Even though it is the rainy season, your dog or should I say furchild, still needs exercise.This occurred to me as I looked at my four dogs laying around the house in various lazy poses.

I did make a resolution to exercise more, didn’t I? Yes, of course and here were my inspirations to do just that. If I were to pose the question to these four furchildren of mine, they would grab the leashes, then sit in front of the door waiting expectantly. No questions asked.

But really, who wants to pull on all the rain gear, gather the leashes, poop bags and if you have it, dog rain gear?I must admit it is a daunting procedure for me, especially with four dogs. However, I know it is important for dogs to get the proper amount of exercise, rain or shine.

If you find yourself making excuses, fear not, there are always other solutions to the dilemma of getting soaked in the rain. One solution is find a new, innovative and fun exercise to do in the house, such as the laser pointers. Dogs and cats love chasing those things. Still another solution is to find a dog walker. Just like the postman, they are always out there, rain, shine, hot or cold. Never failing in their promise to the four-legged world that they will be there for them no matter what.

Back to the present, what to do with this pile of furry bodies staring at me, reminding me that, “Oh yes, thats right”, I am a dog walker and they need to be walked..now.