I work one-on-one with clients and their dogs as a certified canine and strength and conditioning (fitness) coach. I begin by understanding the client’s goals for their dog and assessing their fitness level. Based on the information above, I design a fitness program for clients to perform at home with their dogs. The program is open to puppies, adolescents, and senior dogs.
Please note that a Canine Strength and Fitness Coach does NOT diagnose, treat, or rehabilitate a dog from an injury or post-op. As such, it is NOT a substitute for rehabilitation services from a DVM.
Foundation Fitness
This is the start of your dog’s fitness program. After the initial assessment, we will meet for a 45-minute session once a week for six weeks.
Your commitment is to train with your dog with the fitness program that I created in between sessions. Ideally, your dog will attend “your gym” three times to four times a week.
You will share your training sessions via short video submission so I can give you feedback between sessions.
Advance Fitness Program
Once you and your dog have learned the basics of Canine Fitness and Conditioning, you may enroll in the Advance Fitness program.
Advance Canine Fitness is similar to a person’s fitness journey: it involves more reps, challenges, and variety. We also use more challenging (and fun!) equipment with our dogs to improve their fitness and achieve lasting results.
The program requires similar commitment from you in between sessions. Still, the scheduling of the training sessions is different: We will meet every three weeks for six months to assess and modify or increase exercises as needed, review equipment set-ups, and answer questions.
I like to support my clients between in-person or remote sessions by having them submit videos of their training sessions and providing timely feedback.
Please contact me directly so that I can learn more about your goals.
Who should consider working with me?
- Anyone interested in the overall fitness of their dog as described above.
- Anyone interested in having their dog learn new skills that will give them confidence (standing in better balance provides a sense of safety and well-being, for example).
- Anyone who is looking for appropriate ways to dispel their dog’s energy.
- Those who enjoy learning new things with their dog for fun and a better relationship.
- Clients that would like alternative options to daily dog walks, dog parks, and the like.
- Owners who are involved in sports with their dog or enjoy an active lifestyle
What are the benefits of working with a Certified Canine Strength and Conditioning Coach?
- Increases proprioception and posture of the dog.
- Improve appropriate weight distribution, muscle mass, flexibility, and muscle tone.
- Fitness may prevent injury from daily activities such as hiking, canine sports, and daily living.
- Appropriate for puppies eight weeks and older.
Behavior benefits:
- Increase in tolerance in handling and comfort with their environment.
- It can increase the dog’s confidence level and problem-solving abilities.
- Provides the dog with an excellent physical and mental workout. You may skip the walks!
Testimonial:
Almudena, I just want to say thank you for working with Larry & me & the girls to help us learn some fun things to do on a day like this when we can’t get out for a walk or an outing. It has been wonderful to learn more about fitness & helping restore balance in the girls’ systems.
Thank you for your patience & perseverance with us. You are a wonderful teacher & we have so enjoyed our training with you. l! ☺️ We have learned a lot & will definitely engage our girls in some activities that we had no knowledge of before. Many thanks again for your beneficial & fun classes! 🙏🥰♥️🐾🐾 Melissa Campbell, Santa Fe, NM.