What!
New Years Eve we declare a list of resolutions to make our lives better.
We swear in this new year we will do all things we have been wanting to
do but never got around to because of a million reasons (excuses) why not!
What about our dogs. Have you made a resolution for them?
Do you promise to walk them more, play with them more or teach them
to do the things which will make them better companions?
So lets declare February Doggie Resolution month.
Here is a simple check list of Doggie to do's:
1. Do you walk your dog daily?
Not just potty walks but getting out there
and moving. It will also help you with one of your resolutions. If your
dog isn't good on the leash, making walks difficult, teach them how.
Take some training classes.
2. Does your dog travel with you?
They get bored sitting around the house all day, every day. Take them with you.
Make them a part of your life as much as you can. If they are not good in
public, then find distraction classes to teach them the boundaries of good
behavior.
3. Do you feel comfortable getting them to the beach or park and letting
them run off leash?
Dogs love to run free. Those with door bolters and fence jumpers know
this all too well! All dogs should be taught off leash training. These dogs
are more focused, attached to their owners, calmer and much happier!
4. Does your dog understand basic commands and can they do them
when needed?
A dog who can sit with no distraction but can't with company walking through
your door simply doesn't know how to sit, teach them. You will be proud when
company comes over and you will probably have company over more often
if your dog is well behaved.
Your dog waits for you to come home every day.
They ask very little of you, make your Doggie Resolution to be more
active with your dog!
