Walkydog day 1

Cmart559 · 03-12-2011, 07:27 PM

I just purchased the walkydog for my gsd's. Just a little background, my dogs are semi trained, never Been to obedience class an I'm learning as I'm going. I work 12 hr shifts so sometimes I don't have time to excursive my dogs the way they should.

I was dedicated to find something that would make dog workouts easier because I can't run two dogs alone. Found walkydog on utube and bought it. The first start of trying to get my dog hooked up to it was a challenge. Once I was able to get him attached I had problems starting off. Then once I wad able to go my dog picked up quick. He ran quite a Ways and he was able to get rid of all of that built up energy, I love it and would recommend it to all. It's durable and thick and it's worth the cost.

lanaw13 · 03-12-2011, 07:48 PM

I would love a picture… thought about buying one, really need a way to work off some doggie energy…!! Did you do two dogs at once? Did you use a harness or collar?

Lucy Dog · 03-12-2011, 07:54 PM

I've got a walkydog too. Works great and takes absolutely no training as long as your dog can do a decent heal.

Now that's it's almost spring time, I think I may have to start biking with lucy again. Thanks for the reminder.

**MaggieRoseLee** · 03-12-2011, 08:47 PM

Bike leash?

YouTube - WalkyDog Bike Leash Out of the Box & Onto Your Bike

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Chicagocanine · 03-15-2011, 09:12 PM

I used to have a K9 Cruiser bike attachment, I really liked it but it was stolen along with my bike so I don't have an attachment anymore.

I was sent a link to this one, it looks pretty good and I'm trying to decide if I should buy it:
Bike Dog Leash, Dog Exercise, Dog Training, Bike-A-Buddy, Bicycle Dog Leash

Rerun · 03-16-2011, 08:41 AM

Seriously thinking about getting one of these.

Do you think it would be crazy to ride a bike with the child attachment seat behind the adult and use the bike attachment as well for a well trained non-reactive dog?

I'd love to be able to go bike riding with my son (7 months now) in the local parks and take one of the dogs along as well, but I'm not sure how much the bike attachment really absorbs, and I likely wouldn't use it much if at all if my son couldn't go along with me.

Kris10 · 03-16-2011, 09:09 AM

Ride Your Bike & Walk Your Dog | Bike Tow Leash

I have used this for over year with Max. It's well designed, low center of gravity, semi-rigid, easy to install, etc (see link if you like). It attaches to the frame near the center of the rear wheel.

He runs on the side of the bike and can't go in front or behind. He can actually "pull" me a bit but still be beside the bike. This also allows me to sense quickly that he is slowing down, which is important as I do not want to overwork him.

I can fit on the sidewalk with him, but also I will often sidle up to the grass strip if available so I am on pavement and he is running on the grass. I had previously taught him turn left, right, halt, while walking and this made it so virtually NO additional training was required to use this.

I really like this piece of equipment and highly recommend it

Caledon · 03-16-2011, 10:57 AM

I have the Springer and love it. It has a lower centre of gravity and I can easily see her. I make sure that the leash that I use to attach to her harness is not too long so she cannot get in front of me.

The disadvantage of it is that you do take up a lot of space on a trail (a little bit more that walking side by side) so you have to make sure that you have enough room. It also does not fit my bike perfectly and I have to be careful where I position my foot on the peddle. I could hit the bar if I put my foot too far back. I go really slow and not for a long distance so this is not a problem.

I did look at the walky dog and liked it as well but I believe that it attaches to the seat pole. I don't have my seat up that high and I don't think it would fit. It would fit on my husbands bike.

I like the bike tow leash better than the walky dog because of where it is attached to the bike.

What ever the product, biking with your dog is a great way for both to get out and exercise.

mydogrocks · 03-17-2011, 12:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rerun

Seriously thinking about getting one of these.

Do you think it would be crazy to ride a bike with the child attachment seat behind the adult and use the bike attachment as well for a well trained non-reactive dog?

I'd love to be able to go bike riding with my son (7 months now) in the local parks and take one of the dogs along as well, but I'm not sure how much the bike attachment really absorbs, and I likely wouldn't use it much if at all if my son couldn't go along with me.

Using the walkydog with your son could be very dangerous and the web site says the product shouldn't be used on a bike with a child seat.

Chicagocanine · 03-19-2011, 11:09 PM

The one I linked to in my other post attaches to the rear axle, as does the K9 Cruiser which I used to have and liked:
https://www.k9cruiser.com/

03-12-2011, 07:27 PM	#1 (permalink)
Cmart559 New Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 1	Walkydog day 1 I just purchased the walkydog for my gsd's. Just a little background, my dogs are semi trained, never Been to obedience class an I'm learning as I'm going. I work 12 hr shifts so sometimes I don't have time to excursive my dogs the way they should. I was dedicated to find something that would make dog workouts easier because I can't run two dogs alone. Found walkydog on utube and bought it. The first start of trying to get my dog hooked up to it was a challenge. Once I was able to get him attached I had problems starting off. Then once I wad able to go my dog picked up quick. He ran quite a Ways and he was able to get rid of all of that built up energy, I love it and would recommend it to all. It's durable and thick and it's worth the cost.

03-12-2011, 07:48 PM	#2 (permalink)
lanaw13 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 292	I would love a picture… thought about buying one, really need a way to work off some doggie energy…!! Did you do two dogs at once? Did you use a harness or collar? __________________ Golden Breed's Zip It Up Osa, GSD baby 12-4-2010 Hurricane Harley CGC, Boxer Buddy Chopper the Drama Queen CGC, Boxer NUT! Hamlet, Kitteh (doggy chew toy) www.facebook.com/lana.westerfield

03-12-2011, 07:54 PM	#3 (permalink)
Lucy Dog Crowned Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Connecticut Posts: 5,180	I've got a walkydog too. Works great and takes absolutely no training as long as your dog can do a decent heal. Now that's it's almost spring time, I think I may have to start biking with lucy again. Thanks for the reminder. __________________ Paul

03-15-2011, 09:12 PM	#5 (permalink)
Chicagocanine Crowned Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 5,517	I used to have a K9 Cruiser bike attachment, I really liked it but it was stolen along with my bike so I don't have an attachment anymore. I was sent a link to this one, it looks pretty good and I'm trying to decide if I should buy it: Bike Dog Leash, Dog Exercise, Dog Training, Bike-A-Buddy, Bicycle Dog Leash __________________ Chicago Canine Bianca HIC CGC TT (GSD)

03-16-2011, 09:09 AM	#7 (permalink)
Kris10 Elite Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Southeastern NC Posts: 1,502	Ride Your Bike & Walk Your Dog \| Bike Tow Leash I have used this for over year with Max. It's well designed, low center of gravity, semi-rigid, easy to install, etc (see link if you like). It attaches to the frame near the center of the rear wheel. He runs on the side of the bike and can't go in front or behind. He can actually "pull" me a bit but still be beside the bike. This also allows me to sense quickly that he is slowing down, which is important as I do not want to overwork him. I can fit on the sidewalk with him, but also I will often sidle up to the grass strip if available so I am on pavement and he is running on the grass. I had previously taught him turn left, right, halt, while walking and this made it so virtually NO additional training was required to use this. I really like this piece of equipment and highly recommend it Last edited by Kris10; 03-16-2011 at 09:13 AM.

03-16-2011, 08:41 AM	#6 (permalink)
Rerun Crowned Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Indiana Posts: 5,608	Seriously thinking about getting one of these. Do you think it would be crazy to ride a bike with the child attachment seat behind the adult and use the bike attachment as well for a well trained non-reactive dog? I'd love to be able to go bike riding with my son (7 months now) in the local parks and take one of the dogs along as well, but I'm not sure how much the bike attachment really absorbs, and I likely wouldn't use it much if at all if my son couldn't go along with me.

03-16-2011, 10:57 AM	#8 (permalink)
Caledon Elite Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Ontario Posts: 1,787	I have the Springer and love it. It has a lower centre of gravity and I can easily see her. I make sure that the leash that I use to attach to her harness is not too long so she cannot get in front of me. The disadvantage of it is that you do take up a lot of space on a trail (a little bit more that walking side by side) so you have to make sure that you have enough room. It also does not fit my bike perfectly and I have to be careful where I position my foot on the peddle. I could hit the bar if I put my foot too far back. I go really slow and not for a long distance so this is not a problem. I did look at the walky dog and liked it as well but I believe that it attaches to the seat pole. I don't have my seat up that high and I don't think it would fit. It would fit on my husbands bike. I like the bike tow leash better than the walky dog because of where it is attached to the bike. What ever the product, biking with your dog is a great way for both to get out and exercise.

03-19-2011, 11:09 PM	#10 (permalink)
Chicagocanine Crowned Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 5,517	The one I linked to in my other post attaches to the rear axle, as does the K9 Cruiser which I used to have and liked: https://www.k9cruiser.com/ __________________ Chicago Canine Bianca HIC CGC TT (GSD)

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