GAIT K9 Strength & Conditioning

12/08/2024

11/08/2024

It’s toe bean Sunday!

I realize Toe Bean Tuesday would sound catchier, but here we are. 😆

Do you trim your dog’s pad fur? It really helps with grip around the house.

26/03/2024

Hello Spring! Okay, so there’s snow on the ground still. But double digits are coming next week! I’m feeling inspired. 😄 Let’s get MOVING!
Fully insured for both 🇨🇦 & NOW 🇺🇸 customers as well!

Below is a link to my Intake/History Form + Liability Waiver.
*Please note Canine Conditioning is for healthy dogs only. If your dog is injured, you should be working with your vet and rehab team to make sure your dog is completely healed from that injury before beginning any conditioning plan.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPWKOp4qttiNkZOqQ-vbAWSte4oiZfJO1ExbI1uSFDDvHF1A/viewform

24/03/2024

We always end our training session with an “all done!” Followed by a treat toss. How do you end your training sessions?

06/03/2024

Is there any warmer feeling than when your dog snuggles in on your shoulder? You know, when they put their head there, and then give that little nuzzle to cozy down? ❤️

29/02/2024

Add a photo to any design Sm. License plate or FRP Oval Crate Tag for $5 extra

28/02/2024

Mini 2x3" Aluminum or FRP $15
All Others $20

Shipping $3 in Canada. US TBD

28/02/2024

25/02/2024

🌟🔥SUNDAY SUPERSTAR 🔥🌟 Introducing Deuce! As smart as he is handsome, this guy will be super fun to work with.

18/02/2024

Just like for us, conditioning exercises aren’t always fancy to be effective. It’s about control, proper form, repetition. Making sure you’re targeting the right muscle groups effectively. Before we introduce unstable equipment or increase challenges, we work on solid surfaces, making sure the dogs are able to perform the exercise appropriately, and have proper form before moving on.

Wanna learn more? PM me. ☺️

20/01/2024

Figure 8's! I am teaching Journey each direction, with thoughtful movement. We will work towards full Figure 8 configuration, then multiples. A great cardio option during these cold winter days!

Figure 8’s are great for improving proprioception (limb awareness), and stretching through the spine. It provides a great warm up for continuing exercises. We love them!

Our goal is to trot slow and controlled around the cones keeping a flat back & natural head position.

(I used a target stick to teach the behaviour. Journey can get over zealous when using food lures in movements like this.)

14/01/2024

We spent the weekend renovating my fitness room. Brought our special artwork of our beloved Cabot out from the bedroom. The perfect finishing touch. ❤️

10/01/2024

Cavaletti set up on a budget!

I ordered these cones on Amazon, and they serve the purpose great! I have enough for a cavaletti set up of 6 inside, and a set up outside. For the poles, you’ll need to buy some plastic broom sticks, or if you’re handy, cut some 3/4-1” plumbers pipe.

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I love cavaletti, and have seen some amazing results with them.

Should we plan a little cavaletti online zoom? 🤔😁

10/01/2024

We have a cold snap coming. Cavalettis are set up in the dining room. 😁
*photo in comments

06/01/2024

Do you trim your dogs’ fur around their paw pads?

Even short hair breeds like boxers can get long fur around their toes. Trimming it back will help them with traction around the house. Kiss’s needs trimming, so using the opportunity to show you how the fur can grow out over the pads, before I give them a trim. Just a quick zip with our clipper, and good to go! I’ll post after pics in the comments when they’re done. 😃

30/12/2023

How’s the ice in your areas? Our roads & paths are so full. Really impedes getting out for walks. We need to scope out some backroads. 🤔

Today the dogs and I are working on some figure 8’s. Journey hates taking breaks. Can you feel his impatience? He has a puzzle toy for proper breaks. I’ll have a quick video on that soon!

17/12/2023

Spent the week reorganizing, and opening up floor space in the studio area. Added a large tv for zoom classes (stole it from my bedroom, picture me lugging that back and forth every night for my Christmas movie marathons 😂)
I’m excited for the new year! Lots new coming!

15/12/2023

ALL SOLD. WOW, you guys rock!

Platforms & Stacking Bars are here!

I’m super excited to offer these limited edition platforms. Right now I have sitting/target platforms available. Larger standing platforms will be available in the new year. These are well built with 3/4” plywood tops covered in 1/2” rubber, 2x3 legs with grip tape at the bottom to prevent slippage.
Stacking Bars are 1.5x3.5” or 1.5x5.5” with grip tape applied to both sides as shown.

Availability:

10x12” (approx) Platform $30ea:
Teal - SOLD
Lime Green - SOLD
Pink - SOLD
Red - SOLD
Blue - SOLD
Orange - SOLD
Purple - SOLD

12x16” (approx) Platform $40ea:
Teal - SOLD

1.5x3.5x24” Stacking Bars (Set) $30:
Pink - SOLD
Lime Green - SOLD
Purple - SOLD

1.5x5.5x24” Stacking Bar (Each) $20:
Teal x2 - SOLD

Personalize for $5ea

02/11/2023

Here we go!!! Now accepting clients! 😃
I’m so excited to start working together.

*Due to insurance restrictions, I can only offer consultations within Canada. I am looking to expand that coverage to include international in the coming months.

18/10/2023

📌📌📌COMING NOVEMBER 1📌📌📌

I am officially a Certified Canine Strength & Conditioning Coach! Working hard preparing material & getting all my 🦆🦆🦆 lined up.

Watch for the official opening announcement. Super excited to start working with you & your dogs!

29/09/2023

There are many signs of fatigue. Did you know snatching their snacks too harshly can mean your dog is tired? As can stopping taking snacks, backing up, walking away…. What else?
Always watch for signs your dog is tiring, and take a break.

29/08/2023

Journey & Kiss are super excited to announce that we are official retailers for Smack Pet Food!

Especially learning new behaviours, we go through a lot of treats. It’s important not to overfeed, so by offering Smack as a meal replacement for part of their daily raw food, they’re getting a yummy snack AND all the nutrition they need.

We wanted to be able to offer that same yummy goodness to our clients.

Did you know it’s Canadian 🇨🇦? Made right in Manitoba!

28/08/2023

The future smells fantastic! 🥰