Looking for fellow dog owners

crobinson53

My dog (beagle) does c25k with me... week 4 starting tonight

Me too!! Week 6! She's getting buff. Just be sure to check your dog's pads after each run. They can become cracked, sore, and infected.

jogdog

I have a 1 yr old black pit mix that I walk a few times a week. I originally got her to be my running buddy, but that did not work out well. She is not a jogger/runner. She loves to run in the yard, but she's more of a quick burst, sprinting kind of dog.

One day I decided to take her for a little bit longer walk than normal (most of the walk was on grass and in the shade). With about half a mile to go she laid down and would not budge!! LOL! When I looked at her and pleaded with her to keep going she gave me a look that said, "I don't think so b*tch!" She was not going to keep walking and I couldn't get her up (she is a master of becoming the heaviest dead weight). After about 10 minutes of laying down pretending she was dead, SHE decided SHE was ready to keep going. When we go walking, it's like she knows how long we've gone and she becomes impossible after 30 min. She is very obedient during the walk, it's just that when it's a bit longer she wants nothing to do with it.

jogdog

I have a 1 yr old black pit mix that I walk a few times a week. I originally got her to be my running buddy, but that did not work out well. She is not a jogger/runner. She loves to run in the yard, but she's more of a quick burst, sprinting kind of dog.

One day I decided to take her for a little bit longer walk than normal (most of the walk was on grass and in the shade). With about half a mile to go she laid down and would not budge!! LOL! When I looked at her and pleaded with her to keep going she gave me a look that said, "I don't think so b*tch!" She was not going to keep walking and I couldn't get her up (she is a master of becoming the heaviest dead weight). After about 10 minutes of laying down pretending she was dead, SHE decided SHE was ready to keep going. When we go walking, it's like she knows how long we've gone and she becomes impossible after 30 min. She is very obedient during the walk, it's just that when it's a bit longer she wants nothing to do with it.

Elbee1

I am happy to find this thread. I have a Catahoula Leopard Dog - 4 yrs. old and a mixed bread mid-sized dog who is at least 14 years old... possibly older (we adopted her from a shelter even though she was already a mature dog). The younger dog is about 60 pounds and the other is 33 pounds.

They have to be walked separately as the older dog doesn't like other dogs -- she is terrible just seeing them. She does well with my other dog but not strangers. When no other dogs, she is a very good walker, but due to her age I cannot take her more than a mile.

The younger dog also is terrible on a leash. I am hoping to find a good one on one trainer to teach me how to handle her. I can't seem to teach her and she is very smart. She excelled as a puppy in her classes, but after a break from them... I haven't been able to keep her walking with me well -- including using Gentle Leader). Halti worked better than the Gentle Leader, but she cannot open her mouth wide enough to carry a tennis ball with that on and she pants especially much with it. So, I don't like it on her.

I always wanted a dog to go jogging with, so wish that I could train the younger dog. Right now, it is not fun walking her as she stops and sniffs stuff constantly and I have to say "leave it" far too often. Too much starting and stopping. Takes forever to walk as I REFUSE to walk with her pulling. I will NOT be pulled by a dog.

So, I am happy to find this thread as I still want to walk them 1-2 times per day. It has been terribly hot here, but I think it is just starting to cool a little. I will check in later today after I've walked them.

nowornever47

I was wondering if anyone has a dog that they would like to incorporate into their work out? I was thinking of starting a dog walkers club and we would walk our pups for at least 25 minutes a day. Then maybe we could add other things to make it more interesting.

It's great to see all of the dog lovers/walkers on here! I have a 9 yr old black lab named Chevy that LOVES his walk! We try and walk him every night -otherwise he lets us know he's bored, ha ha. When he was a pup we could run as much as we wanted (not that I was in that kind of shape then), but now that he's older and getting arthritis, the tables have definitely turned. It was funny actually - I said if anyone is watching me - about 35 min into our walk, coming back up the hill - I said I'm going to try and jog up this hill... let's make it to the top, Chev! So here I am jogging - more like trotting up the hill but almost dragging him behind me and he has this look on his face (like the female dog mentioned here) - you're kidding, right? I'm going as fast as I can! So... I think he's slowing down but I as I work my way towards my goal I'll be able to run longer... and let Chevy do the walking... I thought it was pretty funny... LOL May all your doggie walks be good ones!

Elbee1

Walked older dog 1 mile. Lots of folks at the park by my house. She tried to chase a bird, but I wouldn't let her off the leash. Too many dogs around. It was great seeing so many people outside.
Then, I took the younger dog and she was friendly with the little girls who wanted to pet her & to a dog that wanted to meet her. So, other than her normal starting and stopping and running ahead... it was fun! We walked a mile, too.

Troll

Took my monsters for walkies again. Apparently Rogue (my pitty) has lost some weight, as her collar came off in the middle of a disagreement with HarleyQuinn over who should roll in the mud hole first. I'm glad they were scuffling, because Rogue is a notorious dasher. You WILL NOT catch her unless she stops to potty. Whew.

Roxanne003

A new week! I took Sparky for a nice long walk this morning. 4 miles along the canal. I didn't really expect to see anyone, but there were a couple of joggers, some bike riders and other walkers. It was so nice to actaully see some scenery instead of houses, and cars, a kids walking to school. Now that it's actually getting a little cooler in the am, I think we'll be walking along the canal more often. I have to remember a couple of things like a hat, and sunglasses. Oh and not to wear jeans, some capri's would have been better. The sun is still hot even though the air is cooler. Everyone enjoy your day!

Elbee1

I walked with dogs yesterday & today. 7:40pm last night and 8:30am today. Hot both times!!! Younger dog doing soo much better around people and other dogs. Older dog is walking well on her leash but was slower moving this morning -- poor baby. She is 14-18 yrs. old. Nothing interesting except for the lady walking 6 or 7 Lhasa apsas (? spelling). I don't know how she does it! All of them are cute as can be and no barking going on or whining or pulling. She did pick one of them up when she saw us. They all looked meticulously groomed, too.

sarahmaryfearnley

Ugh, that was a very trying walk and one I'm not used to given that mine are 6.5 and 2.5 years old. It reminded me of some things I've learned about dogs over the years and thought they might help y'all too. It's just IMO stuff and I will not be offended if you do not agree.

1. Ok, so you've decided you're going to exercise and get healthy. You're most loyal furry friend should also be thrilled about suddenly walking every day or spontaneously going for a jog when their whole life the most exercise they have done is a couple of sprints around the backyard in the excitement of you coming home. Go slowely. It's taken me 5wks of c25k to run a mile continuously. Our furry friends need to build up to exercise too.

2. Tired dog = happy dog = obedient dog. When they are strong enough to run/jog or take long walks remember that those first 5min they are on FIRE and the last thing they want to do is mind you. Our general routine consists of a somewhat out of control, lots of pulling 5min until we get to the open fields, then they run like like crazy for 10-15min, and we have a very pleasant on leash walk home for another 10-15min. This is the time to work on heal position, politely waiting to cross streets, etc.

3. When they are on leash, keep those collars tight and leashes short. Our dobi HATES the Gentle Leader and chewed through it a few weeks ago so we've been indulging her with just regular collar and leash but I keep her collar extremely tight on walks. It really helps with our communication. In general, our whole family is naked at home, dogs included. Collars are only for outings. Unless you have a dash-out-the-door friend, then of course I would want them tagged and identifiable at all times.

4. I'm going to wager that 99% of our furry friends save their business (1 and 2) for that daily walk. I usually am loose with them the first 2-3 blocks while they take care of their business but then we walk in the street. There are a lot fewer smells and interesting distractions in the middle of the street than on the sidewalk. Of course, this depends on what kind of neighbourhood you are in.

Roxanne003

So sorry I haven't posted anything lately. I have been walking with my pup. I upped the walk to 4 miles, and we walk along the canal. I should have been doing this all along! I get lost in my thoughts so I'm always surprised when we've gone 2 miles and have to turn around and head back. Wednesday we heard a flock of geese heading south. I kept telling them to turn around, it isn't time to head south yet! All they did was continue on their way. It has been so enjoyable walking along. Well need to get ready to go again. I think it has warmed up enough. At least the sun is shining brightly. Have a nice day, and I'll be back to talk about what we see today. :happy:

meerkat70

I bet your dog is delighted that he's getting extra walking in! :-)

Roxanne003

Wow, did I get lost this morning on our walk. We just kept on walking and the next thing I know I'm looking around, I passed the 2 mile mark (not by much though). We ended up doing a little more than 5 miles. We saw some boats on the canal. There were a lot of bikers and joggers too. The sun kept playing peek-a-boo and there was a nice cool breeze definetly coming out of the northwest. In the winter time our weatherman would call it an Alberta clip. It was so relaxing. Hope everyone has an awsome day!

Elbee1

I've been walking the dogs, everyday. My younger dog is doing much better on the leash.
This afternoon, my older dog ... who has pretty much lost her hearing.... evidently still must have great vision! She saw a squirrel way across the street running along the top of a fence.
I'm so happy that i got our walks in before the rain started. Great to have rain here in Texas, but my dogs turn into basket cases with the thunder & lightening. Especially my older dog!

meerkat70

We did 4.5 miles with ours yesterday. First half hour we did c25k, then walked the rest. Dogs loved it. :-)

Roxanne003

We didn't walk 4 miles today. Almost 2 miles. My hips and knees were hurting this morning. It was rather chilly out, must have been the dampness. Does that sound old? We didn't go to the canal this morning. We walked around the neighborhood. It was pretty quite.

Roxanne003

Sorry I haven't posted anything in the last few days. We have been walking 4 miles a day, along the canal. It has been perfectly beautiful out in the morning. We see a few people riding, walking, and jogging along the path. I took pictures. Now I just have to figure out how to post them. Well that's all that is happening here.

Roxanne003

Well today and yesterday we walked for 45 and 30 minutes. We were trying to dodge raindrops yesterday, and this morning we didn't have any rain. It's muggy out though so it would be nice if it would rain. Lots of clouds, maybe this afternoon some rain will bring relief. Well that's all for now. Until next time....

Roxanne003

Well me and Sparky walked for 4 miles this morning. We walked for 105 minutes, and it was a good walk. We didn't walk along the canal, this time we walked from one park to another that are connected by paths along the river. I did take some pictures of the river gorge from the foot bridge that crosses the river, the parks are across the river from each other, That's about all.

beaner1st

I am dog sitting another dog for a couple of days and walked with her and my own today. I swear for most of the walk they had me exercising my mind and flexibility more than my body as I figured how to walk two dogs. It was still fun.