While dog owners know we should
walk our dogs every day, this exercise ritual truly grabs the spotlight every
February 22 on National Walking the Dog Day. The great thing about this
celebration is that you can participate almost anywhere! All you need to do is
put on proper walking attire for your weather, leash your dog, and grab a
bottle of water, natural
USA Made treats, plastic bags for poop patrol and your cell phone.
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| Celebrate National Walk the Dog Day with a brisk walk and of course some delicious treats like Evanger's USA Made Nothing Buy Natural jerky treats! |
Here are
five great reasons to make National Walking the Dog Day an everyday celebration!
1) Dog
walking is an excellent training tool that can reinforce the bond between you
and your dog. Be sure that you control the walk, as this will help establish
you as the alpha dog in the pecking order of your relationship.
2) Dogs
need an outlet for releasing their huge amounts of energy. When he builds up too
much energy, it often results in separation anxiety or destructive behavior. Taking
your dog for a 20-30 minute walk daily boosts his mental and physical health
while helping to spend their energy in a productive way.
3)
Walking your dog fulfills his natural instincts to roam and explore by
providing mental and physical stimulation. Exploring exposes him to a variety
of sights, smells and sounds that will also provide him with a sense of purpose
and accomplishment.
4) Dogs
are social animals. It’s believed that humans were able to domesticate them because
of that social nature. That’s why it’s so important that your pet be properly
socialized. Taking your dog for walks will help him learn how to interact with
other dogs and people in your neighborhood.
5)
Walking will help keep your dog happy and healthy for longer–all while
enforcing healthier habits in your own life! After all, what’s better
than exercising for 20-30 minutes with your best friend!
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