Adopt A Walking Buddy (NAPSA)—Adopting a furry friend not only saves your new buddy’s life; it might improve your health. As the thermometer drops, many people head indoors, giving up on regular exercise routines. Science has shown that consistent activity is a key tool in reaching and maintaining a healthy weight. Finding a furry exercise buddy who needs to go for a walk regardless of the weather can be one of the most effective ways to achieve consistent exercise. ZV ofr shite @ Walking is a safe, easy way to get some exercise and adopting a dog is all the inspiration you need to get moving. To help walking buddies connect, Weight Watchers, a trusted name in weight loss, and North Shore Animal League America, the world’s largest no-kill, pet rescue and adoption program, have teamed up for the Adopt a Walking Buddy campaign. The campaign launches in October and will run through the winter. During the League’s Adopt a Walking Buddy Adoptathon, North Shore Animal League America will be open 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. For information on the Adopt a Walking Buddy campaign or to find a shelter near you, visit www. animal-league.org/walkingbuddy. Editor’s note: October is Adopt-A-Shelter Dog Month.
