Get Out & Go! – Skinner's

“How Canicross changed my life at 59”

Beth Lankester — Wed, 17 Aug 2022 11:18:03 +0000

Written by DogFit UK Back in October 2020, we launched our first ever DogFit podcast. We kicked off with an episode we called ‘questions, fun and fears’, which led to a really fun and interesting conversation with Carolyne and Kelly, two complete newbies to Canicross. We talked about the first steps towards getting started and about gaining confidence on the trails.

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How do I get involved with agility?

Beth Lankester — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 11:58:07 +0000

If you’re interested in teaching your dog something new, agility is a fun and exciting sport that offers many benefits to both dogs and handlers and can be enjoyed by any dog no matter what breed they are. With so many benefits to both you and your dog, it’s hardly surprising that agility is so popular. But that’s not say you have to be a professional dog handler to get involved.

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What is the Kennel Club International Agility Festival?

Beth Lankester — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 09:26:37 +0000

As we count down to this year’s International Agility Festival, let’s shine a spotlight on the festival and how Skinner’s is involved this year. Returning for its seventeenth year in 2022, the Kennel Club International Agility Festival (IAF) is the world’s largest agility festival for dogs and their owners. Over the course of the festival, dogs of all sizes and agility grades will…

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Can gundogs do Canicross?

Hannah Aldridge — Mon, 20 Jun 2022 09:47:28 +0000

Written by DogFit UK At DogFit, we are often asked whether any breed of dog can Canicross, or whether some are better at it than others. We reply that, yes, pretty much any dog breed can do Canicross, but there is one particular dog group that we know takes to the sport really well. Gundogs such as Spaniels, Pointers, Viszlas and Labradors make popular family pets due to their loving…

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New year, new challenge! What to expect from a Canicross class with DogFit

Georgie Skinner — Tue, 04 Jan 2022 17:08:57 +0000

Written by DogFit UK As we begin a new year, it is also a time to start thinking about new challenges. One that we think should be on your ‘to do’ list for 2022 is to give the wonderful sport of Canicross a try. Hands-free trail running with your dog is the hot new sport that is guaranteed to bring the fun back into exercise! DogFit run Canicross classes all across the UK but what can…

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Give the gift of fun and fitness!

Hannah Aldridge — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 15:41:43 +0000

Written by: Ginetta George, DogFit Christmas is coming and if you are looking for the perfect gift we’ve compiled some lovely Christmas present ideas that your dog will definitely thank you for! With something for everyone, and focus on fun and getting active with your dog, we’ve selected six of the best present ideas. Everything you need to start Canicrossing…

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All breeds great and small – Why Canicross is 100% inclusive

Hannah Aldridge — Thu, 09 Dec 2021 16:01:05 +0000

Written by by Gail Walker, DogFit In our latest feature on the wonderful sport of Canicross, or hands-free trail running with your dog, we wanted to address any concerns that only certain breeds and certain sized dogs can take part. Many people assume that Canicross is only suited to strong athletic dogs with high endurance levels. But that is simply not the case. All sized dogs and…

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“How my dog became my personal trainer for the London Marathon”

Hannah Aldridge — Mon, 01 Nov 2021 08:49:00 +0000

By Ginetta George, DogFit UK Image Credit: DogFit UK A while back, I cheered on a friend of mine who was running London Marathon. As I stood in the crowds cheering, I found myself thinking, Never in a million years would you catch me doing this –especially as I most certainly was not a runner myself. Moving on to 2021 and I found myself standing at the starting line…

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Why Canicross is good for your mind, body and soul

Georgie Skinner — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 13:21:59 +0000

by Gail Walker DogFit Canicross, or hands-free trail running with your dog, is a fast growing sport in the UK. The fact that it only involves three pieces of equipment (a harness, belt and line) and can be enjoyed on your own or with a group of friends makes it both easy to take up and very accessible. The great news is you don’t need to be super fit to take part as you can start with Cani…

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Skinner’s ‘Get Out and Go!’ named official dog food supporter of parkrun

Hannah Aldridge — Tue, 19 Oct 2021 08:19:12 +0000

Helping the nation ensure active dogs refuel, rest, and recover. Skinner’s, the heritage dog food brand, is proud to partner with parkrun, the biggest provider of free, physical activity in the world. A recent survey by Skinner’s and parkrun found that dog owners like to get active with their dogs. In addition to regular walks, 70% regularly partake in a run or long jog with their dog…

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