{"id":521,"date":"2023-05-20T08:11:00","date_gmt":"2023-05-20T15:11:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eastsacvet.com\/blog\/?p=521"},"modified":"2023-05-09T08:13:14","modified_gmt":"2023-05-09T15:13:14","slug":"the-benefits-of-walking-your-dog-with-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.eastsacvet.com\/blog\/the-benefits-of-walking-your-dog-with-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"The Benefits of Walking Your Dog (With Tips!)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1335\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eastsacvet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/iStock-1010858884-1-2000x1335.jpg\" alt=\"Happy dog on a walk.\" class=\"wp-image-522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eastsacvet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/iStock-1010858884-1-2000x1335.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/www.eastsacvet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/iStock-1010858884-1-1500x1001.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.eastsacvet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/iStock-1010858884-1-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eastsacvet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/iStock-1010858884-1-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eastsacvet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/iStock-1010858884-1-2048x1367.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting outside in the fresh air for a brisk walk is an excellent way to boost your health\u2014and your dog\u2019s, too. At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eastsacvet.com\/staff\/\">East Sacramento Veterinary Center<\/a>, we encourage all our pet parents to take their dogs out for a daily walk. Once you read about the benefits of walking your dog, you\u2019ll see why!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why It Is Important to Walk Your Dog<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Does your dog go wild with excitement when he sees you grab the leash? A daily walk doesn\u2019t just benefit your dog\u2019s physical health: it provides them with emotional benefits, too. Spending time at your side among the sights, sounds, and smells of the outdoors is blissful for your furry companion. It&#8217;s mentally stimulating for her, too!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Walking your dog every day also helps <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eastsacvet.com\/blog\/ways-to-help-deal-with-pet-obesity\/\">prevent obesity<\/a>. This condition can increase your pet\u2019s risk of arthritis, high blood pressure, cancer, diabetes, and chronic kidney disease, to name a few.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Setting up a walking routine can be challenging, especially if your dog isn\u2019t leash trained. Here are 5 tips to get you both moving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Leash Training&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Teaching your dog to walk on a loose leash will make your daily strolls infinitely more enjoyable for both of you. All you need is a harness or collar, a 4- to 6-foot leash, and a pocket stuffed with Lassie\u2019s favorite treats. A huge scoop of patience helps, too.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hold the leash loosely and stash a handful of treats in your left hand. Start walking your pup, but stop the moment she starts pulling. Call your dog back to you, flashing a treat to help lure her back. But don\u2019t give it to her just yet! Walk a few paces with her at your side and <em>then <\/em>give her a treat.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Practice doing this every day, multiple times a day, until your dog walks on a loose leash.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Make Time for Sniffing and Pee-Mail<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of a dog\u2019s favorite things to do on a walk is sniffing the many exciting new scents\u2014and then pee or poop in an especially intriguing area. This is their way of reading and responding to messages left by other animals.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember that dogs can smell about 10,000 times better than we can. It\u2019s their primary way of exploring the world. If you make sure to leave time for sniffing, pooping, and peeing on your daily walks, your dog will get to reap the full benefits of that exploration time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Clean Up After Your Dog<br><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cleaning up your dog\u2019s poop does more than make the neighbors happy. 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Wear Reflective Gear<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you frequently walk your dog in the early morning or evening, it\u2019s crucial to make the two of you as visible to drivers as possible. Get a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chicagotribune.com\/consumer-reviews\/sns-bestreviews-pets-best-reflective-dog-vest-20210712-bomwunlqdjhy3b6elslzjdsh3m-story.html\">reflective vest<\/a> for you <em>and <\/em>one for your dog, too. These inexpensive pieces of equipment can quite literally save you and Fido\u2019s life.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Most Importantly of All\u2026Have Fun!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A daily walk comes with loads of benefits for you and your dog. Instead of viewing it as a chore, see it as the perfect time for the two of you to bond and decompress. To learn more about why exercise is important for dogs, reach out to the team at East Sacramento Veterinary Center. We can also see your dog for a wellness appointment to make sure she\u2019s ready for her new walking routine. 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