Why Run With Your Dog?

Research suggests up to 40% of our dogs are overweight, and they suffer from the same health complications that overweight people do. Veterinarians are becoming concerned about the increase in joint pain, heart disease and other obesity related illnesses in dogs.

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Find a Dog Running Group

It's always more fun starting a new activity with company. There are Pooch to 5k groups being established in many areas. You'll be able to start running with your dog under the guidance of an experienced instructor, and make new friends while you and your dog get fit.

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Start a Running Group in Your Area

Love to run, and love spending time with other dog lovers and their canine best buddies? You could start a Pooch to 5k group in your area.. It's much more motivating when you're exercising with other people, and you could turn it into a business if you are that way inclined.

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About Us

Hello!

My name is Audrey, I’m a veterinarian with 20 years experience in small animal practice. That makes me feel pretty old!

I have a passion for preventative health care and obesity management in dogs, and that includes regular exercise. It’s good for their body, and it’s good for their mind. It’s also great for your relationship with your dog. I also have an interest in dog behavioural problems and how to manage them.

I have trained and competed in dog agility, obedience and also dabbled in flyball and frisbee.

I run with my Australian Working Kelpie, Guinness. He’s an awesome dog. He can run forever, but being black, he does tend to get warm in the Queensland sun. He and I both love the trails, and we’re also lucky enough not to be too far from the seashore, and that too is a great place to run.

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Hi!

I’m Francis, I too have a solid background in dog training and obedience. I’ve been running for years, and I love ultra events on the trails. I am also an accredited athletics coach.

I run with Cinnabar, my Australian Cattle Dog. He tends towards being a bit curvy around the middle, so I need to keep up his exercise. He’s great company on a run.

Why not send us a note and introduce yourself. We’d love to share your dog’s journey to fitness and better health.

Thanks to Tim Miller from Dreamcoat Photography for the use of these images.