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“if you can’t fly then run,

January 8, 2015 | 14 Comments

if you can’t run then walk, if you can’t walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward.”

– MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.

Role models - Claire and Monty show us how it's done!

Role models – Claire and Monty show us how it’s done!

Who says running can’t be fun?
Especially, when your best friend is your running partner.

I always enjoyed walking; a form of physical exercise that can also have a mentally calming, and a mind-clearing effect.  I would walk forty minutes to work and back home at the end of the day.  I would walk with my husband in the evenings and with friends and friends with dogs on the weekends.  Now, I enjoy daily walks with my dogs.

Even though he’s small, Henry has an abundance of energy, and he loves to run, full throttle along some of the beautiful trails we have in our area.  Unfortunately, he is not so good at recall (that’s me being kind; HE CAN NOT BE TRUSTED).  So, for Henry to be able to fly like the wind, one of his people has to be at the end of his leash!

Anyone, who has attempted to become a ‘runner’, knows this title is not assumed overnight.  It takes time to build speed, and stamina, and proper technique so as not to injure yourself.

I started out by joining a running group and met new friends in the process.  Such groups are becoming quite popular; if there’s not one in your area, why not start your own?  Guides and other tools are readily available online.

One such group is The Running Room.  Although dogs are not invited to participate, there are several groups you and your companion can join later.  When you’re able to keep up with your dog!

For information about upcoming workshops, visit http://www.runningroom.com/

Our friends Claire and Monty, are great examples of teamwork and as you can see from the video, both truly enjoy the experience.   Claire shared with us the following sentiment;

We have been running canicross for about 14 months now. We run as part of Ashridge Canicross Club and we run on a Wednesday night (in the dark) and Sat mornings when my shifts allow. We have competed quite a few races in 2014. 

All our runs are on the trails and many normal running races are now allowing Canicrossers to take part as it is becoming so popular.

The photo and Video is from Ashridge Club race weekend. As a club it was our first race that we had organised and it went really well. We love it because it keeps us both fit, great socialisation for Monty and the bond between us since we started running together is something I can’t really describe.

I thought we had a great partnership before but since being involved in this our friendship has gone up another level. He gives me his all when he is running and when he sees the harness coming out, he goes bonkers! And if he is happy I am happy.

https://herandherdogs.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/ClaireandMonty2015-01-04-10.38.32.mp4

Well done Claire and Monty; you have set a great example for the rest of us!

Photograph courtesy of Houndscape Photography – thank you Vicky Stipetic
http://houndscape.co.uk/

Ashridge Canicross Club
http://ashridgecanicrossers.org.uk/

 

 

Categories: HEALTH & WELLNESS Tagged: Best Friend, Dogs, Enjoy Life, Fun, Play, Run, Walk

Comments

  1. Sarah Edwards says

    January 8, 2015 at 3:43 pm

    Love this article especially as it involved my old club the Ashridge Canicrossers! 🙂 Sarah

    Reply
    • Sadie says

      January 9, 2015 at 7:18 pm

      Hi Sarah, so nice to meet you! I love the concept of your blog – a great resource for social pets and their people!
      Thanks for visiting our site.

      Reply
  2. Emma says

    January 9, 2015 at 3:26 pm

    Mom has been a runner her whole life, so it has never been difficult for her to get out and just run. One of her friends calls her the energizer bunny of running. She has run with dogs all her life too, and she says they are the best training partners one can have. Running without a dog is just no fun!
    Emma recently posted…One Year Of Nose WorkMy Profile

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    • Sadie says

      January 9, 2015 at 7:28 pm

      Dogs make everything better! Thanks Emma

      Reply
  3. Spencer the Goldendoodle says

    January 9, 2015 at 10:25 pm

    I had no idea there was anything like this! Thank you so much for sharing this topic!

    Reply
    • Sadie says

      January 10, 2015 at 1:08 pm

      My pleasure. Thanks for visiting our blog!

      Reply
  4. Christine & Riley says

    January 9, 2015 at 11:39 pm

    Wow, what fun. I haven’t run in a few decades, but before I was hurt, Riley and I began running. I never knew this Shih Tzu had it in her. She runs at the perfect pace for me…I was very impressed by that :).
    Christine & Riley recently posted…Shih Tzu Pain During Exercise & other dogs too!My Profile

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    • Sadie says

      January 10, 2015 at 1:06 pm

      It’s funny how some people assume little dogs don’t need much exercise. The same can be said about large dogs needing plenty! It truly depends on the dog.

      Reply
  5. Cathy Armato says

    January 11, 2015 at 3:14 pm

    Great post! My Husky is super high energy & loves to run – I wish I still had the energy, and the knees, to take up running.
    Cathy Armato recently posted…Can You Afford Your Dog? Financial Peace of MindMy Profile

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    • Sadie says

      January 11, 2015 at 8:00 pm

      Thanks Cathy, Hopefully your Husky is okay at recall and can run circles around you while you walk at your own pace.
      Thankfully there are many ways we can enjoy them as they enjoy the great outdoors.

      Reply
  6. Valerie says

    January 12, 2015 at 7:45 pm

    Congrats on being nominated for the One Lovely Blog Award! You can see your nomination here: http://thekitchenrevival.com/2015/01/12/fishtacobowlsandonelovelyblogaward/

    Reply
    • Sadie says

      January 13, 2015 at 7:42 am

      Thank you so much Valerie. This is such an honour!

      Reply
  7. Ruth Cox says

    January 20, 2015 at 3:33 am

    I absolutely loved this article! I have not heard of canicross before this and will be researching it! My hound dog would have to be tethered to me too, ha! I’ve already started jogging a bit with him in the neighborhood each day, good exercise for old me and for young him!
    Ruth Cox recently posted…Great White Waterbird HunterMy Profile

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    • Sadie says

      January 20, 2015 at 12:47 pm

      Thanks Ruth!
      Be sure to come back and let us know what you find out about Canicross.
      Hopefully there will be a program near you.

      Reply

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