The alarm clock rings at 6 a.m. Is it dark outside or already light, depending on the season? You reluctantly get up, pull on your sportswear, grab the leash. The dog is already twisting at the door, wagging its tail, whining. A walk. The day begins. What seems like a routine to many is actually a ritual that changes everything. An early morning walk with a dog is not just about bathroom breaks. It's about health, connection, and the special magic of dawn. Why Morning Walks Are the Best Time for a Walk In the morning, the city wakes up. Few cars, fresh air, people haven't started to irritate yet. You and your dog are almost the only owners of the streets. You can walk without a leash (where allowed), throw a ball in an empty square, just walk and breathe. The dog is happy — sniffing new smells left overnight: a fox passed by, a cat, the neighbor's Labrador. For the dog, an early morning walk is the main event of the day after sleep. She looks forward to this moment like a child to a gift. Your shared time is the best time. You're not distracted by your phone, you look at her, she at you. It's the only hour during the week when you belong to each other completely. For you, an early morning walk wakes up your body. A sleepy head clears up after 10 minutes of walking. Metabolism starts, calories are burned (even if you're just walking). Oxygen enriches the blood. Energy for the day appears. An early morning walk ensures that the dog will sleep during the day and not destroy the apartment from boredom. A tired dog is a听话 dog. How to Make an Early Morning Walk Perfect First: prepare the night before. Leash, collar, poop bags, keys, wet wipes (in case the dog gets dirty). Put everything by the door so you don't have to search in a half-sleep. If you have a large dog, prepare yourself too: comfortable shoes, a windproof jacket. Second: get up 15 minutes earlier so you don't have to run. The dog doesn't like to rush either. Allocate at least 30 minutes for ... Read more