Tips For A Safe Dog Walk

Taking your beloved dog for his routine walk may seem innocuous enough

, however, there are many dangers that lurk in the neighborhood that can cause injury and even death. Responsible dog owners do their best to pamper their pooch, yet often subject the dog to hazardous conditions unaware. Dogs are clever creatures, but the onus is on the owner to make sure that their dog is safe and sound when taking the daily walk. When a dog is out with his owner, he exhibits complete trust, so be sure you never fail him and keep him safe on the road.

1. Keep the length of the leash at a distance to where you have control of him in an emergency. When the leash is too short, he may become tangled in a moment of excitement, thus cutting off his air flow. If the leash is too long, you may not be able to pull him from danger.

2. When walking your dog on a city street, it's crucial to keep him directly ahead of you or on the inside of the street. Too often, owners cut their dog too much slack on the leash and allow him to drift dangerously into the path of a vehicle. In addition, special attention must be used when approaching a street corner whereas a car will roll inward at an angle to make the turn.

3. Never over exert your dog when taking him outside. He is pleased as pie to walk at your side, but must be allowed to stop when needed. Never, never take your dog by the leash when on riding a bicycle. Although he may appear to be happy and keep up with you, this pace is too fast and puts excessive pressure on his paws and heart.

4. When walking your dog on the city streets, be sure to avoid puddles of motor oil and anti-freeze. Caustic chemicals can seep into your dog's paws and cause serious illness. You may also want to check your dog's feet for any sharp object that may be embedded from road. He doesn't complain much and may be reluctant to tell you there's a piece of rough gravel between his toes.

5. Keep your dog away from dense grass and bushes, especially during flea season from April till September. Fleas and ticks multiple rapidly and, if untreated, can cause anemia and death.

by: Joe Cline

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