Loss of dog = loss of steps

CydSteele

I'm so sorry for your loss. It takes a long time to feel ok after losing a loved pet and member of the family. When I decided a really needed to lose weight and needed a push to help, I advertised as a dog walker in my neighbourhood. Before long I had several regular clients. It got to the point that I had to turn people away because I was walking 15 or more kms a day and it was too much. I have my own Golden now and after 3.5 years, I have kept 3-4 walking clients. It gives me a bit of spending money and keeps me moving even when it hit those ridiculous temperatures in Ontario Canada last week.

CydSteele

Just saw your reply about volunteering. AWESOME!!! I did that for awhile as well but for me without a car of my own, I just couldn't get there often enough. I hope it goes really well!!! It's a great idea!

kshama2001

denisek3 wrote: »

I contacted my local shelter, and the first available open dog walking shift was not until March, more than a month away!

Wow! Sounds like they have a lot of volunteers at that shelter. Is there one in a neighboring town that may not be as well covered? Elderly neighbors that need help?

My brother has neighbors who travel a lot and he pet-sits for them frequently.

denisek3

Thanks, TeaBea - I bookmarked the youtube video site you referenced.