2007-02-10 15:57:15 · 22 answers · asked by moe h 4 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Well, my dog does not get "walked" but she gets to go to work everyday and play with the other dogs (I work at a boarding kennel). She still gets exercise but not in the form of walking around the neighborhood. She also runs around the back yard. My other dog has spinal degeneration and is very old, so she has a reason that she cannot walk but she still tried to run in the yard. Dogs should be walked, it is good for them and good for the owners. Some people are lazy, some people have "no time," and some do not care about animals in general. If they cannot be walked, at least do something like throw a ball until they are tired, or take them to a doggie park. They should not become couch potatoes. It leads to obesity and health problems later on in life. Awesome question!!
2007-02-10 16:08:51 · answer #1 · answered by wakeboardingISfun!!! 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are a few reasons why some dogs may not get walked everyday.
a) Some dog owners are too lazy to spend 30 minutes to take their dog out for a walk.
b) Some people have large yards or acreage for the dog to run and play in so they don't need walks everyday.
c) Some small dogs don't need a lot of exercise.
d) I'm sure all owners take their dog out sometime during it's life - just because you don't see them walk their dog, it doesn't mean they never do walk the dog.
2007-02-10 16:33:48 · answer #2 · answered by Elena 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Some people are lazy. Some don't care whether their dog gets a walk or not. Some have a big yard. Some dogs are really small and don't require a walk...they get plenty of excersize in the house.
I walk my dogs every day in the summer, spring and fall. But it's way too cold for them in the winter, so I play ball in the house with them.
2007-02-10 16:10:54 · answer #3 · answered by Pom♥Mom Spay and Neuter 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
People don't realize how important it is to walk their dog. It's a great opportunity to bond with the dog, train him/her as well as both of you getting some exercise. It's a mistake to think that having a big yard is enough. Most dogs will just lay around and not exercise by themselves - it's not fun. It's also important to socialize dogs - and they get a certain amount of that just walking - meeting up with the other dogs and people, reading their 'pee-mail' - it's quality time with your dog. If you don't walk your dog yourself then hire someone to do it - it's only fair. Dogs are made for walking!
2007-02-10 16:17:24 · answer #4 · answered by Santal 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Maybe you don't see them getting walked (I've seen people walk their dogs at night, around 10 or so). But I do think dogs should get walked. I like to walk my dog because it tires her out, and I get to exercise for about 30 minutes a day.
2007-02-10 16:43:28 · answer #5 · answered by krivera_fierro 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because some people are irresponsible pet owners and do not take on the responsibility of taking their dog(s) for daily walks. If you are not able to take a dog for a walk at least once a day then are you really ready for the responsibility of owning a dog.
Also the BBC reported on their news site that people who own pets are healthier than those who don't with dogs being the most healthy pet to own because you have to take it on "walkies."
That being said then why aren't you walking the dog it improves your health.
2007-02-10 16:38:25 · answer #6 · answered by ursula_higgs 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dog usually roll around on their backs because they are itching and that is the way they scratch their backs. Check her skin on the back area and put some baby oil on her skin. Not a big amount tho' only a llittle and rub it in their skin. Mabe that will stop the itching. Or if it gets really bad give her a tespoon of benydral. It will stop her from scratching.
2016-05-25 08:26:15 · answer #7 · answered by Heather 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's a good question. Some people don't realize that even when a dog has a big yard, they like to go for walks and need to go for walks in the neighborhood and if possible to outings like going to a Dog Park to socialize.
In some areas of Italy it is illegal to NOT take your dog for a walk at least once daily. Good for you and for your dogs that you care to walk them like you do.
2007-02-10 16:05:10 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 2⤋
Because they have bad owners. Cesar Milan(The Dog Whisper) says they really need to be walked to be healthy..mentally & physically.
2007-02-10 16:06:49 · answer #9 · answered by Celtic Tejas 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
some people let their dogs out into a yard or keep them on a chain or leash. walking them is the best benifit for you and your do because your both getting excersize. walk on brother, walk on.
2007-02-10 16:09:55 · answer #10 · answered by dancing dani<3 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋