Why do I need a Dog Walker?
In answer to this question, let me tell you a story told to me by one of my clients:
“I picked up a co-worker at her home the other day and could not help but hear her dog barking frantically and I could see him running up and looking out the window, then racing back to scratch on the door.”
Having two dogs of my own, I asked her what the fuss was about. “He always acts this way when I leave. And he absolutely destroys the place by the time I get home. I’m about at my wit’s end. I hate to lock him up in the bathroom and I can’t leave him outside.”
I responded, “My dogs were having problems, too. They were so excited to see me when I got home they bounced around like they were on springs. At times, out of pure boredom, I guess, they would pull out shoes and find pieces of clothing to chew on or tear apart. By the time I got the messes cleaned up, I was in no mood to reward them with a walk, even though I knew they needed it after being cooped up all day.”
“So, what did you do?”
“I hired Grandma Dee to walk the dogs every day. She spends time playing with them and the exercise wears them out so they rest most of the day. When I get home, they’re still happy to see me, but not bouncing off the walls and no more messes. You ought to give her a call.”
Do you or someone you know experience this with your dog(s)?
Dogs who are left alone all day experience stress, separation anxiety and behavioral problems like barking and tearing up homes and furnishings.
Exercise is a great reliever of stress and boredom in dogs. And it helps them burn some of that energy they don’t know what to do with. Dog trainers say that a tired dog is a good dog.
In addition, exercise helps prevent obesity and alleviates arthritis and joint pain. Studies show that pets who exercise regularly get the same benefits we humans do, such as living longer, better- quality lives.
Wouldn’t it be great to come home to happy relaxed, well-behaved dogs without feeling guilty for not having the time or energy to walk them?
We can walk your dogs for you. The length of the walk is up to you and based on the dog’s energy level and health. Regular, weekly walks can be billed monthly (upon credit approval), periodic (whenever you need us) walks are collected each time I take them out. Call us at 858-693-4296 or email andeewr@san.rr.com. .
Go to http://www.grandmadeespetcare.com/3.html for rates.
