Letting Your Dog Sniff The Great Outdoors

Spring has arrived! Time to get out and enjoy some entertaining springtime activities with your animal companion after that winter hibernation.

Take your dog outside and allow it to explore fully. For your furry pet, a decompression stroll is remarkably enriching because this lets them use their nose and exposes them to a ton of scent data.

These strolls are great for older pet dogs or those that cannot move quickly or as distant as they once could. A slow walk lets them meander rather than move at a faster pace. Allow your dog to bury their face and sniff the new grass for as long as possible. Adding a long stick to your pet's harness will allow them to explore the green meadows and track any scents they encounter. These walks will be even more entertaining as the pups connect safely to you through the leash.

Make sure that your pet’s preventatives and vaccines are up to date before outdoor excursions. Call your animal clinic Roanoke, VA for information.