Puppy Doberman & other small dogs learning the treadmill game.

Treadmill time... Treadmills are so misunderstood by many in the petbdog community.
We have been asked countless times:
- "Why do you have those? Do you fight dogs?"
- "why can't you just walk your dog?"
- "its abuse to force the dog to walk?"
- etc etc etc
Well, we disagree 1000%. Unless you are walking your dog 5 to 10 miles a day, 7 days a week, odds are, you aren't doing enough. A treadmill session does not replace the interaction and need for a walk outside. It supplements it. Still take your walk together.
Fight dogs? I'm not even addressing that silly comment..
Abuse? To keep your dog healthy, engaged, and moving, we don't see that as abuse in any form!!
Movement is a powerful form of medicine for both humans and dogs. Engaging in physical activity releases endorphins, reducing anxiety and stress. It promotes mental clarity, emotional neutrality, and stability by enhancing neurotransmitter function and overall well-being. Regular exercise is essential for maintaining a healthy mind-body connection, benefiting both species in various ways.
#dogs #dogtraining #dogtrainerforreal

[@thirumuruganarumugam3881]

Oh my god just let them free 😂

[@DogtrainerRidgesideK9]

They are. This is fir fitness. They are walked 10 times a day. This is an important aspect of training.

[@training_tyson_official]

I’ve considered getting one for my dog, but he gets very anxious when dealing with the unknown, and I worry that he would get really scared. He might just feel out of control, and forced into a situation that he doesn’t understand, both of which would scare him.

[@DogtrainerRidgesideK9]

They still need a walk, but these are great for fitness and mental health.

[@training_tyson_official]

@@DogtrainerRidgesideK9 yeah, absolutely, but I’m afraid I’m in a condo at the moment, so I figured he needs a lot more than just walks. The treadmill would basically replace a backyard.

[@SkippysMisadventures]

I feel like this is something that *looks* cruel but isn’t all that cruel

[@DogtrainerRidgesideK9]

Please please tell me why it looks cruel?

[@SkippysMisadventures]

@@DogtrainerRidgesideK9 It’s a first assumption type thing. It kinda looks like it would be “overworking” or something like that (I don’t think that I just know that some people would think it would be like that)

[@ApidaeY]

Take them for a walk outside 😒

[@DogtrainerRidgesideK9]

They are! 10 times a day. But a walk isn't for fitness. A walk is for a walk. They are both needed.

[@SkippysMisadventures]

If you jog indoors are you not jogging?

[@Olivia_thegoldenretriver]

They don't...😭 My dog just sits whenever i take her outside or eat dirt or just want to run here and there never walk