Fitness Training

Due to lifestyle demands, how we keep and exercise dogs has become more challenging. Time and space is limited yet we still want to give our dogs the best we can. As the first qualified Fitpaws Master Trainer and Certified Canine Fitness Trainer in Ireland I offer classes and workshops in canine strength and conditioning. With Fitpaws learn how to :

• Increase trunk and core strength
• Strengthen the bond with your dog through interactive positive training
• Improved balance and awareness of the body’s position in space
• Improved reaction and control
• Increased range of motion in joints and elongation of the muscles

The benefits of working with your dog in this way can be applied to both pet dogs and working dogs.

Pet Dogs

During wet winter months it can be a challenge to ensure adequate exercise for your dog. Too little exercise leads your dog to become bored, destructive and even depressed. Is your dog a couch potato during the week and a weekend canine warrior? Couch potato dogs are often times over worked on the weekends and are more susceptible to injuries from having a weak core, being overweight and overworked. It is very important that these dogs have a conditioning program to prevent injuries. Just 5-10 minute sessions 3-4 times with a canine conditioning programme will help improve core strength and muscle tone for injury prevention and increased weekend performance.

Working Dogs

Working dogs have many of the same risks associated with highly competitive canine athletes and can reduce their risks of injuries by having a consistent physical training program. Working dogs will benefit from condition training from puppyhood to their working career, retirement, and beyond. Cross-training will help working dogs develop core strength, body awareness, and self-confidence.