Walking your dog is an excellent way to spend quality time with your four-legged friend. It also helps keep you fit and healthy, which is important for both you and your dog. Here are five ways to walk your pup with love.
Start by choosing a good walking route
Choose a path that's safe for your dog and easy for you to navigate. If possible, choose a route that takes you through a park or other area where there are lots of people and dogs. This will help you meet new friends who share your passion for dogs. Of course, if you're trying to train loose-lead walking, then it would be advisable to choose a quieter route without distractions for your dog!
Take along some treats or toys
You should also take along some treats or toys so that you can reward your dog when they do well. It's important to keep track of how often you give them these rewards because it helps you determine whether they need more training.
Be patient.
If you're new to walking your dog, you might not realise just how much work it takes. Dogs need lots of exercise, and they need it at regular intervals throughout the day. They also need plenty of attention and affection. So, if you're looking to start walking your dog, make sure you set aside enough time each week to devote to it.
Reward your dog when he does something right.
One of the easiest ways to reward your dog is by giving them treats when they behave well. This will help reinforce good behaviour and encourage more of it. You can use any kind of treat you'd like, as long as it's healthy and safe for dogs.
Relax.
Ensure you stay calm and relaxed during your walk because your dog will respond to your body language. If you start to fret, get anxious or frustrated it is common that your dog will mimic your behaviour. Set realistic expectations for your walk and don't worry too much if your dog pulls or misbehaves. Take a breath, remove your dog from the distraction and be ready next time.
