Walking the Dog
My son has been wanting a puppy for years. We promised he could have one when he stopped waking up at night and coming into our bed. Sometime during the past couple of months he realized we were serious and is now sleeping in his own bed at night. Last weekend we began looking for a dog to adopt us.
Some of my friends said they didn’t want dogs because they knew the responsibility of walking would fall on them. That’s exactly what I’m hoping for.
Now, I love walking but truth be told, it’s hard to get motivated to get out and walk around when it’s 40 degrees (or colder) outside. Actually it’s hard to get motivated when there’s a pot of coffee going, something good on TV, a book calling me, and work to do. Plus, my neighborhood is so quiet, sometimes I’m a little nervous about going for a walk by myself. A dog would be good company and a reason for me to leave the house every morning. Plus I told my son he was responsible for an after school walk as well. Since he’s only five, I’ll be joining him. See? Exercise!
I’m not a lazy person. I get the job done and can sometimes be a total workaholic. I have no problem exercising a couple of times a week, but that’s not enough at all. Now maybe I’ll get up off my duff and get a good walk in every day. A dog will be good company.
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3 opinions for Walking the Dog
Alliston
Feb 14, 2008 at 11:29 am
Getting a dog is a great addition to a family. They are great exercise companions because they always want a walk. Schedule your walks, 2 or 3 a day, in your calendar just like you would any other appointment! My parent’s dogs are very protective of whomever is walking them, dogs are an excellent judge of character.
Teri
Feb 17, 2008 at 12:08 pm
OOh - you must et us know if you get a new family member!
meielisawy
Feb 25, 2008 at 2:18 am
My dog isn’t much for trots around town. She’s a terrier-poodle and is much more into sniffing than actual walking. (Yes, please adopt your puppy! It’s so important.)
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