Dog-ing

It is important that taking walks with your dog be a pleasant situation for both you and your dog. We have all seen dog walkers out with their dog on a leash, and the dog is constantly pulling and running back and forth from side to side, angering the dog owner.

A dog should not pull on the leash. It is best to start training your dog how to walk on a leash when he is a puppy. It is not too early to begin leash training at 10 to 12 weeks of age. You should gradually introduce the collar and leash to the puppy.

Take the dog out to your yard and put the collar on the puppy, being sure that it is not too tight. You should be able to slip two fingers comfortably between the collar and the dog's neck. Next, attach a lightweight leash to the collar and just let the dog drag the leash around behind him. This gets him accustomed to the feeling of being attached to something.

Do this simple exercise for several days, and once the dog is used to the collar and the leash being attached, you can start taking him out of the yard for short walks around the neighborhood.

Dogs need exercise every single day to ensure that they are well-balanced and happy. Take your dog out for several walks each day. If the weather permits, and you have a safe place to play, let your dog off the leash and throw a ball and have the dog bring back the ball. A rousing game of fetch such as this, every day for about 20 minutes, should tire out your dog and give him the required amount of running that all dogs need.

If a dog gets too little exercise, he will often become frustrated and exhibit undesirable behaviors such as chewing on your things or pacing around your house or apartment. Part of being a responsible dog owner means giving your dog the proper amount of exercise every single day.

A well-exercised dog will be a happy dog. Dogs love to be outdoors exploring, so taking several long walks every day will surely be appreciated by your four-legged friend.