog for a walk allows your dog to become familiar with other animals such as birds and squirrels and other types of animals in your area. It also allows them to be confronted with other dogs that are also on a walk at the same time. This exposure will enable them to use their instinctive skills to become friends or read each other and decide not to be friends. Dogs that do not have social skills often feel afraid in social settings around strangers which can lead to high levels of anxiety and result in bad behavior. They Don't Become Familiar with the Environment Your dog’s ancestors lived in the wild, and they used all of their senses to protect themselves, eat, sleep, have babies, and hunt for food. As a domesticated family pet, your dog needs to use their senses to feel fully comfortable in their environment. They already use their senses inside the house to become comfortable with their environment. However, they also need to smell fresh air, learn how the grass feels under their paws, and use their senses to learn about the outdoors and nature. Finding a Solution The pet industry has become aware of the growing need for dogs to be walked while parents are at work or attending to their busy schedules. This is the reason why you see Dog Daycares popping up in every city. Most likely you have also noticed there are private dog walkers offering their services as well. These two options are excellent solutions to your problem. This allows you to be at work and attend to your schedule as well as to your dog's exercise needs. As a parent, you might not know which option is the best one for you, so we're going to look into these options a little deeper. First Doggy Daycares are usually facilities that are well-established they have indoor areas and outdoor playgrounds where your dog is allowed to run and play while they socialize with other dogs. Private dog walkers often arrive at your home, collect your dog, take your dog for a walk around the neighborhood or possibly to a nearby dog park to play with other dogs. Both of these options offer supervision and the opportunity for your dog to get exercise during the day while you were at work or away from home. However, these options also limit your dogs experience to local surrounding areas and confine them indoors at the doggy day care for a specific amount of hours a day. A New Alternative to Dog Daycare and Dog Walking In Santa Monica We have developed a new alternative to dog daycares and dog walking in Santa Monica and Pacific Palisades. Our service brings your dog on a hiking adventure in the Santa Monica Mountains and the Pacific Palisades area. We walk your dog in an outdoor environment that entices your dog's senses. That's right! Your dog will be living the life of adventure, hiking in a safe, natural environment under professional supervision. Our service includes hiking in natural environments, socializing with other dogs, treats, fresh water, and a GPS collar to ensure your dog never gets lost. Another fun feature our service offers is, we take pictures of your dog while he's on his adventure and send them to you via email or text message for you to share on your social media profiles. Choosing our service gives your dog the best of both worlds. They get to explore the outdoors, use their natural senses, socialize with other dogs, and get the exercise they need which is essential to their health and well-being. As a parent, you also receive a benefit because your dog is already well exercised and relaxed when you arrive home from work. This means you will no longer feel guilty for not taking your dog for a walk. Visit our website at adventurepawsla.com for further details and to sign your dog up for our exciting Adventure Hiking service today!
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1/8/2019 04:11:29 am
Very good descriptive post and a complete information all that we need to know about dogs and their health. Now I know the exact reason why dog walking in the midst of nature is so important for improving dog's health and behaviour. Thank You Adventure PawsLA, keep up the good work!
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