Have Fun Walking Your Pet
Do you enjoy walking your pet? You do?! Well good, because they enjoy it too. Not only is it great exercise for your pet, keeps them active, and provides them fresh air, it’s just as good for you. However, walking your pet can be difficult if your pet pulls on a leash, or the leash is harsh on your hands. There is also traffic you have to look out for, as well as deciding when and where to walk your dog. We have provided several tips on how, what, when and where to walk your pet:
Leashes
- Leather leashes are the easiest.
- Nylon leashes hold up well in cold and warm weather, but are not the best for the hands.
- Chain leashes are hard on the hands, but are very good while walking your pet, especially those who like to tug or bite.
- Flexi-leads are best while walking your pets in the park, but not in a high-traffic area.
Pulling on the Leash:
- If you have a pet that’s pretty active while on the leash, attempt to walk he or she in the middle of the day, if possible.
- Attempt to walk when other animals or wildlife are likely not to be out.
- A head halter is useful for those pets excited on the leash.
Keep Out of Grass and Flower Beds:
- Spring plants like daffodils and tulips cause stomach problems, so keep the leash short while letting your pooch sniff the pretty flowers.
- Keep your pets off lawns during warmer months, because of insecticides, and other toxic lawn products.
To Be Continued…
Source: http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/dog-care/dog-walking-101