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Q: Are you really the first dog running company in Denver?
Q: Are you an alternative to dog walking or dog daycare?
Q: I already have a dog walker, so why do I need you?
Q: Is your company bonded & insured?
Q: Do you offer a “Free Trial” so I can see if my dog likes to jog?
Q: Do you have references I can contact?
Q: Where do you exercise my dog?
Q: Do you exercise more than one dog at a time?
Q: I work during the day. What times do you come and how do you get into my home?
Q: What forms of payment do you accept?
Q: How many hours can a dog run per week?
Q: At what age should I start exercising my dog?
Q: Are certain breeds better suited for running?
Q: At what age should a dog stop exercising?
Q: Why is exercise important for senior dogs?
Q: Will running help my dog's hip dysplasia?

Q: Are you really the first dog running company in Denver?

A: Denver Dog Joggers LLC are proud to be the first professionally operated dog running company in Denver that focuses on providing a dog running service! Following the enormous success of the very first dog jogging service in the world, Running Paws, Inc. based in Manhattan, NY, Denver Dog Joggers LLC became a Running Paws Certified Program Partner. Our goal is to provide the same high standard of customer satisfaction that Running Paws built their business on. We were trained by the best!

Q: Are you an alternative to pet sitting, dog walking or dog daycare?

A: Yes and no. Denver Dog Joggers LLC do provide a potty break opportunity, but our service goes one step further than providing potty breaks. The goal of the session is to get your dog’s heart rate up, expend some pent up energy and ultimately improve your dog’s health and fitness level.

Q: I already have a dog walker, so why do I need you?

A: A dog walker does not give sufficient exercise for your dog. Although we as humans walk around, this does not constitute exercise for an active dog. We need to get the heart pumping and paws (legs) running! 

Q: Is your company bonded & insured?

A: Yes, we are bonded and insured to protect you, your pet, and our staff. As part of our introductory meeting we will present our certificates for both. You should always ask for proof of these before entrusting your pet with any care provider. Reputable providers will happily provide you with proof of their policies.

Q: Do you offer a “Free Trial” so I can see if my dog likes to run?

A:Yes, during the introductory meeting we take your dog on a free trial run. The meeting is an important start to our relationship with you as we introduce ourselves to you and your pet. At this meeting we bring a list of references, go over the details of what to expect if you hire us, and take your pup out for a quick run or fast paced walk to get an idea of his/her abilities.

Q: Do you have references I can contact?

A: Yes. We have build a substantial client base here in Denver. We have received rave review on Goolge and Yelp from our clients. In addition Denver Dog Joggers LLC will refer you to Running Paws, Inc., based in Manhattan, NY. Seth and Josh are the co-owners and will serve as references for Denver Dog Joggers LLC.

Q: Where do you exercise my dog?

A: It depends on where you live. Our preference is to use parks and open spaces in your neighborhood. If these are not close by, then we will jog on sidewalks. We want to make the most of your dog’s 30 minute session, so we will choose a location with the least amount of traffic that also avoids unnecessary travel time.

Q: Do you exercise more than one dog at a time?

A:  Yes, but we never jog more than two dogs at once. The number of dogs per jogging session depends on the service you choose. The Special Attention services are exclusive to your pet. The Companion service allows a maximum of 2 dogs at a time.

Q: I work during the day. What times do you come and how do you get into my home?

A: We customize our runs for each dog.  Our pickup time slots are from 11:00 am – 3:45 pm, and we will accommodate your time preference as best as is possible. If you have a doorman, we ask you to leave keys for us with them. If not, we keep a copy of your keys or door code with our staff.

Q: What forms of payment do you accept?

A: We accept Visa, MasterCard and Discover Card.

Q: How many hours can a dog run per week?

A: Certain breeds can easily log up to 35 hours a week, according to the book Running With Man's Best Friend by Davia Anne Gallup (Alpine Publication, 1986). It really depends on the type of breed, your pet’s age, and the dog’s current fitness level.

Q: At what age should I start exercising my dog?

A: Ideally, an exercise plan should be established when your dog is still a puppy and should continue throughout your pet's life. As your dog ages, exercise tolerance and requirements can be adjusted. In general, 8 months or older is an appropriate age to begin exercising.

Q: Are certain breeds better suited for running?

A: A 30 - 45 minute walk or a 15-minute romp several times a day is minimal exercise and is NOT enough to meet the average dog's needs. Active breeds such as dogs from the sporting, herding, hound and terrier groups, northern breeds and any mixture of these and virtually all adolescents require much more exercise! However, a few breeds do require very little exercise to maintain good health and will derive little benefit from running. For more detailed information about a particular breed, please visit http://www.dogbreedinfo.com.

Q: At what age should a dog stop exercising?

A: Ideally, an exercise plan should be established when your dog is still a puppy and should continue throughout your pet's life. As a dog ages, exercise tolerance and requirements will change. Your veterinarian will want to perform a complete physical exam on your pet and discuss exercises that are appropriate.

Q: Why is exercise important for senior dogs?

A: Exercise is important for your elderly dog for many reasons. First of all, exercise helps maintain a healthy body weight. Being overweight may lead to a number of health problems. It places excess stress on your pet's heart. When the heart doesn't function properly, other organs may suffer including the brain, lungs, liver and kidneys. Over time, these problems may become severe enough to cause life-threatening conditions.

Osteoarthritis is degeneration of joints. This problem may develop during a pet's geriatric years causing pain and discomfort. Excess weight on these joints can speed up the disease. Moderate exercise can help to delay the continued degeneration of joints that are affected with osteoarthritis.

Your elderly dog's mental health may also benefit from exercise. Activity keeps oxygen and other nutrients like glucose (blood sugar) at optimum levels in the brain. The brain is like every other organ in the body in that it requires good nutrition.

Q: Will running help my dog's hip dysplasia?

A: A light, short jog may be particularly beneficial for dogs with dysplasia because little active extension of the hip joint is required; rather, a light jog passively extends the hip by pulling the limb back. The dog then actively advances the limb. This activity may be especially beneficial early in the conditioning program while other treatments are initiated.

Additionally, weight loss results in greatly decreased progression of osteoarthritis. Appropriate exercise and training will also maintain muscle mass that will help improve stability of the hip joint, maintain endurance and maintain the health of cartilage.