How To Start Running Your Staffie

by **Steve** Sun Apr 22 2012, 20:06

Frequently Asked Questions

How To Start Running Your

Staffie

How To Start Running Your Staffie

Here are tips to start off on the right paw. When you make yours and Stafford's experience a great one, it's a routine that you both will want to keep.
Pro and Cons of Running with your Staffords

Pro's

Running with your dog can give you a sense of security.
A dog is almost always ready and willing to run.
Your pup will never critique your running form or make fun of your get-up.
A dog does not talk on and on when you are just trying to run.
A dog does not care if you run the same boring route every single day. And he does not care if you spontaneously change your daily route. Rover is generally equally happy either way.
This vigorous exercise will make your dog a happy dog.(You gotta love how if you get your dog used to running,he or she will actually shame you on those lazy days to get your butt out the door.)

Con's

Dogs like trees. And water hydrants. And fence lines and bushes.
Oh, I smell something over there. I should check it out.
I am going to eat that squirrel over there.
Hey, there's another dog!

First Time? What to Think About Before Running
Just because your pup likes to run around, he or she is not necessarily reading for long-distance runs or jogs with you.

Age
Puppies are still growing. You can get them started with you to get used to the routine. However, you shouldn't have them running long distances until they are at a couple of years old.

If you run with a young dog, be sure to allow intervals of rest while running to build stamina and give muscles and joints time to strengthen and rebuild. Check with your veterinarian for specific needs.

Older dogs can run too. They really should have a good check-up before you look at long distances.

Dog Leash Training and Running
Your running experience will be so much better if your dog is not yanking your arm out of your socket every time she sees a squirrel or smells something fascinating.

Before running, your dog should be good about walking on a lead (and not tugging or walking away). Also, you may want to invest the time to train your dog to heel so he or she is running with you and not "running you".

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