DogWalking.

kerfern, Flickr Meet Mary Burch, American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Director and Paw Nation's expert columnist addressing your questions on animal behavior. Dr. Burch has over 25 years of experience working with dogs, and she is one of fewer than 50 Certified Applied Animal Behaviorists based in the United States. She is the author of 10 books, including the new official book on the AKC Canine Good Citizen Program, "Citizen Canine: 10 Essential Skills Every Well-Mannered Dog Should Know." I have a 2-year-old Lab mix named Carlos. He has a lot of energy and still acts like a puppy. That's OK with me for the most part, but I'm concerned about how hard he pulls on his leash. ...

Yuri Gripas, AFP / Getty Images "I just knew I'd end up doing this every day. The girls promised me that if I got them a dog that they would be responsible and take care of it, but just like every parent ever, here I am. Getting dragged by the dog. But that's OK; it's not like I don't have more important things to do. It's not like I'm the President of the United States." Well, at least that's what we imagine he's thinking as Bo pulls him down the path. What we do know is that the President is not alone in having a dog take charge of the walk. Check out our video, Pet On The Street, where dog owners answer the question: Do you walk your dog or does your dog walk you? ...

Kurgo Wander Pack Walking your dog doesn't have to be a complicated process. You grab a leash, some water, something to scoop poop, and you're out the door. But if you're trying to turn a simple dog walk into a serious workout, the right equipment will help you and your dog make the most of your time. Keep Both of You Well Hydrated Hands-free hydration is a cinch with a CamelBak hydration pack. We love that it holds enough water for a long walk or run. Not only is it handy for a quick sip, but it's easy to squeeze some water into your dog's mouth too. The zippered pockets have room for keys, a phone, a snack and even a collapsible bowl. Track Your Workout While You Walk Your Dog The ...

The Shabby Dog You know the old saying, "If your dog is fat, you're not getting enough exercise"? Well, even if you don't, we do think there's something to it. After all, there's little we love more in the world than working up a sweat on a long walk alongside our best buddy. This week's Pupercise Kit giveaway could help you and Fido shed some pounds and shape up for summer. The Shabby Dog Pupercise Kit includes a leash attached to a hands-free wristwatch cuff, allowing you not only to keep track of your time, but also makes it easy to hold a water bottle or even a hand weight. It also includes a pedometer so you can see how many steps you actually take on your daily walk, along with a ...

Rachel A. Cohen What animal lover hasn't daydreamed about ditching their desk job and applying for a job at the zoo? Or at a doggy daycare? Or tracking gorillas in Africa? We sure have, but since most of us may never actually get to work with the animals we love, we thought we'd introduce you to a few people who do. Name: Rachel A. Cohen Age: 24 Job Title: Dog Walker/Pet Sitter How did you become a dog walker? I have always loved dogs. I grew up bringing my family dog to off-leash in Prospect Park in Brooklyn. I met a retiree who wondered if I'd care for her dogs while she traveled for a couple of weeks. It turned into a regular gig, and the more I walked around with dogs in tow, the more ...