Teddy LOVES The Treadmill!

Jo_in_TX · 03-19-2013, 11:33 AM

My poor Teddy isn't get as much exercise as she needs, since I'm undergoing chemo treatments.

Anyway, my daughter put her on the treadmill last weekend and she just loved it. Today she did thirty minutes at a moderate-to-fast walking pace. I don't think it would be safe for her to run since I think her stride might get too long.

She jumps right on when called!

My Teddy really misses the dog park, though.

Bear GSD · 03-19-2013, 11:56 AM

Sorry you're having to go through chemo, I hope it's not too bad for you. I'm sure Teddy is being good about not being able to go to the dog park as much. I know Sunflowers uses a treadmill for Hans, but it's one that is specially designed to use for dogs. I'm sure using a regular one for just moderate paced walking is fun for Teddy.

Hoping the best for you and Teddy, I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers

Jo_in_TX · 03-19-2013, 12:03 PM

No, it's not too bad. It's just that my blood counts can drop quickly, so I have to be very careful. There are drugs for that, too, but I prefer to cocoon safely at home with only a few trips out and stay as healthy as possible.

On the other hand, the drugs for nausea are so good right now, some people actually work through chemo treatments. I have some problems with stomach upset the first week and it's not pleasant, but it's nothing like you see in the old movies where you'd rather die than take treatment. It's toally doable.

Just wanted to put this out there to encourage others who may need treatment someday.

Meanwhile, I feel sorry for Teddy, but as a member of the family, she is just going to have to suck it up like everyone else. This, too, shall pass.

Dante's mom · 03-19-2013, 01:36 PM

You have an amazing attitude! Teddy is lucky to have you.

I have used a treadmill for Dante since he was little. He loves it too. I started using one when my husky was diagnosed with diabetes as a way to really regulate her exercise and her blood sugar.

Best of luck to you and a speedy recovery. Please keep us posted.

Daisy&Lucky's Mom · 03-19-2013, 02:06 PM

Jo My thoughts and prayers are w/ you. Gotta agree you have a great attitude, Take cae and remeber Teddy's biggest wish is for you to be well but I bet she loves the treadmill. Take care.
Maggi

Jaders · 03-19-2013, 02:24 PM

Yay glad Teddy loves the treadmill!!
Gunner loves it too!!
I will keep you in my prayers!!!

Dainerra · 03-19-2013, 06:33 PM

if Singe could figure out how to turn it on, he'd never get OFF!

Jo_in_TX · 03-19-2013, 07:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dainerra

if Singe could figure out how to turn it on, he'd never get OFF!

Oh, that's funny!

Thanks, everyone, for the encouraging words. I'm doing well and can't wait to resume a normal life again with Teddy. I used to take her to the dog park five days a week, early in the morning when a really nice group of regulars (people and dogs) are there.

I hope to resume in May.

Dainerra · 03-19-2013, 08:51 PM

lorihd@comcast.net · 03-19-2013, 08:55 PM

healing thoughts and prayers comming your way, its wont be too long before you and teddy are enjoying the dog park again. of course the dirt and mud she will be bringing in is a whole other story, lol

03-19-2013, 11:33 AM	#1 (permalink)
Jo_in_TX Master Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Houston area Posts: 766	Teddy LOVES The Treadmill! My poor Teddy isn't get as much exercise as she needs, since I'm undergoing chemo treatments. Anyway, my daughter put her on the treadmill last weekend and she just loved it. Today she did thirty minutes at a moderate-to-fast walking pace. I don't think it would be safe for her to run since I think her stride might get too long. She jumps right on when called! My Teddy really misses the dog park, though. __________________ *Jo & Teddy,my female german shepherd, born Christmas Day, 2011 "One reason a dog is such a lovable creature is his tail wags instead of his tongue."* - Unknown

03-19-2013, 11:56 AM	#2 (permalink)
Bear GSD Elite Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Boulder, Colorado Posts: 1,930	Sorry you're having to go through chemo, I hope it's not too bad for you. I'm sure Teddy is being good about not being able to go to the dog park as much. I know Sunflowers uses a treadmill for Hans, but it's one that is specially designed to use for dogs. I'm sure using a regular one for just moderate paced walking is fun for Teddy. Hoping the best for you and Teddy, I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers __________________ Bear GSD 10/16/11 Elsa GSD 12/23/03 - 11/10/11

03-19-2013, 12:03 PM	#3 (permalink)
Jo_in_TX Master Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Houston area Posts: 766	No, it's not too bad. It's just that my blood counts can drop quickly, so I have to be very careful. There are drugs for that, too, but I prefer to cocoon safely at home with only a few trips out and stay as healthy as possible. On the other hand, the drugs for nausea are so good right now, some people actually work through chemo treatments. I have some problems with stomach upset the first week and it's not pleasant, but it's nothing like you see in the old movies where you'd rather die than take treatment. It's toally doable. Just wanted to put this out there to encourage others who may need treatment someday. Meanwhile, I feel sorry for Teddy, but as a member of the family, she is just going to have to suck it up like everyone else. This, too, shall pass. __________________ *Jo & Teddy,my female german shepherd, born Christmas Day, 2011 "One reason a dog is such a lovable creature is his tail wags instead of his tongue."* - Unknown

03-19-2013, 02:06 PM	#5 (permalink)
Daisy&Lucky's Mom Crowned Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Ohio Posts: 3,675	Jo My thoughts and prayers are w/ you. Gotta agree you have a great attitude, Take cae and remeber Teddy's biggest wish is for you to be well but I bet she loves the treadmill. Take care. Maggi __________________ Daisy 11/26/99-7/25/12- Lucky- GSD Rescue 2/16/2002 Thunder from the East: adopted 1/25/2013 Miss Chevy Cruz - adopted 1/25/2013

03-19-2013, 02:24 PM	#6 (permalink)
Jaders Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 271	Yay glad Teddy loves the treadmill!! Gunner loves it too!! I will keep you in my prayers!!! __________________ ~ Jesi Gunner - GSD (Adopted 6/29/12) Hero - GSD ( Awaiting at the bridge for me )

03-19-2013, 01:36 PM	#4 (permalink)
Dante's mom Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Longmont,CO Posts: 60	You have an amazing attitude! Teddy is lucky to have you. I have used a treadmill for Dante since he was little. He loves it too. I started using one when my husky was diagnosed with diabetes as a way to really regulate her exercise and her blood sugar. Best of luck to you and a speedy recovery. Please keep us posted.

03-19-2013, 06:33 PM	#7 (permalink)
Dainerra Crowned Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: N. Central Arkansas Posts: 5,229	if Singe could figure out how to turn it on, he'd never get OFF!

03-19-2013, 08:51 PM	#9 (permalink)
Dainerra Crowned Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: N. Central Arkansas Posts: 5,229

03-19-2013, 08:55 PM	#10 (permalink)
lorihd@comcast.net Knighted Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: hillsborough nj Posts: 2,970	healing thoughts and prayers comming your way, its wont be too long before you and teddy are enjoying the dog park again. of course the dirt and mud she will be bringing in is a whole other story, lol

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