Abstract
The highest proportion of dogs, in Sweden, is found in urbanized counties. Today's sedentary lifestyle leads to worsened health conditions and higher abundance of diabetes and cardiovascular diseases among humans and dogs. While dog ownership leads to an increase in recreational walking is not clear how the urban landscape can contribute to motivation and perceived access.
Highlights
The highest proportion of dogs, in Sweden, is found in urbanized counties
While dog ownership leads to an increase in recreational walking is not clear how the urban landscape can contribute to motivation and perceived access
This study investigates how cities and the urban landscape can be better planned and designed to support dog walking, and through this promote physical and social wellbeing among people and animals
Summary
The highest proportion of dogs, in Sweden, is found in urbanized counties. Today’s sedentary lifestyle leads to worsened health conditions and higher abundance of diabetes and cardiovascular diseases among humans and dogs. While dog ownership leads to an increase in recreational walking is not clear how the urban landscape can contribute to motivation and perceived access
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