05/10/2026
🐾 Did you know it’s National Walk Your Dog Week?! 🐾
Obviously, as someone who spends most of her week walking dogs, I couldn’t let this one go by without a post! 🤣
But a good dog walk is about so much more than just getting from A to B or trying to cover as many miles as possible…
👃 Let them sniff! Sniffing is a huge part of how our dogs explore and experience the world, so give them time to stop and investigate!
🌿 Let them explore! Where it’s safe, try giving your dog a little choice over where you go or take a different route to keep things interesting!
🐕 Remember quality over distance. A slower, sniffier walk can be just as valuable as marching for miles!
🦮 Use your walks to practise everyday skills. Loose lead walking, checking in with you and staying calm around distractions and recall can all be worked into your normal walks!
💜 But most importantly — dog walking should be enjoyable on both ends of the lead! Enjoy being outside with your best friend!
So for National Walk Your Dog Week, maybe give your dog an extra sniffy walk, try somewhere new or simply let them decide which way you go!
And I want to know… what does your dog LOVE doing most on their walks? 🐾
Happy National Walk Your Dog Week from Walkies With Kris! 💜🐾