This morning I started the training of a senior dog so she can take walks on the treadmill.
Since they moved to Arizona, her daily walks are virtually gone and she has gained some weight, which can affect her joints as she dips deeper into her senior years; she is six now and probably 40 pounds.
It was fun. She is very smart and tried everything to get her prizes (bits of hot dog) without jumping on the treadmill.
We are halfway there. Her nails are long and when she heard the sound of them scratching the treadmill got anxious, so I asked the owners to have her nails trimmed and we will try it next week.
Wish me luck.
Have you taught your dog to walk on a treadmill? Do you have any anecdotes of tips you want to share?
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