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Want to run with your dog? Tips on how to nail canicross – the dog-running sport sweeping Europe
4 years ago
4 min read
If you’ve got a dog, it’s time to put them to good use. Forget being pulled along by your canine friend on your daily walks – get fitter by trying canicross, the European sport originally designed for sleigh-pulling dogs.
In the past year, dog ownership in the UK has shot up by 44%. Lonely lockdowns have made Brits realise that we need companionship, and what better chum could you possibly have than a woman’s best friend?
However, as many of us are called back to the office or saying goodbye to more time spent at home, our dogs might be feeling the brunt of this harsh post-lockdown reality. Perhaps you’re beginning to struggle to fit in dog walks, commutes and your favourite gym class. The result? You’re knackered and your dog is under-exercised.
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