Get out and walk your dog today!

Get out and walk your dog today!

Our Dog Walking and the Pet Sitting services offered AZ Dog Sports fill an important need in the lives of your furry loved ones by keeping them healthy, happy and comfortable while you are working hard at your career, or away on holiday. Whether it’s having one of our professional dog trainer/walkers walk your day twice a day, pet-sitting your cat or dog for several weeks, or if it’s teaching your dog new obedience skills while he/she is being boarded at a pet resort; we believe that it is our job to give you peace of mind, and your pets happy!

Why walk your dog every day?    The benefits of walking your dog or dogs every day is an activity that will pay off for both your pet and you. Many people have stressful jobs, and practicing a mindful behavior like walking, getting fresh air, and participating in the beauty of nature is really an excellent way for both of you to start the day.

How you benefit:

If you live in a city, you get to stroll down the block and see the latest shops and restaurants that have moved into the neighborhood. You get to greet familiar faces and other canine buddies, and check out the social scene at the park or square near your apartment. I never enjoyed the walk down from my third floor walkup in Philadelphia, but I sure did love the smell of autumn leaves, and rainy drizzle, and street food smells from the local bakery or coffee shop. I loved watching people move in and out, and the rhythms of everyday life with deliveries and dry cleaners, and gym windows. My dog even came to work with me, in the heart of the downtown upscale shopping area.

Now, living in Phoenix, nature is all around us. Our dogs can hike on mountain trails, neighborhood paths, landscaped common areas, and sunrise and sunsets are amazing to see with your pet.

How your dogs benefit:

Many dogs have spacious backyards and trees and pools, but it is not the same as going for a walk or run with their people! Dogs love adventure, new scenery, great smells, funky smells, new people, kids, and munching grass. It is good to have them being socially acclimated to activity, children, skateboards, bikes, horses, and other pets!

It makes for better companions and a walk, jog, or run with your dog is a sure way to get some exercise for both of you. Dogs open every day with pure joy. This feeling can be contagious and one I highly recommend for a positive outlook. Part of the reason I expanded the dog training gym and facility, AZ Dog Sports, is because of my love of dogs and to be able to offer higher quality licensed dog walking, dog sitting service and board and train. I know how much my dogs and I love each other so wanted others to experience it!

Make sure you have great dog walking gear that is sturdy, safe, and comfortable for your pooch. Always have ID and license along and a collar, leash, and waste bags. Remember your own keys and even treats for your dog and get out and start the day right!