Running With Dogs

Here’s how to get your dog in tip-top running shape.

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Jae Thomas, CPDT-KA
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Running with your dog can be a great way to keep both of you in shape.
Running with your dog can be a great way for you both to get exercise and stay in shape. However, to avoid injuries and make sure your dog is having a good time, be sure to build up slowly to longer, faster runs. Credit: Maria Levkina | Getty Images
What’s better than running by yourself? Running with dogs, of course. If you run regularly, running with your canine companion is a fun way to spend time with your pup while providing physical exercise. But don’t just start running with your dog — follow these steps to ensure your pooch will make a good running companion and is set up for success.
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Jae Thomas, CPDT-KA
Jae Thomas, CPDT-KA
Jae Thomas is an e-commerce journalist, editor, and dog trainer based in Colorado. She graduated from the New York University journalism program in 2020, and has written commerce content for publications like Mashable, Apartment Therapy, Bon Appetít, and CNN. Jae has tested hundreds of dog products, and isn’t afraid to say what is or isn’t worth a reader’s time and money. Jae shares her life with mixed breed Muddy Paws Rescue alum, Miso, and Rough Collie, Dashi. Jae competes in various dog sports with her pups, and lives for clicker training, free shaping, and desensitization. She is also a member of the Collie Club of America and has an interest in the health and versatility of Collies.

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