Dogs are great walking companions. They are always ready to walk when you are. Walking with your dog can help you and your dog stay in shape and away from deadly diseases. Do you want to have a stress-free walk with your furry companion? Here are some things you should remember when taking your dog out for a walk. Read the rest of this entry

Dog parks are great for keeping our dogs healthy and happy. It is a great place for our dogs to socialize and get their daily exercise. There are dog park rules that we should always remember before taking our pets to the dog park these dog park rules are intended to keep our pets safe and healthy. Before taking your pet to the park for his dog exercise here are some rules to remember: Read the rest of this entry

Dog parks can be a great place to take your dog for exercise and socialization provided they are well constructed, well maintained and well monitored.  Proper etiquette for both humans and dogs is important in determining whether or not your local dog park is a safe and enjoyable place for both dogs and people. Here are 3 things you need to do before taking your dog to a dog park for that much needed dog exercise. Read the rest of this entry

Sometimes you might blow off walking your dog. But do this too much, and your dog suffers–more than you know. You do too whether you realize it or not. Check out this great article by Christie Keith on the Pet Connection Blog about

“What you lose when you can’t walk your dogs”

It’s 20 degrees, the wind’s kicked up, and the sun just set. I don’t care how sad my dog looks, a walk this evening is out of the question. Even if I wanted to brave it, it is dangerous for him, even with dog boots and a dog coat. But we need to do something. Read the rest of this entry