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In this blog post I'd like to talk about a great new dog running program created by Audrey, who is a veterenarian in Brisbane and her husband Francis, an ultramarathon runner. Based on the well known Couch to 5K (C25K) program (which is aimed at helping people train to run 5 kilometers), her Pooch to 5K program is modified for people running with their dogs. The c25k has a couple of pretty decent increments in running time and because dogs can't...

If you live in Australia, exercising your dog may soon be a requirement as opposed to an option. The RSPCA is proposing new laws to be implemented, requiring that dogs are walked at least once a day, have adequate food and water, and are not chained up. Dog owners could face fines of up to $12,000 and even jail time for failing to comply with the laws if they get passed. Personally, I think that these new dog exercise laws, if passed, would de...

At least one person per day people has been reaching 1 Fit Mutt through the search term "frustration with running with dog". One of the most common reasons why running with your dog can get frustrating is pulling. The best way to overcome this frustrating dog running problem is to teach your dog not to pull. There are many different training methods and techniques out there and each dog trainer and dog owner will recommend different things....

Many dog owners seem to never have enough hours in a day. You work, cook, clean, pick up your children, and perform countless other chores. How are you meant to find time to go out and exercise your dog when you barely have time to play with your own kids? Sometimes it seems like tossing a ball around the living room and feeding your dog is all you can possibly have time for. Here are some ideas you can use to free up some time after work (as...

Hiking can be a great activity to do with your dog. Regular hiking trips can help to keep your dog in shape and allow both of you to see new sights and experience new environments. It's important to stay safe and know what to expect before setting out to hike with your dog. When preparing to go for a hiking trip, here are a few things you’ll need to remember to bring along for your dog: A leash, preferably longer than 6 feet which allows so...