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Can dog running help my rescue dog?

Dog running is a great way to help rescue dogs find confidence. Running is great for all dogs, but it is especially beneficial for rescue dogs and those dogs recently brought home from shelters. Rescue dogs and dogs suffering from “shelter shock” need a healthy way to release nervous energy and form positive bonds with humans. Many rescue dogs have fear-based behaviors that stem from their difficult starts in life. They may be overly timid…

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Rebecca WarrenDecember 5, 2019

Wistful dog on chair

Mental Health

Can dog running help separation anxiety in my dog?

Can dog running help treat separation anxiety in dogs? Yes, it can! Separation anxiety in dogs is a difficult experience for both dogs and their humans. It can be triggered by a change in your routine (transitioning from working at home to working in an office), a change in location (moving to a new house) or by a change in your family (the loss of a companion in the household). No matter the cause, the…

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Rebecca WarrenDecember 1, 2019

French Bulldog running

Mental Health

Why is my dog bored?

Do you think your dog is bored? You might be right! Dogs are wonderful companions. One of the reasons we love sharing our lives with dogs is because they are smart and interesting animals to spend time with. Their intellect and capacity for learning and enjoying new things means that dogs are also able to experience and suffer from boredom. Just like humans, dogs need to be stimulated both mentally and physically on a daily…

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Rebecca WarrenDecember 1, 2019

Rave Reviews

“Kimberli transformed my shy, shelter-shocked rescue dog into a confident, happy, and playful pup in just a few short weeks. Kimberli’s loving nature and patient coaching helped my sweet pup find her joy and confidence through their regular running sessions. My sweet Nike girl stopped barking at every dog we passed on the street and began to trot happily next to me on our own walks and runs. The bond that Kimberli and Nike have is undeniable, and I am forever thankful for the wonderful gift she gave my sweet girl and me, strengthening our bond and increasing the joy we share on a daily basis.”

-Nike’s Mom