The Top 5 Reasons to Hire a Dog Walker for Your Puppy

As the owner of a puppy, it is up to you to make sure that your furry bundle of joy receives plenty of exercise and stimulation. One of the best ways to achieve this goal is to establish a regular walking schedule. But sometimes life gets in the way and you may not be able to walk your pup regularly. The good news is that you can keep your puppy healthy and happy with regular exercise by hiring a trusted dog walker. Here are the top five reasons to hire a dog walker for your puppy.

1) A dog walker helps puppies unleash their energy

“You might have noticed that your puppy gets a case of the “zoomies” several times a day. The zoomies are easily identified, and symptoms include madly racing around the house…” – American Kennel Club (AKC)

Young dogs are full of energy. If confined to a crate or small room all day, your puppy can become frustrated with no way to release their pent up energy. Hiring a dog walker is the perfect way to alleviate a case of the “zoomies” by ensuring that your puppy’s energy is properly unleashed. Your puppy will likely be calmer and less hyper.

2) A puppy should not be left alone all day

Puppies can become bored and destructive if left to their own devices all day long. A mid-day walk is a great way to confirm that your pup is doing well and enjoying the day. Charlotte’s top dog walkers will even text you photos after walking your puppy to give you peace of mind that your pup has received exercise and is in good spirits.

3) Your puppy will thrive with a regular schedule

“When they’re awake, puppies burn a lot of energy – growing physically, experiencing new people and places, learning what they can and can’t do. Because the world is such an exciting, stimulating place, they won’t always pay attention to an internal clock…” – American Kennel Club (AKC)

Puppies are very similar to infants and toddlers in terms of their need for a regular schedule. Regularly scheduled walks with a trusted dog walker can help your puppy learn how to recognize when it is time to exercise and when it is time to sleep.

4) Your pup will learn to receive guidance from others

Training and guidance are essential to helping your puppy develop appropriate behavior and listening skills. An experienced dog walker will arrive at your house ready to help teach your dog the right way to behave while walking on a leash. For example, if your puppy tries to venture out into traffic, a dog walker will gently but firmly pull your pup away from traffic. A dog walker can also praise your puppy for behaving well on a walk.

5) Your puppy will have something to look forward to

Perhaps the best benefit of hiring a dog walker is the great feeling you will experience knowing that your puppy is enjoying their trips outside with your dog walker. After several visits, your puppy will learn to anticipate your dog walker’s arrival and look forward to their fun adventures together.

Contact Charlotte’s most trusted dog walking service today!

As outlined above, there are many reasons why you should seek the help of an experienced dog walker for your puppy. To learn more about the many benefits of hiring a dog walker, we invite you to contact us at Little Friends Pet Sitting & Dog Walking. One of our pet specialists will be happy to talk to you about your schedule and your puppy’s needs.

We offer a variety of plans to accommodate your schedule and budget. You can choose from walks ranging from 10 to 60 minutes in length and also sign up to receive text messages and photos after each walking visit. There is simply no substitute for receiving a text message with a photo of your happy puppy out on a walk! Fresh water is always provided and you can also request for your dog walker to give your pup treats after their walk! We look forward to hearing from you and helping your puppy thrive!