Walking your dog allows it to enjoy an interesting life. If
your dog lives alone, a good walk or romp in the dog park will let him
or her see and smell new things to keep life interesting. Many neuroses
or anxieties result from dogs left alone for long periods without any
outside stimulation. Dogs that bark incessantly, dig, or destroy may
need more to see or do in their lives.
Dogs evolved from animals that have a well
developed social structure and network. Take that away from our pets and
some suffer. Not all dogs need the social contact and are fine with
being alone and waiting for our company. Others suffer in silence or are
not so silent.
When I go to the gym, it makes me feel better
physically and emotionally. In fact I thrive on 1 hour a day of
exercise. It calms my brain as it keeps me fit. I am sure good rigorous
exercise does the same thing for them. Cesar Milan encourages walks with
the “pack” so dogs will be able to enjoy both exercise and
companionship simultaneously. Dogs that are
anxiety challenged can be helped by another pet, daily exercise,
socialization on walks or at a dog park, or interaction by training or
play. Walk or play with your dog for the health of it.
About the author:
I love animals and their bond with us. My new book Dog Dish Diet: Sensible Nutrition for Your Dog's Health is out and available on my website (http://dogdishdiet.com ). I have been an animal lover my whole life. As a teenager, I worked at a pet sh...
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