Dog exercise is essential for keeping your furry friend happy and healthy. Whether it's a leisurely dog run through the park or an adventurous Paws Trot on a scenic trail, regular activity is key. Join us for a paws trot that will engage your dog and meet their exercise needs!
Dogs are made for endurance. In nature, they catch their prey not by speed but through correlated long chases, showcasing their natural ability for dog exercise. Survival of the fittest is a major determining factor in the animal world, and for dogs, what better way to demonstrate this than through their amazing gift of four legs for a dog run? Most humans find it quite challenging to keep up with a dog, which is why you often see dogs pulling their owners. (It's important to never walk your dog solely by collar and leash, as this can choke the dog; instead, use something that provides an equal squeeze around the neck, like a Martingale collar.) Establishing a good rapport built on trust with a dog is of utmost importance to me, and it’s the first thing I focus on before any service is provided. I am always observant of the environment and constantly reading your dog's communication cues. "Don’t do none if it ain’t fun" is my motto when it comes to dog exercise, and I ask for their cooperation in return. Combining this philosophy with my dog training and experience of raising my own pack, I have developed my own unorthodox yet effective method, which I am excited to offer you as PawsTrot. I start with short walks and gradually extend them, introducing the dog to a manual scooter. I don't ride it yet; I want the dog to get used to it being around. I also observe the dog's reaction to wheels, working to desensitize them to the scooter. Once desensitization is complete, I introduce the joy of the experience by presenting either a sit-down or stand-up e-scooter, depending on the dog. I find a safe, secluded spot where the dog and I can enjoy a run. Here, I demonstrate to the dog that I am the survival of the fittest, as I ensure they don't get ahead of me while keeping pace with them. The dog enjoys exercising at their own pace, stopping when and where they like, while I skillfully lead. This may need to be repeated on separate occasions until the dog picks up on the important communication cues necessary for refining future excursions. After these stages, I can then teach all the different dogs I've encountered so far the commands Curb, Stop, and Cross. The result is good behavior from your dog on their adventure with you, making every Paws Trot a delightful experience.