Happy Walking the Dog Day!

February 22, 2016

So it seems like there is a day for anything and everything because today is Walking the Dog Day. But hey, we aren’t going to complain about more dog content! Dogs truly are man’s best friend – how could you not love how cute and cuddly they are?! If you own a dog then you know how much time and care it takes to ensure they’re healthy and trust you to look after them, from making sure they’re having all the correct food to getting them a nice dog harness from places like Fetching Ware to take them on a daily walk. Gaining your dog’s trust can take a long time, especially if they’re a rescue dog.

Sadly, there are cases of dogs being walked by incompetent owners who have yet to gain the trust of their dogs. I read a story about someone who was walking their dog when it lunged and bit someone. The owner was sued by a law firm similar to Lamber-Goodnow (visit their website) and the dog was taken away from him. Dogs normally only bite when they are anxious and feel threatened. The owner should have known that the dog was upset and should not have let the other person near the animal.

Looking after your dog isn’t as simple as feeding it and taking them for a walk. It requires you to know exactly what they need at any time. For example, you should notice if your dog is itching more or seems to be uncomfortable. Just remember that if your dog gets allergies all the time get these hypoallergenic beds that can relieve their itchiness or pain. This level of care is always needed because they can’t communicate to you what’s wrong in any other way. You may also find that they have other health conditions, like seizures. Treatment options exist for this (like https://cbddoghealth.com/can-cbd-help-with-seizures/, for instance), so keeping an eye out for the signs and caring for their needs is essential.

However, all this hard work is well worth it once your dog showers you with love and affection. This is why it’s important to celebrate days like this to show the world how much you and your dog love each other!

So celebrate Walking the Dog Day and use it as a perfect excuse to post one of my favorite BEARPAW pictures ever! BEARPAW Angelina boots with puppies; could anything be cuter? Screen Shot 2016-02-22 at 12.47.51 PM