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The 1 Thing Every Dog Owner Should Do With Their Pet On A Walk


Published on 2025-03-10 03:44:33 - HuffPost
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  • "While social media scrolling has its known downsides and can be a mind-numbing activity for many people, sniffing is a beneficial sensory experience for dogs by providing them with mental stimulation," Dr. Whitney Miller, the chief veterinarian at Petco, told HuffPost via email.

The article from MSN Lifestyle discusses the importance of allowing dogs to sniff during walks, emphasizing that this activity is not just a simple pleasure for dogs but a crucial part of their mental and physical health. It explains that sniffing engages a dog's brain, providing mental stimulation that is equivalent to a human reading a book or solving a puzzle. The piece highlights that by letting dogs sniff, owners are helping them to explore their environment, gather information about other animals, and reduce stress. It also touches on the idea that while many owners focus on physical exercise, the mental exercise from sniffing is equally important. The article suggests that dog owners should incorporate "sniffari" walks, where the primary goal is to let the dog explore and sniff at their leisure, rather than focusing solely on the distance covered or the pace of the walk.

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