http://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/ Engadget Comments for Doggy treadmill gets your pup in shape http://www.engadget.com/media/feedlogo.gif http://www.engadget.com en-us Copyright 2009 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/http://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/http://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/Jan 28th 2007 2:46AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/http://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/Jan 28th 2007 3:16AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/http://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/
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Douse it in petrol and light a match. WOOF!]]>Jan 28th 2007 5:22AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/http://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/Jan 28th 2007 10:00AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/http://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/Jan 28th 2007 9:56AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/http://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/

Ron, it actually isn't about laziness, but thanks for stereotyping pet owners you lazy nerd with nothing better to do but type up a response that shows absolutely no thought.

I have a blue heeler, and purchased a small treadmill for her to run on at the suggestion of a dog trainer who was trained by Cesar Milan (the dog whisperer). It's great because it's impossible to give some dogs enough exercise. My dog I typically walk for 1-2 hours a day, then run her on the treadmill for an additional 2-3 hours a day. About 3-4 times a week, we also go hiking for 3-4 hours a day, in which case I don't run her as much on the treadmill.

High energy dogs can go for 8 hours a day if you let them. You still have to watch them, as my dog tends to step off to the side just because she can. She has tripped once in the 6 months since I've used the treadmill, but she quickly caught herself and was not injured.

And for your information, the reason it's important to give high energy dogs so much exercise is because they tend to act out if they don't receive the exercise they need. That includes aggression, biting, destroying things, etc.

Now, if you are able to give a dog 8 hours of walking a day, every day, please tell me where you are and I'll pay you to walk my dog. I however, am in school full time, as well as working for the fire dept. My free time therefore is very important. While I do keep in shape by hiking, running, etc., there is no physical way to give a dog that much exercise and do anything else.

Next time think before typing, or better yet, don't type at all. ]]>Jan 28th 2007 11:51AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/http://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/People should do their research into a topic before committing themselves to something major be it a family, pet, etc. And yes I understand that life changes but things like that CAN be factored into a decision too. Esp when you are talking about a pet.

PS- Just because your dog recovered doesn't mean it won't strangle itself next time. Something tied around the throat is a BAD idea no matter which way you cut it. Imagine doing this to a person. Most people would think this is an asinine idea. People occasionally trip and so do animals.
]]>Jan 28th 2007 2:37PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/http://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/The treadmill exercise also helps dogs that might have a little anxiety. Just like people, excercise does the trick and is only helpful.
I am against dog fighting all the way, but, no against providing my dogs with a great tool like a treadmill.
Julia]]>Mar 6th 2007 3:26PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/http://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/
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who spend a *ton* of time everyday training working dogs. That said, it's still funny to watch.

From personal experience I can tell you that working dogs LOVE the exercise.

Also, no one I know EVER walks away from their dog when using these.]]>Jan 28th 2007 5:25PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/http://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/Jan 28th 2007 4:04PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/http://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/Feb 3rd 2007 5:36PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/http://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/http://www.transporttrends.com/mvnforum/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=1035

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And the lease over the neck is a bit much. I personally use a harness, and there is enough room that my dog is able to jump off should she so choose, hence part of the reason I am never more than 30 feet away when she is on the treadmill.

As for being lazy, I'll bet I can run circles around you. I hike approximately 20 miles a week, swim 3 times a week (36 laps at a time, about 1 hour, or 1 mile for those who don't know), and then work out when I'm at work (lift weights, run on a treadmill myself, etc.). Probably what, about 10x the exercise you get? Go eat your mcdonalds.]]>Jan 28th 2007 10:00PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/http://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/Jan 30th 2007 9:17PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/http://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/
If you can walk out a dog, don't buy one.]]>Jan 29th 2007 2:49AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/http://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/
If you can walk out a dog, don't buy one.]]>Jan 29th 2007 2:49AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/http://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/Jan 29th 2007 4:34AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/http://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/Jan 29th 2007 5:48PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/http://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/
And so sorry I missed an "h." You know what, I'll turn myself into the grammar police when I get home, okay? Till then, you might want to go wander out of your parents basement for longer than an hour a day.

]]>Jan 30th 2007 11:17PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/http://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/authority on working dogs and their needs. However, you blurt out
incorrect grammar, ignorance, and insults continuously to unknown
individuals. From what I have previously seen posted, you are FAR
from an expert in the field of canines. In fact, no one who has
posted their opinions has the credentials...including myself.
Therefore, read them, agree or disagree to yourself, and get over it.
You feel that you are on a pedestal. You are babbling ignorance when
you refer to unknown idividuals as children, lazy, and more. Learn
how to be an educated and grammatically correct individual. Again,
your jargon, "That means is requires more exercise than say someone
sitting on his couch all day like you can provide" makes absolutely
no grammatical sense once again. Roll your eyes, type ignorance once
more, and make yourself look even more ridiculous. We all have
opinions....
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Anywho, I never said I was an expert. If you read my previous posts, you'd see where I mentioned how I was working with an expert dog trainer, who was trained by Cesar Milan, one of the nation's top trainers. So for once, you are right, I am FAR from an expert. However, the things I have been told do come from an expert. In particular, the woman I'm working with has helped to rehabilitate hundreds of dogs. She owns rehab centers both where I live and in California as well. In fact, she currently is rehabilitating more than one of the breed that I own. Chew on that for a while.

In all truth, you get on my nerves at a personal level. I suppose that's why I even bother replying to your rambling posts that aim solely at attempting to discredit me (again, I'll discredit myself long before you do, but have fun anyway). As for my grammar, get over it, the last time I checked, this was not a research grant, nor a submission to Science. Quite sad actually that you have nothing better to do with your time than to pick over my posts and find grammatical errors. Stands to reinforce my previous assumptions though, so I do have to thank you for that.

I await your less than stellar response trying to poke fun at my grammar...]]>Jan 31st 2007 9:55PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/http://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/Well, I consider myself flattered. I'm actually astounded that you admitted you weren't an expert. I never was trying to discredit you or your grammar...I was just trying to make you aware that when you're in a room compiled of various people, you will always find different views. To babble negativity directed at an individual due to opposing views is RIDICULOUS. Also, when it doesn't make grammatical sense ...it makes you seem...well...hmmmm. As for you personally, I feel sorry that you poke at people for fun. It deeply saddens me. I previously read many of your comments...I would hope someone in your profession would behave better. Oh, and by the way...I'm anxiously waiting for my valentine. I decided to purchase you a personal copy of, "Gregory and the Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day." It reminds me of you! ]]>Feb 1st 2007 8:42PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/http://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/Feb 1st 2007 8:41PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/http://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/Believe it or not I find him to be a great deal of Company! Yet I also feel a responsibility to provide for him in every way I can ....this includes his physical health! So if anyone can tell me where I might purchase this Item I would greatly appreciate it.]]>Feb 14th 2007 11:31AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/http://www.engadget.com/2007/01/28/doggy-treadmill-gets-your-pup-in-shape/How about on rainy and snowy days or for disabled people like me who have a guide dog and want it to get enough exercise. They are also used for pet rehabilitation. Sure some might be used by "lazy" owners but not much. Get a grip on yourselves!]]>Feb 18th 2007 9:14PM