1 Fit Mutt

Today's post features Scott and his dogs Kona  the 3 year old 70lb Husky/Golden Retriever cross and Penny Lane the 2 year old 28lb Whippet/Pit Bull cross. Scott takes his dogs' health and exercise seriously. No matter the weather, they go for a 45 minute walk each morning. Then, in the afternoon, they also go for a bike ride: Our rides are generally between 15 and 20 km and take an hour or a little more. - Scott Scott's dogs are expected ...

You need to take some safety precautions when cycling with your dog. Fatigue and Heat Exhaustion Paws Traffic Laws Harness vs Collar Other animals Fatigue and Heat Exhaustion Always keep a close eye on your dog while cycling to make sure that it does not become fatigued or get heat exhaustion. Watch closely for the following signs of fatigue and exhaustion: Rapid, heavy panting Dripping mouth Glazed-over eyes Staggerin...

Some people don’t feel safe cycling while holding their dog’s leash or tying it to the handlebars or seat, nor is it a good idea for some dogs to cycle off leash (and this isn’t a good idea for any dog when you’re cycling in built up areas with cars around). Here are some bike attachments that you can use to keep your dog and yourself safer when cycling if leash-holding or off-leash cycling isn’t for you. Springer BikerDog K-...

So you’ve decided that you’d like to start cycling with your dog. First, let’s take a look at some basic factors which will influence your and your pooch’s cycling. Your dog’s breed and size Your dog’s fitness level The temperature/weather Your Dog's Breed and Size A pug will never be able to run as far or as fast as a border collie. Whereas some dogs (such as herding breeds) tend to need a large amount of exercise other ...