Dog collar vs dog harness: Pros and con
Dog collar vs. dog harness: Choose the equipment that will reduce the risk of a neck injury, discomfort, or other health problems.
Dog walks
Daily dog walks are one of life’s sweetest pleasures. But a dog who is unable to walk on a leash properly can make that experience miserable. Train your dog to walk on a loose leash, pick the right spots and enjoy your time together.
Make the most of daily walks: Pick a fun place, set a reasonable pace, and keep your dog on a loose leash.
Walks boost fitness for dogs and owners: Everyone knows your dog needs daily exercise. But research shows owners benefit from walks just as much as their dogs if not even more.
Find your spot: Make daily walks count. Find out where your dog likes to walk best — park, beach, woods or school.
Eliminate leash aggression: When stressed, dogs who don’t know how to walk on a loose leash exhibit leash aggression. Nervous dogs will instinctively revert to a fight or flight mode.
Dog walking benefits: Walks provide great exercise, bonding and training time. They also give your dog the skills to find his way home if he gets lost.
5 tips to successfully leash train your puppy
To successfully leash train your puppy, start early, and use lots of treats. Other helpful hints: use a harness, make walks fun, and build in time to sniff.
Seniors face dangers walking dogs
Seniors face dangers walking dogs, according to a new study by the University of Pennsylvania, which shows people 60 and older face a higher injury risk.
Winter dog-walking tips
Learn key winter dog-walking safety tips to protect your pet from cold, frostbite, and hazards on icy walks.
Find your pup’s favorite spot for dog walks
A favorite spot for dog walks: Make your daily walks count by finding out where your dog likes to walk best — park, beach, woods or school.
7 tips to make the most of daily dog walks
Try to take daily dog walks. Pick a place that’s fun for both of you, set a reasonable pace and keep your dog on a loose leash.
Find out when, where and how most dog owners take their pups out
According to a dog walk info survey from DogBuddy.com, most dog owners usually walk in the morning and tend to walk alone.
Trip Less Trainer builds a better leash
Joshua McCauley started Trip Less Trainer and created a shorter leash with a thumb tab that he says allows the trainer to provide consistent control.
Tips for walking multiple dogs
Before walking multiple dogs, begin by training each dog to heel and walk on a loose leash. Once you have control, begin adding additional dogs.
Take your dog on a power walk
Take your dog on a power walk where you are in control and your dog is a relaxed follower. That lets the dog experience the full benefits of exercise.
