Follow our tips for running with your doggo and you\u2019ll be ready for trail wags and pavement pitter patter in no time.<\/p>\n
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Running can be kind of a paradox. Many embrace the sport because it offers solitude. But sometimes running gets lonely. To make sense of this paradox (or any problem really), it\u2019s best to just add a dog.<\/p>\n
There are many benefits to running with your dog. You get an eager running companion who you know and trust. Dogs have great instincts and can help keep you safe. And they\u2019re great motivators \u2014 they\u2019ll keep you moving without ever judging your pace. All for a few head scratches, an occasional treat, and some water stops, which you should be taking anyway.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.9.0″ _module_preset=”default” column_structure=”1_2,1_2″][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.9.0″ _module_preset=”default” type=”1_2″][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/blog.brooksrunning.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Article_0315_RunningWithDogs_02_AM-V-2up_XL.jpg” _builder_version=”4.9.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_text=”Article_0315_RunningWithDogs_02_AM-V-2up_XL” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″ custom_margin=”|13px||||”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.9.0″ _module_preset=”default” type=”1_2″][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/blog.brooksrunning.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Article_0315_RunningWithDogs_03_AM-V-2up_XL.gif” _builder_version=”4.9.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_text=”Article_0315_RunningWithDogs_03_AM-V-2up_XL” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″ custom_padding=”|||15px||”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.9.0″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.9.0″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]
Bryan Bhark (yes, that\u2019s his real name) is a senior innovation footwear developer at Brooks Running. As a trail ultramarathoner, he spends plenty of time in the great outdoors with his pup.<\/p>\n
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\u201cRunning in the mountains with my 3-year-old vizsla, Cedar, is like having a training partner who is down for any distance, any speed, any condition \u2014 as long as there are treats and lots of post-run snuggles. He gives me an extra boost of motivation on tough runs because he never complains. He just keeps going and is happy to be in the moment. Cedar has accompanied me on runs up to 34 miles with over 14,000 feet of vertical gain with ease. Sharing miles with him has formed an inseparable bond between us. No run or adventure is the same without him.\u201d<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.9.0″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.9.0″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/blog.brooksrunning.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Article_0315_RunningWithDogs_04_AM-H_XL.jpg” _builder_version=”4.9.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_text=”Article_0315_RunningWithDogs_04_AM-H_XL” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.9.0″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.9.0″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]
What about the benefits for your pup? When you run together, your dog can stay in great shape, too. A healthy dose of the outdoors keeps fido from going stir-crazy. And, you are the center of your dog\u2019s universe \u2014 your pup likely wants to do whatever it is you\u2019re doing. Except for vacuuming the living room, maybe.<\/p>\n
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If you want to get into stride with your four-legged friend, there are some important safety considerations. Follow the tips below to keep you and your dog safe while out on a run.<\/p>\n
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According to the American Kennel Club, it\u2019s unsafe to run long distances with puppies because they haven\u2019t had their growth plates fully developed. Prolonged or rigorous exercise can risk injury in puppies.<\/p>\n
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Before you pick up the pace, make sure your dog is comfortable walking with a leash. You don\u2019t want to be mid-run and have your pup run circles around your legs. Be patient \u2014 training can take some time, but you\u2019ll want to teach doggo to avoid pulling on the leash before you get into full runs.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.9.0″ _module_preset=”default” column_structure=”1_2,1_2″][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.9.0″ _module_preset=”default” type=”1_2″][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/blog.brooksrunning.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Article_0315_RunningWithDogs_07_AM-H_XL.jpg” _builder_version=”4.9.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_text=”Article_0315_RunningWithDogs_07_AM-H_XL” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″ custom_padding=”|14px||||”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.9.0″ _module_preset=”default” type=”1_2″][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/blog.brooksrunning.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Article_0315_RunningWithDogs_08_AM-H_XL.jpg” _builder_version=”4.9.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_text=”Article_0315_RunningWithDogs_08_AM-H_XL” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″ custom_padding=”|||11px||”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.9.0″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.9.0″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]
If you can run in an area that permits off-leash dogs, make sure they never stray too far from you. Be 100% confident with your dog\u2019s recall ability \u2014 that\u2019s where you call your pup and can expect them to respond.<\/p>\n
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It\u2019s important to gradually build your dog\u2019s mileage over several weeks and months, and ensure they also get proper calories, hydration, and recovery, just like humans. Pay close attention to weather conditions \u2014 dogs don\u2019t do well in high heat or humidity.<\/p>\n
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Not all dogs are made to keep up with you on a run. Every breed is different, and so is every individual dog. Some breeds are built for speed and others, endurance. Working dogs like huskies and border collies are typically more suited to running with people over dogs like pugs and dachshunds. Ask your vet if it\u2019s safe to run with your pooch.<\/p>\n
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