Spring 2017 Dog Walking Challenge

kelster_feme wrote: »

kelster_feme wrote: »

Hi ok I have fallen off the exercise wagon and this looks like a good challenge for me and my pooch who also needs to loose some weight. He is older so we will start gently and hopefully build him up before the weather warms up. Can I add my husband also walks him so this isn't all he gets.
Walking Buddies: Milo
Weekly Goal: 2 x ten minute walks per week day. 2 x thirty minute walks per day at week ends.
How long/far did you walk this week?:
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I only managed one 10 minute walk yesterday. Too pushed for time after work. Poor Milo

You've got the rest of the week to make it up to Milo!

Despite the rain Danica and I went for a 35min walk. Now that the weather is improving I'm hoping to walk more. First I need to get better (sciatic nerve issues)

Yes!! Danica and I went on 2 walks today. In the morning for 2 miles and in the evening for another 3miles!! We are getting there

This is my 2yr old Cocker Spaniel, Bronwyn. We walk a mile 4-5 times/week plus regular walks.
Walking buddies: Bronwyn and Mommy
Weekly Goal: at least 5 miles
How long/far did you walk this week?:
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jenilla1 wrote: »

^ So cute! looks like my childhood dog, Snuffy.

Thank you! She's my shadow, and a spoiled brat with a capital "B", but she's my baby!

Lusitatissimum wrote: »

I'm new. I'd like to join this group!
I've got a mini poodle named Bay. We've been super lazy this winter, so I'm going to set quite a low goal of an hour a week. Want to start off with certain success and then add to the goal. I'll post a photo of Bay once I figure out how to do that!
I like this thread because of all the doggie photos! I could use some friends, both human and furred.

Down in the reply box, if you look above at all the icons, find the smiley face and go right until you see what looks like a piece of black paper with the corner folded down. Click on that to load a pic.

P.S. I had a beautiful standard poodle, but he passed away in October. Poodles are awesome! Let's see that pic.

jm216 wrote: »

Get outside and get fit with your favorite fur baby! Roxie and I challenge you to take a healthy stroll.

Set a reasonable goal for you and your pet and get moving.

Post your minutes or miles walking on a weekly basis.

Jump in and join us any time!

I will love this challenge later... Maybe next moth cause my dog is having eye surgery on the 3rd.

Walking Buddies: Jen and April (Apes) - golden retriever-standard poodle mix
Weekly Goal: Hit the long trail once or twice a week plus regular walks.
How long/far did you walk this week?: 9.25 miles

Successes: Got an extra hike in this weekend for more total mileage! First Pic below is Apes wiped out after a long trek in the hills.
Challenges: The early spring grasses that grow along the trails are starting to release their seeds. Digging all that crud out of my dog's paws each time we hike is a pain. Other Pics below are some of the seeds I have to dig out. These things love to burrow in and stick. They can be painful in between in toes! Sometimes they can get under the skin and cause infections. At least the ticks aren't out yet...

I love this idea! I'm a student and I feel so guilty when I don't find the time to give my puppy the walks she deserves. My goal for this week will be one 15 minute walk a day, and a hike once a week. I'm sure my little nugget will thank me!

Here's Maisy on two very opposite hikes (honestly I think she prefers the snow!)

Count me, Jack and Chloe in...