Go For a Walk!

The first week of October is National Walk Your Dog Week, and for good reason! Here is a list found on PetMD   of some the benefits of walking your special friend:

• Like humans, pets will be healthier with exercise. It keeps them agile and limber.
• Weight control! Pets can also over indulge in yummy food and it's necessary to walk that off.
• Walking is very good for your dog's digestive system. It can also aid in relieving constipation.
• It curbs that bad behavior. Dogs often chew on furniture, bark, dig, and scratch out of boredom. Exercise will keep that behavior under better control.
• Going along with number the last item, walks will work out your dog's extra energy. This leads to less excitability, better sleep, and easier relaxation.
• Have a whiny pet? This is often a sign your dog is seeking more attention. Going for a walk will give you time together as well as work out that whine energy.
• Walking your pet also reinforces that bond. They will have more trust for you and a stronger attachment.

Of course, walking your dog is also good for you. So, put on your walking shoes and get Fido moving! For a look at the whole list, check here  .