The task of walking a dog is not always easy for its owner, who knows it well and knows what it likes and what not and with whom the dog is already familiar and accustomed to be, so much less will it be for an unknown person whom the dog may see for the first time and with whom he may not feel comfortable.
Dogs, like people, they have their "personality", their particular way of behaving and there will be people who like them and people who don't like them. That is why it is better to be prepared when it comes to wanting to take a walk with a dog for the first time.
Basic recommendations for walking a dog for the first time
Try to get to know the dog first:
It is possible that the dog you are going for a walk has a way of being a bit complicated, that's why It is better that before going out with him you go to his house and meet him in his environment, see well how it behaves and how it relates to its environment (people, objects, other animals) and even how it reacts to your presence, since, as we told you before, there are people who can like them and people who can fall ill.
Talk to the dog's owner about him and the things he doesn't like:
Usually there will be things that the dog does not like (noises, children running, other dogs, cats, cars, motorcycles, etc.) and it is best to know which ones they are so that you can avoid them and that way the walk is pleasant for both him and you.
Bring your supplies:
Yes, just like when you go out with a child, you should bring all those things that you think will be essential (toys, food, drink).
Dogs also require that same attention and care, the toy or prize will help you not want to get away from you, food and hydration are very important if the walk is long, for which you will need to give it its moments to stop, get some rest, eat something, drink. Going back to the example of babies, you always carry diapers with you, on your walk with dogs it is very important that you carry stool bags, 2 or 3, depending on how long you have estimated the tour will last.
Try to take a short walk first:
El first ride If you are going to find a dog, you should try to make it as pleasant as possible for him, so that he gets used to being with you. You can take a walk around the house, something that does not last long and that, in case of any inconvenience, you can take the puppy home as soon as possible.
You are the leader at all times:
It is very important that the dog you are walking sees you as an authority, that understand the orders you give and even more so, that you obey them, with that you will avoid risks in the street such as accidents or losses.
You should not let your dog go loose:
Taking the dog loose without a leash on the street is always a risk, since it could get away from you and go to the road, where it could be run over by a vehicle or it could get so far that you lose your range of action and become impossible find it immediately, that's why you better always wear it on a leash.
Some additional recommendations
If you pay attention to all the advice that we mention, you should not have any kind of inconvenience when walking a dog for the first timeHowever, it is also important that you remember to always carry your mobile phone with you to report any inconvenience or consult any questions related to the dog's tastes.
Do not forget also that according to legal provisions in some places there are breeds of dogs that should always wear a muzzle When they are on the street, keep this in mind when you go for a walk and find out if they should wear a muzzle or not, but first test how they react to it.