There are more people who would rather have a dog than any other type of pet. The problem is that dogs are one of the most care intensive types of pets you can own. Some people are unwilling to put in the necessary work in walking the dog, preferring instead to simply let it roam the backyard of their London, Ontario real estate. But walking the dog is essential. Here are the many benefits for you and your dog:

Business

This is the primary reason that most people walk their dogs: to get them out of the house so they can relieve themselves. Sure, you could just let them out into the yard to do their business, but who wants to have a lot of dog poop on the lawns of their Richmond Hill houses? Taking them for a walk gets them away from the house to do their business, but remember to pooper scoop.

Exercise

When dogs destroy the interiors of their owners' Lorne Park homes, they're trying to say that they're not getting enough exercise. While cats are fine to stay in the house all the time, dogs need exercise. Some of the larger, more energetic breeds need a lot of exercise. So talking them out for a walk (or in the case of some breeds, a run) can help wear them down and make them more docile. It's also good exercise for you to walk, run, roller blade, or bike with them.

Training

Your dog's behavior is determined by how much he looks up to you. If you putter around your Vaughan houses all day and never pay much attention to the dog, he will not see you as his leader. However, if you regularly take him for walks, dictating where he goes and how fast by your control of the leash, he will come to realize that you are in charge. Walks are also a good time to take care of some training, such as learning not to bark at others or chase squirrels.

Socialization

Dogs are social animals. As much as they love you, they need more than one other being in their social circle. Taking them for walks around your Etobicoke real estate exposes them to other people, other dogs, and other animals to get to know. Having positive interactions under your guidance will help them become more friendly and less fearful, and therefore less likely to bite someone and get you in trouble.