A daily dog walk provides your dog with exercise and, of course, a potty break. But there is another reason why a daily dog walk is so important, ancestral instincts. Dogs need to walk, wild packs start off their day by walking to find food and water. A daily dog walk fulfills this instinct.
Running in the backyard or a trip to the dog park is great exercise, but it is not a substitute for walking. They just do not offer the same mental stimulation your dog gets by investigating the smells, sights, and sounds they encounter on a walk. As a dog walks, they are releasing mental energy by processing information about how their territory has changed since their last walk.
Every dog breed requires a walk, even the most tiny, pocket-sized dogs. Just because they fit into a purse does not mean they need be carried everywhere. The length of the walk should be targeted to the age, size and energy of your dog, but all dogs need to be taken for daily walks.
We will personally design a walk routine suitable for your dogs. More energetic dogs will go on an invigorating walk and afterward, be well exercised and tired. He will most likely want to sleep until you return home from work! We will walk 95% of the visit and the remaining time will be spent watering and giving your dog belly rubs and hugs for a job well done! For older pups, a leisurely stroll around the block is sufficient so they can potty and stretch their legs. We’ll always take the weather and the hot pavement into consideration. For example, our short nosed breed dogs will only take a quick spin around your neighborhood during our hot summer months.
Our philosophy at The Pet Gal Georgetown is positive reinforcement. We will not use choke, shock or prong collars. We will gladly suggest an alternative collar that best suits your dogs personality, walking style and behavior.