Let's Go for a Walk!
Walking our pups regularly offers some incredible benefits for both them and us. Keep reading to check out just some of the ways that walking can help improve mental & physical health for all of the members of your pack.
For humans
Here are just a few of the physical and mental health benefits that walking our dogs has on us humans:
For dogs
When it comes to our canine friends, walks can: reduce chances of obesity, prolong their life, improve their urinary & digestive health and improve their overall mental health.
Like humans, dogs aren't fans of being bored. Going for a walk engages their minds and gives them new places (and people) to see. If your pup is a chewer, taking him for a walk may also help to provide an outlet for his energy and encourage him to stop chewing.
Want to improve your pups socialization skills? Taking them on a walk can help them get used to new people and animals. Be sure to always keep your pup on a leash and not overwhelm them with too many new things/animals all at once.
In addition to all of the above, going for a walk is a great bonding activity for you and your furry bestie!
So what are you waiting for? Grab that leash and head outside!
For humans
Here are just a few of the physical and mental health benefits that walking our dogs has on us humans:
- Walking 75 min a week can add an average of 2 years to your life
- Taking a 40 min walk 3 times a week can protect your brains memory and improve overall brain health
- Taking a 30 min walk a day can reduce your risk of depression by 36%
- Walking 60 minutes a day can cut your obesity risk in half
For dogs
When it comes to our canine friends, walks can: reduce chances of obesity, prolong their life, improve their urinary & digestive health and improve their overall mental health.
Like humans, dogs aren't fans of being bored. Going for a walk engages their minds and gives them new places (and people) to see. If your pup is a chewer, taking him for a walk may also help to provide an outlet for his energy and encourage him to stop chewing.
Want to improve your pups socialization skills? Taking them on a walk can help them get used to new people and animals. Be sure to always keep your pup on a leash and not overwhelm them with too many new things/animals all at once.
In addition to all of the above, going for a walk is a great bonding activity for you and your furry bestie!
So what are you waiting for? Grab that leash and head outside!
