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Man's best friend keeps him healthy
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September 27, 2011, Tuesday
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WHEN it comes to getting fit, a person's best friend just might be four-legged.
Experts say studies show dog owners walk more, walk faster and are more likely to enjoy an active lifestyle because of their companion.
"I am fascinated by what a great motivator dogs can be," said -Sandra McCune, co-editor of the book "The Health Benefits of Dog Walking for People and Pets."
McCune, an animal behaviorist based in Leicestershire, England, said studies show if you are a dog walker, you are more likely to meet the guidelines for daily activities.
Dogs are the reason behind two-thirds of the walks their owners take each week, according to a survey of more than 1,011 adults commissioned by pet food company Mars Petcare.
A quarter of people with children and pets regularly visit parks and other outdoor spaces because of their dog.
McCune said dog walking also strengthens social and communal ties. "If people go out with a dog, they are more likely to have a conversation," she said. "Dog ownership benefits the entire community."
According to the poll, about 44 percent of dog owners aged 65 and older exercise on a weekly basis because of their dog.
Experts say studies show dog owners walk more, walk faster and are more likely to enjoy an active lifestyle because of their companion.
"I am fascinated by what a great motivator dogs can be," said -Sandra McCune, co-editor of the book "The Health Benefits of Dog Walking for People and Pets."
McCune, an animal behaviorist based in Leicestershire, England, said studies show if you are a dog walker, you are more likely to meet the guidelines for daily activities.
Dogs are the reason behind two-thirds of the walks their owners take each week, according to a survey of more than 1,011 adults commissioned by pet food company Mars Petcare.
A quarter of people with children and pets regularly visit parks and other outdoor spaces because of their dog.
McCune said dog walking also strengthens social and communal ties. "If people go out with a dog, they are more likely to have a conversation," she said. "Dog ownership benefits the entire community."
According to the poll, about 44 percent of dog owners aged 65 and older exercise on a weekly basis because of their dog.
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