We all know what day of the year is quickly approaching… Valentine’s Day is the 1 day of the year where you can really show your loved ones how much you care. For singletons it could be the perfect day to meet the love of your life.
Can the love of dogs help you find your perfect partner?
We all know that Dogs are a man’s best friend, but is it possible for them to play the Cupid role as well? If you’re single and ready to mingle, why not grab your four legged friend and get out there? It’s not really surprising that Dog’s help us meet new people as they are great ice breakers, their friendly and mischievous antics can really stir up a conversation. In some parts of the UK there are dog training social classes where dog owners can meet up and enjoy a drink together. Why not take your ‘chum’ to a dog friendly cafe/place to eat so they can enjoy a nice meal and a good drink as you enjoy yours.
Dog owners usually look for certain qualities in a partner, what does owning a dog show about your personality?
Well, there’s a common interest in dog owners personalities, but having a pet shows the caring, nurturing and fun side to someone’s personality. On average 9/10 of dog owners said they wouldn’t get into a relationship if their potential partner didn’t like dogs.
It’s not only you that will enjoy benefit from having a companion. Your dog can too! It’s always better to pair puppies together from a young age, MOST dogs are socially adaptable creatures, and this means they can be more tolerant of other dogs sharing their lives. But this does mean that not all Dog’s will get along, and raising two dogs can be A LOT of hard work, so always bare that in mind if you’re thinking about making a new addition to your family.
Has your pooch helped to provide you with your perfect match? Did you meet your “other half” whilst walking the dogs? If so we would love to hear your story!
Your dog needs regular exercise to ensure he stays fit and healthy. Dogs who don’t have enough exercise will run the risk of becoming obese. Generally, your dog will take as much exercise as you want to take yourself. However, if you are very active and enjoy activities such as hill walking or jogging you will need to allow your dog some time to build up to this level.
Over-Exercise
You should try to avoid over-exercising your dog. Giant breeds in particular should not be over exercised, especially as young pups. Bones and muscles are still developing and if you exercise your young dog too much you can cause long term problems. It is not easy to say how much exercise you should offer an individual dog but you should look for signs that your dog has had enough. Never walk your dog or puppy to exhaustion; simply try and take the edge off their enthusiasm.
If your dog cannot tolerate moderate exercise without becoming tired or develops any difficulties walking for no obvious reason then you should contact your vet.
Toys , Chews and Play Time
Puppies love playing and play is vital to his development. Because you cannot keep your puppy occupied for 24 hours a day your puppy will need to learn to amuse himself to some extent. Provide proper dog toys and your young dog will have objects to focus his attention on (rather than enjoying a chew on your shoes or handbag). In addition to dog toys puppies also love edible dog chews such as Burgess Supadog British Venison Chews which provide relief when teething.
Choosing toys for your dog is relatively easy, but choose size appropriate toys. Most dogs love chasing and fetching a ball, but make sure the ball is not too small. Generally, a tennis ball is a good size ball or you could try a light weight football which your dog can knock and chase with his paws and nose.
Because your dog will enjoy chewing his toys you should make sure they are non-toxic, do not have sharp or loose parts and should be impossible to swallow whole. Babies or children’s toys are not really suitable – stick to genuine dog toys instead.
Interesting fact from the pfma… forty one percent of people say they enjoy walking their dog at least twice a day. Of these, three quarters want to interact with other people during the walk and 66% want to make friends with other animals. Are you a social walker? Or is your time for you and your dog alone? We would love to hear your thoughts on the perfect walk with your dog(s).
