Why Kennel Holiday Offer
Did you know that wolves and dogs are closely related to each other? From the Great Dane to the toy Chihuahua, all breed of dogs are direct descendants of the common wolf. And because of that, many of the wolf’s characteristics and behaviors remain in today’s domestic dogs.
One of the similarities that exist between wolves and dogs is their ability to travel long distances. Most dogs (except for breeds that have been radically changed by man’s selective breeding) have the energy and strength to travel an average of fifteen miles a day.
It is very common for dogs who that do not get enough walking to become frustrated and often demonstrate destructive, undesirable behaviors such as barking, chewing, running away, and digging.
Frequent dog walking, whether it is on or off the leash is the most common and universal way to exercise your dog and may dramatically decrease the undesirable behavior associated with (not getting a walk)!
Additionally, and according to Cesar Millan in his book Cesar's Way [Crown Publishing Group, 2006], dogs have a ‘migratory instinct’ that the daily walk helps to satisfy. At the same time, the exercise of having the dog walk on a slack leash will reinforce the walker as the pack leader. The importance of being a pack leader is not to dominate the dog, but rather to ensure that the dog behaves appropriately in all circumstances.
The daily walk needs to be adjusted for the needs of the dog. A high energy dog, such as a Border Collie, should be walked for a longer period of time than a toy breed dog, such as the Yorkshire Terrier. Walking the Border Collie for an hour will help burn excess energy, while a half-hour walk may suffice for the Yorkie.
If you own a dog and are away for long periods of the day due to work or travel, consider using ‘Why Kennel, When you Don’t Have To’ to accommodate your pet’s needs. Serving all of Monmouth County, this fully insured pet-care company is available to walk, house-sit, administer medicine, or transport your pets. Owned and operated by animal lovers, take advantage of our discount offer under ‘Services’
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