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Joke: Why should you be careful when it rains cats and dogs?

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Cricket had a rough start to life, being thrown from a moving vehicle just six months into her life. She’s a Staffordshire Bull Terrier, and after her challenges as a puppy, she lived in a cage where her owner didn’t let her out to see the sun. Thankfully, a man named Josh figured out what was happening and confronted her owner. He gave him two options - either give up the pup or he would be contacting the authorities.

Josh immediately took Cricket for ice cream and a nice run in a field. After a few baths, the dirt and filth were washed from her coat, and she started to thrive in her new home. Josh had been looking for a service dog to help with his PTSD, and he decided that she would be the perfect companion to train.

Cricket has become Josh's “blanket dog.” She loves to snuggle and show affection. She always wants to be near him and is doing exceptionally well as Josh’s service dog.

Michigan State University conducted a study on the benefits of walking your dog and found that ⅔ of dog owners routinely walk their dogs. The rest rely on a yard and just let the pups out to go to the bathroom. However, skipping your dog’s walk can impact the dog’s emotional and physical well-being.

Dogs need exercise, and they can’t do it all on their own. Depending on their breed and age, some need more exercise than others. A typical yard doesn’t offer enough stimulation or enough movement because it’s all familiar.

Allow your dogs to sniff and explore the world. This invites their brains to participate in the walks and have some fun. Some compare sniffing to a dog “checking their email.” Your pup might want to take their time on some walks and smell every blade of grass.

Next time you want to skip your pup’s walk, remember how excited they are whenever they get to come along for an adventure. It’s healthy for you and your pup to leave the house and walk the neighborhood. Look how much the sunshine changed Cricket’s life in the previous story. Get outside with your pup today!

Mini is a smushy pup that had a challenging beginning in life. She was the runt of the litter, and they didn’t think she’d make it. Her owner, Robert, says they planted her in a flower pot, and now, six years later, she’s thriving. Thanks for sharing this adorable dog with us!

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