Dogs and People who are physically active live longer and have a lower risk for obesity, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, depression, and some cancers. The recent International CES 2014 (Consumer Electronics Show ) was full of news of health and fitness wearables and gadgets, from smart watches, glasses, sensors and jewellery, to wristband fitness trackers and sleep … [Read more...] about Get Fit with Smart Wearables & Smart Apps!
Dog Health
Fun in the Adirondacks with Fitbit
Fun in The Adirondacks with Fitbit Happy 4th of July to all our American friends. I spent last weekend hiking, golfing and swimming in Keene NY in The Adirondacks with some of my closest friends. They have a beautiful cabin in the mountains quite near Lake Placid. The weather and vistas were spectacular. The "pond" water was even warm enough for me. Their gorgeous … [Read more...] about Fun in the Adirondacks with Fitbit
Fun Fitness Ideas – Ball Work for Dogs
It is Fit Dog Friday so we are exploring more exciting fitness ideas. Keeping your dog active is good for minds and bodies (theirs and yours), and ball work for dogs can be great exercise. Some breeds need lots of exercise each day, as well as mental challenges and games. They enjoy running, chasing and herding. Of course you can have fun throwing a ball in … [Read more...] about Fun Fitness Ideas – Ball Work for Dogs
Foods You Should Never Share With Your Dog
Keep Your Dogs Safe Don't Let Them Eat Foods They Shouldn't I confess - I am totally guilty of slipping Kilo the Pug little tastes at the table, especially on occasions like birthdays or Thanksgiving. We bond over our love of food much to my husband's chagrin. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-5vElo46Hbg However, there are a few human foods you should never share with … [Read more...] about Foods You Should Never Share With Your Dog
Fitness Fun
Fitness Fun TunnelPawlooza 2015 One of our favourite dog trainers Renee has opened a new facility for All About Dogs in Toronto. She is doing lots of fun activities. Check out the videos of TunnelPawlooza (a wonderful high energy fundraiser for Echo's therapy pool- Project Echo), as well as both beginner and advanced House League Agility. Great action shots by Suhaymath … [Read more...] about Fitness Fun