The obesity epidemic is not just a problem for us humans. It’s starting to spread to our little furry friends, with over 45% of dogs in the UK being overweight or obese. Most owners take our companions out for one or two walks on the lead every day, but is this enough to keep them physically fit and healthy? That’s where we at The Essex Dog Runner are here to help!!! The benefits of your dog running go beyond losing that extra bit of “puppy fat” on your 5-year-old lab! But like us, some dogs are athletically built for running more so than others. Ridgebacks, Dalmatians, and working dog breeds are all built for long distance running. Good Health Walking is good exercise, but the best way for dogs to burn off their abundance of energy is for a run. Whilst running, they use different muscles to walking, and this will increase your dog’s heart rate, which in turn increases the strength of your dog’s heart and greatly extends their life expectancy. This exercise is known as cardiovascular. Many dog owners also note that when they are allowed to run, their dogs are a lot less …show more content…
We’ve all been in the same scenario (especially during the winter months), where we are back late from work, its dark and cold and our beloved companion have been in all day. How many of us can quite comfortably relax on the sofa with a hot cuppa and our precious pooch will sit next to us patiently, quiet and well behaved?? I didn’t think there would be many of us. A structured exercise plan that The Essex Dog Runner can provide counteracts stress and destructive or aggressive behaviors that can build up through not getting enough quality exercise. Not only do we provide physical exercise but we also include much needed mental stimulation for your dog ensuring they stay happy which in turn can reinforce positive behavior leaving you to come home after a long hard day to a well behaved and relaxed best