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Or maybe just lazy,
Sign him up for Ruff Workouts.
We will start the launch
To lose his paunch.
He will become straight and slim
And develop limberer limbs.
It's a way for your dog to stay healthy and sound,
And perhaps channel his inner Greyhound.
For both humans and their pets, exercise is a key ingredient to good health, mental agility and longevity. Dogs in particular need adequate exercise to stay in peak physical condition and release their excess energy. After all, many dogs were bred to work alongside humans -- hunting, herding sheep, pulling sleds, performing rescue operations. When a sedentary lifestyle leads to a paunchy pooch, the additional weight puts undue strain on heart, hips and joints.
If you don't have the time or energy to exercise your dog properly, we have the solution: treadmill workouts!
With RUFF WORKOUTS, your dog can have a treadmill experience on a regular basis to:
- Lose weight
- Exercise in any weather
- Have a fun and vigorous workout even when you are unable to provide an outlet for your dog's energy.
We will train your dog to walk or run on a dog treadmill (we can also train your dog on a human treadmill) so your dog gets the optimal workout for his or her breed, size, age and energy level. Dogs will get the exercise they need--regardless of the weather--in a safe and supervised environment. Ruff Workouts is part of Pet-Estrian Services, a complete Pet Sitting Care Company that has served the Boston area since 1989.
Treadmill exercise can even help dogs with physical limitations--for instance, dogs with hip dysplasia benefit because the treadmill passively extends the hip by pulling the limb back, and dogs with osteoarthritis benefit from the weight loss that comes with increased activity.
If you have an exercise treadmill in your home, we will teach your dog to walk or jog on it. Then we will teach you to handle your dog on the treadmill so you can take over workouts--or we can continue the exercise program in your home or ours.
Exercise your dog in the comfort and safety of your home or ours, regardless of weather!
As with any new exercise program, we recommend that you consult with your veterinarian. Treadmill workouts should not replace regular walks for your dog, which should be an integral part of your pet's daily routine. For both exercise and mental stimulation your dog needs to get outside, so take your dog for walks or hire Pet-Estrian Services to do so.
Pet-Estrian Services offers a Start-up Package of three visits to acclimate your dog to the treadmill. Contact us for pricing and scheduling.
