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5 Reasons a Dog Walk Is More Than Just a Bathroom Break
Your dog goes outside, does their business, and comes right back in. Mission accomplished, right? Well, not exactly. While bathroom breaks are an important part of your dog’s daily routine, a potty break and a proper dog walk aren’t the same. Walking provides benefits that go far beyond an opportunity to pee on the neighbor’s...
How Much Exercise Does My Dog Need During the Week?
Monday through Friday can feel like a marathon. Between work, school, appointments, errands, and everything else on your calendar, finding time for your dog’s daily exercise isn’t always easy. But while your schedule changes throughout the week, your dog’s need for physical activity and mental enrichment doesn’t. So, if...
Why Does My Dog Behave Better for the Dog Walker Than for Me?
Your dog walker sends you an update: “Great walk today! We passed two dogs, waited nicely at the corner, and had a relaxing stroll around the neighborhood.” Meanwhile, you’re thinking: Are we talking about the same dog? If your dog seems calmer, listens better, or walks more politely for their professional dog walker than they do for...
5 Ways to Tell If Your Dog Did Well Home Alone While You Were at Work
You come home from work, unlock the door, and there’s your dog, tail wagging and thrilled to see you. Everything looks fine. But how do you know what happened during the eight or nine hours before you walked through the door? Some dogs genuinely handle time alone well. Others may experience boredom, stress, anxiety, or simply struggle with...
How Often Does My Dog Need to Go Potty? A Guide for Busy Dog Parents
You leave for work just before 8 a.m. Your dog went outside before you left, and you’ll be home around 5:30. They’ll be fine until then… right? Maybe. But there’s an important difference between how long a dog can hold their bladder and how long they should routinely be expected to wait for a bathroom break. At...
Why Does My Dog Stop So Much on Dog Walks?
You grab the leash, head out the door, and expect to get some steps in. Your dog, however, has other plans. Three houses later, you’ve stopped to investigate a mailbox, a patch of grass, a fire hydrant, and one extremely important leaf. You’re left wondering, why does my dog stop so much on dog walks? If your dog stops frequently...
Why Fall Might Be Your Dog’s Favorite Walking Season in the CT Shoreline
There’s something about September on the Connecticut Shoreline that feels like a breezy reset. The mornings start getting cooler, routines settle back into place, and after months of planning walks around summer heat and humidity, dogs can finally enjoy more comfortable time outside. Here’s why fall might be your dog’s favorite walking season...
Top 5 Most Common Dog Walking Questions
If you’ve ever wondered whether your dog is getting enough exercise, how long their walks should be, or what happens when the weather doesn’t cooperate during a professional dog walk, you’re not alone. At Shoreline Happy Paws, we answer these and other questions from Connecticut Shoreline pet parents all the time. While every dog is different,...