🐾 Ever wondered why dog parks exist? It wasn’t just for fun… they started as a response to stricter leash laws and crowded cities, giving dogs a safe place to run, sniff, and socialize off-leash. And it turns out, that freedom might actually help them live longer. A study showed that higher on/off-leash gait speeds (a marker of dog activity) were linked to better memory and longer lifespans — suggesting more active dogs age more gracefully. Try taking your dog to a park this weekend — then look at their smile after. That’s pure happiness. 😊 #dog #dogpark #pets #animals #pubity