Yorkshire (detailed introduction)

　　In the past, many people kept dogs mainly for guarding their homes, but nowadays most people keep dogs for companionship. However, dogs have a relatively short lifespan compared to humans. If you want your dog to accompany you longer, it is best to start exercising them from a young age. Of course, elderly dogs should not give up exercise either. So what precautions should be taken when exercising elderly dogs?

　　1. The Three Main Types of Paths for Dog Walking

　　1. Flat and Easy Paths

　　When taking elderly dogs out for a walk, the choice of path is very important. If you allow your dog to walk on steep uphill or downhill paths, it can cause injuries to their knee joints. Joints are painful for them, so paths with gentle terrain are preferred.

　　2. Paths with Few People and Vehicles

　　For elderly dogs with declining vision and hearing, crowded roads or busy traffic areas can bring them invisible stress. Therefore, areas with few people and vehicles allow them to walk more relaxed and less tense.

　　3. Choosing Quiet Paths

　　Whether a path is quiet depends on the dog, but elderly dogs sometimes dislike encountering other dogs. If you choose a quiet path, you don’t have to worry about this and there is less risk of conflicts with other dogs.

　　2. Precautions for Walking Elderly Dogs

　　1. Essential Equipment Not to Forget

　　When taking dogs out for a walk, the most important thing not to forget is a water bottle. Proper hydration during exercise is very important. Also, bring bags to pick up dog waste. A towel can help prevent the dog from catching a cold after sweating, and a small amount of snacks can also be carried.

　　2. Warm-Up is Very Important

　　For elderly dogs, although walking is not intense exercise, they usually do not walk that much at home. Therefore, warming up before walking is very important. Massage the dog’s paw joints and body before walking to warm up their body and prevent exercise injuries.

　　3. The Dog’s Happiness is Most Important

　　Actually, the key point of walking is to let the dog happily enjoy the entire process. So don’t be focused solely on how much distance to cover; just accompany your dog for a walk. Leisurely walks can enhance the bond between you, isn’t that wonderful?