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6. Personal Health
- Many people need outside motivation to work out, and may depend on an exercise buddy to get them off the couch. What happens when your exercise partner gets stuck at work or stuck in traffic or has another commitment?
- Your dog is only committed to one thing… you!
- That makes him the perfect exercise partner.
- He is always available and willing to accompany you on a walk.
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How Much Should We Walk?
- According to the World Health Organization, children 5-17 years old should accumulate at least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous (aerobic) exercise every day.
- Adults 18-64 years old should engage in moderate exercise for 30 minutes 5 days a week and engage...
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Rewarding Your Efforts
- Some humans like to be rewarded for their workout efforts, so they grab a cookie or have a beer after exercising.
- After walking your dog, you may find his grateful, calorie-free affection is all the reward you need.
- And your dog will feel the same way! A simple stroll is a gr...
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3. Digestive and Urinary Health
- Regular walking helps regulate the digestive tract.
- Some dogs, like some people, prefer to “go” on a schedule, and providing your dog with routine trips outdoors prevents constipation.
- Also, when urine sits in the bladder for long periods ...
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1. Weight and Body Condition
- Obesity is a major health issue, but barring medical complications, it has a reasonable solution: burn more calories than consumed.
- Regular exercise, like walking, is a good way to burn those excess calories and keep the pounds off – for both you and your dog.
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Dog Walkers : Healthier People with Healthier Dogs
- As you can see, regular walking has health benefits for both you and your dog and will help prevent obesity, which is a significant problem in both species.
- Nearly 75% of Americans are overweight and childhood obesity is on the rise (close to 20%).
- In a 2008 study b...
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2. Joint Health
- Immobility is another common health problem. Joints, even old ones, need to work.
- People and pets get stiff when sedentary for too long, and keeping joints in motion improves their function.
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5. Emotional Health
- You are the center of your dog’s universe and he craves your attention. What better way to spend quality time with your dog than taking a walk?
- Spending one-on-one time with your dog will deepen your bond and help deter annoying, attention-seeking behaviors...
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4. Mental Health
- Dogs do not like to be bored and if you give them something constructive to do, like taking a walk, they may be less likely to do something destructive like chewing the couch.
- Walking exercises the mind as well as the body. ...
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