Friday, December 13, 2013

Choosing The Right Dog Walker Houston

By Jeannie Chapman


Looking after a pet is a lot of hard work. However it is not always possible to always be there to look after them. Making sure they get enough exercise is crucial and it is not always possible for you to schedule your life around when they need to go out. Therefore it is worth considering using the services of a professional dog walker Houston.

For some people they may ask a neighbour or a friend. The problem with this is that they may not necessarily have the experience necessary to look after your dog. They may unwittingly walk them too much or too little. They want to help but may end up unintentionally harming your dog.

A good example is if you have recently got a puppy. Puppies often have a lot of energy and the temptation is to take them on a long walk in order to tire them out by the end of the day. The problem with this is that puppies are developing physically and excessive walking can result in your pet developing long term injuries and health problems.

This is why it is worth looking for a professional who has the appropriate training. They will not only know how to ensure your pet gets enough exercise but also that they can deal with any medical issues that may occur during a walk. They ought to be willing to provide proof of their qualifications and references when you contact them in order to prove that they have the right qualifications and experiences to look after animals.

The length of time you take a pet for a walk will also depend on the breed and the individual animal themselves. Sometimes a dog may have a lot more or a lot less energy than you would expect. A professional will be better at gauging the right amount of time to walk your pet.

You also need to find out if they will walk just one animal on their own or in a group. While in theory social interaction between a group of animals is positive this may not be the case when they are all being walked together. Ideally you want someone will focus solely on you and give your pet the attention they need.

Another thing to look for is how the walker interacts with your pet. They should be willing to demonstrate how they walk the animal. Ideally they will be compatible in terms of personality, giving your dog the right level of attention and discipline as required. If you are not sure or feel they are being excessively forceful or not disciplined enough then you ought to consider looking elsewhere. Ultimately it is up to you to ensure that the person will be able to properly look after them when you are not able to.

In order to find the right dog walker Houston it helps to look at a number of sources. You can often find people advertising in newsagents as well as online or through telephone directories. It is also worth asking around on social media sites and for online reviews to get feedback. Asking around and comparing a number of options will help you find the ideal walker to look after your pet.




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