{"id":8911,"date":"2024-01-12T13:10:34","date_gmt":"2024-01-12T05:10:34","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/?p=8911"},"modified":"2024-01-12T13:10:56","modified_gmt":"2024-01-12T05:10:56","slug":"walk-your-dog-in-style","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/walk-your-dog-in-style\/","title":{"rendered":"Walk your dog in style"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>As the curtain rises on the new year, <a href=\"https:\/\/us.yumove.com\/\">YuMOVE<\/a> provides a comprehensive checklist to ensure one&#8217;s dog starts the year on the right foot:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Observe for visible signs of stiffness, especially in the morning or after rest.<\/li><li>Watch for changes in walking pace, limping, or discomfort during walks.<\/li><li>Pay attention to struggles in sitting, standing, or hesitation to get in or out of bed.<\/li><li>Monitor stair climbing difficulties or slipping incidents.<\/li><li>Note any shifts in weight between front and back legs.<\/li><li>Keep an eye out for behavioral changes such as grumpiness, lethargy, or reluctance to engage in normal activities.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If a dog exhibits any of these signs, consulting with a vet is recommended, as mobility concerns can affect dogs of all ages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Embark on Healthier Walks in 2024<br><\/strong>January signals the National Walk Your Dog Month \u2013 the perfect time to dedicate to regular walks with furry companions. YuMOVE provides five tips to optimize the dog-walking experience:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Craft a Tailored Walking Plan:<\/strong>\u00a0Take into account the dog&#8217;s age, mobility, and environmental conditions. If uncertain, seek advice from a vet.<\/li><li><strong>Monitor the dog&#8217;s mobility regularly:<\/strong>\u00a0Stay alert for signs of stiffness, reluctance, or discomfort during walks.<\/li><li><strong>Examine the harness and leash:<\/strong>\u00a0Confirm a comfortable fit, ensuring safety without causing discomfort.<\/li><li><strong>Winter walking precautions:<\/strong>\u00a0Exercise caution in winter weather, utilize protective gear as needed, and avoid harmful substances on sidewalks.<\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Here is a comprehensive checklist to ensure one&#8217;s dog starts the year on the right foot.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":8913,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2432],"tags":[1410,2238,1152,284],"class_list":["post-8911","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-pets","tag-household-pets","tag-pet-adoption","tag-pet-care","tag-pet-grooming"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8911","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8911"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8911\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":8914,"href":"https:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8911\/revisions\/8914"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8913"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8911"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8911"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8911"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}