by Quite apart from the health benefits associated with walking your dog, it is also a great form of physical exercise for you too! While some dogs may need to be walked at least once a day, some particularly active dogs may require more. This is a great way of bonding with your companion.
Have you ever wondered why they get excited at the mention of the word “walk”? They just absolutely love it there is no two ways about it. In this article, I will list 5 reasons which acts as a reminder why walking your dog is great for all involved.
Health Benefits
Walking your dog reduces the risk of coronary diseases; obesity, diabetes, and also helps improve blood pressure. So apart from your regular check-up with the vet, you are less likely to need to visit the vet for a longer period. Just as regular exercise helps the quality and duration of a person’s life, it does the same to your dog.
Socialisation
Another great benefit of walking your dog is socialisation. Walking opens them to more dogs, people, and new situations, which in turn help boost their self-confidence. This could help your dog if he is battling with behavioral problems.
Relationship
Walking your dog helps strengthen the bond between you and your dog. The fastest way to a dog’s heart is to go for a walk. So walks are great to better understand each other and develop your relationship.
Stress and anxiety management
Walking your dog can significantly alleviate any form of stress and anxiety you and your dog might be experiencing. Research has shown that spending quality time with your pet will help reduce stress.
Happiness
Walking your dog helps enhance you and your dog’s mood and create genuine happiness. Dog owners are less likely to have depression than those who don’t have one.
Don’t forget to take a ball or any other toy!
Having our dog to walk spurs me on to get out of the house otherwise I’d turn into a recluse