A canine behavioural expert has urged all dog owners to take their pets on a "sniffari" to help them get the most out of their exercise. While nearly all dogs enjoy going outdoors, specialist Paula O'Sullivan highlighted the significance of a 20-minute walk that stimulates their senses.

On TikTok, she asked her followers: "Did you know that a 20-minute 'sniff walk' is equivalent to an hour's aerobic exercise for your dog?" Paula continued: "This is especially helpful for any dogs with limited activities, such as puppies, elderly dogs or even injured dogs." She also noted that when resting, dogs breathe at approximately 30 breaths per minute – however, while walking, this increases to 60 and when running it's 90.

And more significantly, the specialist advised: "When they are sniffing, it's 150 breaths per minute – that's how stimulating sniffing really is for your dog."

Paula also described sniffing as "hugely dopamine-activating" as she disclosed: "This means they really enjoy it – dogs see the world through their nose and they have 300 million scent receptors compared to our five. It's just mind-blowing."

She concluded by emphasising that all dog owners should use this to their advantage, stating: "If your dog has limited exercise at the moment or you're just short on time and want a quick walk on your lunch break, then take them on a 20-minute 'sniffari'."

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