Why Hire a Dog Walker?
Life is getting busy and busier every single day. There are projects to finish, kids to take to various school activities, grocery shopping, the list goes on and on. With this kind of schedule, walking the dog may not be on your list of priorities.
And yet, someone has to walk the dog. So what are the reasons that should motivate us to hire a dog walking service?
Most dog breeds were developed for a particular purpose in mind be it walking, herding or hunting. Naturally, a dog as it in them to chase and love activity. Many dogs do not get the time and chance to do what they would love.
Stop the mischief
A well behaved dog is most likely a tired dog. A bored and frustrated dog with tons of energy will want to find activities to burn the extra calories. This actions could consist of but are not limited to tearing the seats, chewing shoes and other mischievous dealings.
If you have a bored dog, mischief will soon come knocking.
Need to lose some weight?
A tired dog will be a healthy one. According to research, pets are adding the pounds along with their human counterparts. Heart disease, diabetes, and others will soon come knocking once your dog’s girth keeps on expanding.
Can we check out the neighbors?
Another reason your dog needs to walk is that that is the best time to socialize. He will get to know all the people in your neighborhood and meet small animals such as squirrels, birds as he familiarizes himself with the noises that comprise your locality.
This socialization and familiarization tours will help you dog stay calm even if they should encounter new sounds that are not known to him.
Good behavior
Do you want an even better-behaved dog? Walk it. The times when you are out walking can be used as opportunities to learn and build on basic obedience and enlarge your dog’s learning. Seeing other dogs or even cats walking by is an excellent opportunity to reinforce and practice “sit” and any other commands that you have already taught your dog.
Courtesy of Zen Pet Sitting and Zen Dog Walker