This Fit Dog Friday, we are featuring Community member Kowboy Fred - a high flying Disc Dog with the perfect way to get active, burn off excess energy and have fun. He is described as "a wild Aussie stock dog who loves to fly after discs!" He has competed in disc dog classes and adores Toss & Fetch and Free Style. What an amazing action photo by Erika A. … [Read more...] about Kowboy Fred the Disc Dog
Dog Health
Swimming for Dogs
What a fun activity for Fit Dog Friday, even in Canadian Fall and Winter. Help your dog take the plunge and try swimming for Dogs. At Talent Hounds, we are always looking for fun ways to Be Active with our dogs. Swimming has been proven to be a very effective way for many dogs to get in shape safely. This week we are featuring Fit Dogs training centre. Fit Dogs offers … [Read more...] about Swimming for Dogs
BE proACTIVE Challenge
BE proACTIVE Challenge : Are you killing your dog with kindness? Over 50% of dogs are overweight and this can shorten their lifespan and increase your medical bills. So do the right thing for your pudgy pup (and yourself!!). Get more active and watch what you both eat. It gets a little harder, at least for me, when the weather gets colder. But you can still bundle up for a … [Read more...] about BE proACTIVE Challenge
Fall Hiking – Be proActive
Fall hiking is a great way to enjoy the beautiful outdoors and stay fit with your dog! There's nothing better than getting out with your best friend to do a bit of exploring. Now that the heat of summer is over, the cooler temperatures of fall make it more pleasant for your dog to be outdoors exercising, so take advantage. Check out your local dog park, dog friendly … [Read more...] about Fall Hiking – Be proActive
BE pro ACTIVE- Fight Obesity
BE pro ACTIVE- Fight Obesity. According to the US Centers for Disease Control, more than two thirds of adults in the US are overweight and more than one third obese! According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, almost 53% of all dogs are overweight or obese. We all need to watch what we eat and exercise regularly. US government recommends 150 minutes of moderate … [Read more...] about BE pro ACTIVE- Fight Obesity