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- 1. Don't let them sniff and smell
- 2. Pull the leash when the dog also pulls it
- 3. Yelling at them or hitting them when they cuddle with another dog
- 4. Don't allow them to relate
- 5. Rides too short or too long
walk a dog it doesn't just mean going down to the street and let him do his own thing. It goes far beyond that. The time of the walk should allow for relaxation and the animal's well-being, always contemplating what is best for it.
In this article we will explain to you 5 things that are bad for you when walking your dog, so you can try to avoid them and change for the better.
Below we show you the basic tour problems that most people face, find out if you are one of them too.
1. Don't let them sniff and smell
It's normal to feel a slight feeling of disgust when you watch your puppy smelling pee or dirt on the floor, it's normal. However, you must understand that it's part of the nature of dogs. When they have this behavior, two very important things happen:
- Relaxation: Stressed dogs or those who are very restless benefit from sniffing without pressure. Allows them to relax and channel their nervousness.
- surroundings: urine informs your dog about who lives in the same area: whether they are males, females or puppies. All of this helps them to get their bearings and better understand where they live and who transits through that region.
If your dog is properly vaccinated, there's nothing to worry about, he won't get any infection. However, you can choose to walk through more "green" places to avoid excessive dirt in more urban environments.
Why doesn't my dog sniff?
If your dog doesn't seem to show any interest in sniffing and sniffing out other urines, flowers or nooks, this could be a stress problem. Is he nervous? Changed? Show him how to do it using an eye-catching:
- Locate yourself in a place with trees or minimally clean, never in the middle of the city.
- Look for uneven terrain to do this.
- Spread feed on one square meter.
- Wait until the dog finds food with your nose.
2. Pull the leash when the dog also pulls it
Let's be honest with you: won't achieve anything by pulling. At Peritoanimal we are fed up with observing bad advice circulating on the Internet. Although I don't believe it, pulling your dog's leash or handle causes stress and possible health complications such as intraocular pressure or throat problems. Stop doing this immediately.
What should I do if my dog pulls the lead?
First of all must buy an anti-pull harness like what you see in the picture. Second, you should change your walking habits as we explained in our article on advice to prevent the puppy from pulling the leash.
3. Yelling at them or hitting them when they cuddle with another dog
As of now, this attitude is totally reprehensible: you must NEVER hit a dog. If you notice that you bark or try to attack other dogs, you must resort to a professional, leave that place quickly or, at least, find out about the guidelines to follow, always using positive reinforcement.
As you would with a child, you should try to make them feel good and help them to overcome their problems or fears in an appropriate way. Seek an ethologist if necessary. Using aggressiveness will only make the dog go through a bad time and his relationship with other dogs cannot advance in the best way.
The best way to educate a dog is to teach him how to behave. If during the walk you are nervous, tense and aggressive, the animal will follow this example. It's better to offer him a quiet and relaxed walk avoiding situations that could trigger a negative reaction.
4. Don't allow them to relate
With the exception of dogs that behave aggressively towards others, it is very important that you let your dog get along with others. It is essential that animals can relate to each other.
You can simply find a dog in your area that you can walk with together. Sometimes conflicts arise, but this should not end the desire to bond with other dogs, it is very important for to keep a social and affectionate dog.
5. Rides too short or too long
must understand that each dog is unique and has specific needs with regard to walking habits: more nervous dogs need more time, older ones need tranquility and those with difficult breathing less exposure to intense heat (as may be the case with pugs)
You must analyze your dog's needs in a concrete way and exercise him if necessary with different physical activities, always adapted to him and at his pace.
As a general rule, a dog's walk should last between 20 to 30 minutes and must repeat between two to three times a day. Strive to offer your dog a proper walk and you will see better behavior, attitude and happiness in their eyes.
