Oaktree Animals’ Charity Pet Project
Oaktree Animal Charity suggest some positive New Year’s resolutions for you and your pooch.
It’s that time of year when we make resolutions to get fitter, lose weight and eat more healthily. The resolutions we make can often be a challenge, personal trainers can be expensive and gyms can be daunting places if going on your own.
So this year why not go outside in the fresh air with the best motivator and exercise companion you could think of – your dog? With over 40% of dogs thought to be overweight by veterinary professionals, both pet and owner can benefit from a range of walks and exercise activities together.
- Physically you will both get fitter and be able to progress together
- Mentally, having an active lifestyle reduces stress and anxiety in humans and dogs, which will be great for both of you.
- Having a daily routine helps to calm and provide structure to both your lives. Your pet can help you with being consistent in your exercise routine.
- The daily routine you have with your dog also helps with motivation. When you see your pet getting excited about going out for a walk or run it automatically increases your motivation for going out and exercising together.
If the winter weather puts you off going outside there are lots of fabulous indoor fitness exercises and games you can do together, such as balance and muscle strengthening activities. Visit our website www.oaktreeanimals.org.uk to get some ideas.
If 2018 is the year for that fitness resolution to be a success, do it with your canine companion.
Oak Tree’s Dogstable 2018 may be the perfect short-term goal for your New Year’s Resolution. On 24 February, you and your dog can walk, jog or run around our 1.5km or 3km obstacle course at Oak Tree Farm, whilst raising money to help animals in need in our region.
To register or for further information, please contact Oak Tree on 01228 560082 or email [email protected]
