Haluatko käydä poluilla juoksemassa koiran kanssa, mutta tarvitset joitain vinkkejä aloittamiseen? Elisa Deutschmann ja hänen Husky Finn ovat matkustaneet useisiin maihin patikoimaan ja juoksemaan.

Vahva vartalo on välttämätön kivun ja vammojen välttämiseksi, harrastitpa koirajuoksua tasosta riippumatta. Koiramme vetävät aina keskivartaloamme eteenpäin normaalista juoksuasennosta poiketen.

Sinun ei tarvitse treenata kovalla vauhdilla, pitkillä matkoilla tai ottaa merkittäviä riskejä tullaksesi maailmanmestariksi koirapyöräilyssä.

Ben Robinson and his dog Zuma ran one kilometer at the incredible time of 2:04.

Kathrine Harsem on kansainvälisen tason hiihtäjä. Monet harjoituksistaan hän tekee yhdessä springerspanielinsa Keiran kanssa.

Max Nicastro käy viikoittain paikallisissa löytöeläinten taloissa rullaluistelemassa koirien kanssa. Ne saavat tauon stressaavasta löytöeläintalo elämästä ja pääsevät juoksemaan kuten ne ovat syntyneet tekemään. Se on kaunis asia!

Pieni koira tarvitsee fyysistä treeniä ja tottelevaisuus harjoittelua siinä missä muutkin. Kun se pidetään mielessä, voi koirasi vapauttaa sen todellisen potentiaalin!

Viime aikoina suppailusta on tullut suosittua ja se on vielä hauskempaa kun otat koirasi mukaan!

- Karanteenin takia koirani on tottunut siihen, että olen koko ajan kotona. Kuinka voin totuttaa hänet siihen kun minun on palattava töihin ja hänen on yhtäkkiä oltava jälleen yksin? En voi poistua talostani, joten minun on vaikea valmistella häntä tähän.

Koirajuoksussa kilpailevat urheilijat Julita Łubianka Puolasta ja Alberto Alda Espanjasta harjoittelevat koiriensa kanssa enemmän pyöräillen kuin juosten.

Yksi tärkeimmistä asioista, mitä koirankouluttaja Steve Walsh McCann Dogsilta opettaa koirilleen on se, että ne osaavat olla vetämättä hihnassa.

Aktiivinen toiminta on tärkeää pennun kehitykselle ja se edesauttaa pentua myöhempää varten, erityisesti jos kyseessä on urheilukoira.

Koirasi kanssa pyöräily voi olla hauskaa! Koirapyöräily on suosittu valjakkourheilulaji, jokainen voi harrastaa sitä. Oikeat varusteet tekevät kokemuksesta rikkaamman niin sinulle kuin koirallesikin. Ne myös ennaltaehkäisevät vahinkojen syntymistä.

Pidemmän vaelluksen tekeminen koirien kanssa on monien unelma. Pidempi aika metsässä, tuntureilla tai vuorilla koiran kanssa vaatii kuitenkin valmistautumista. Tästä syystä olemme pyytäneet Stine Mette Fjerdingstadia ja Halvdan Jarl Laugerudia jakamaan heidän parhaat vinkit.

Vuonna 2017 Ben Robinson alitti koiransa Blaken kanssa pitkään voimassa olleen juoksun 5 kilometrin maailmanennätyksen 13 sekunnilla ajalla 12 minuuttia 24 sekuntia. Lue lisää, miten he harjoittelevat.

Olet varmasti kuullut tämän ennenkin; on viisasta lämmitellä ennen harjoitusta. Tämä ei päde vain sinuun - koirasi on myös urheilija!

Kuinka opettaa koira kantamaan reppua? Mitä ottaa mukaan ja kuinka suunnitella vaellus? Tästä artikkelista saat asiantuntijan neuvoja!

When competing, and especially when you have an animal as a teammate, it is essential to have balance in your life. Otherwise, you won't be able to perform at your best, Ole Einar Bjørndalen says in the newest episode of our podcast, "Unleashed."

In addition to build a stronger relationship and cooperation between dog and handler, trick training will also teach your dog how to learn new things and help build motivation to work. 

Elisa Deutschmann and her husky Finn love to hit the mountains together. Throughout the past six years, they have done ski mountaineering in several countries, under all kinds of conditions.

Giving your dog a «job» while walking can be beneficial in several ways. Variety and challenges stimulate your dog mentally, which keeps it happy and calm at home.

After competing for over nine days, Thomas Wærner and his team were the first ones to cross the finish line in Nome at the legendary Iditarod race 2020.

Trainings, races and other events are being cancelled all around the world in order to stop COVID-19. Many are placed in quarantine, Helene Nilsen is also one of them. Together with her dog Kygo they are trying to make the best out of the situation.

A dog can be more tired after using its head for 10 minutes than after an hour-long walk. One of the most effective ways is to let the dog use its sense of smell. You can very easily make exciting games, that are keeping your dog both busy and satisfied!

Sun Zenner grew up with her kelpie Limit. They are both seven years old, and compete in agility at the highest level.

Working through an obstacle course together can be a great teambuilding experience for both you and your dog! Preparation is key to a successful race, according to multiple Hard Dog Race-winner Bogdan Karpovič.

Tonje Wahl Evensen (35) is the CEO of Non-stop dogwear, which is now a big international company. In the office, next to founders Tonje and Kristoffer's house, 18 employees from seven different nations go to work every day. 

- The dog mushers will inspire and be a great example for dog owners around the world in regards to training, nutrition, general welfare and guidelines for their own dogs.

Silvia Trkmanin agilitykoirien harjoitusohjelmaan on aina kuulunut tärkeänä osana voima- ja kuntotreenit. Hänen koirat on tunnettuja nopeudestaan, tiukoista käännöksistä, kontakteille juoksusta sekä pitkistä kisaurista ilman loukkaantumisia.

When skiing with your dog, skijoring, it is essential to choose equipment that fits the activity. The right gear will enhance the experience for both you and your dog. Also, it will help to prevent injuries. 

You bridge the gap between the familiar and the unfamiliar for your puppy. It is essential to keep this in mind to get a confident dog, according to musher Dallas Seavey.

Lena Boysen Hillestad teach you how to put socks on your dog, how tight the straps should be fastened and when to use dog booties.

A good harness is one of the most important pieces of equipment an active dog can have. Well-fitting gear will help prevent injuries and give your dog a better and more comfortable experience when being active together.

Hyvä ja oikean kokoinen valjas on koirallesi miellyttävä ja sen avulla voi ennaltaehkäistä loukkaantumisia.

- In the beginning, we’re training Superman. We are training this dog to be able to do anything. The secret is to show them that they can do anything and never show them anything they can’t do.  Play their strengths, avoid their weaknesses, says Dallas Seavey.

The Freemotion Harness was the beginning of Non-stop dogwear. - That is why we celebrate our 10th anniversary by making a limited edition version of Non-stop dogwear's all-time bestselling pulling-harness.

A sleeping bag gives your dog a warm and safe resting place, regardless of where you are. The goal is to have the dog relax well and lay calmly when it is in the sleeping bag. This you should train before going out for a trip, hunting or using the bag as a dog bed in the office.

Which bungee you should choose does not only depend on the activity but also the dog's size and how much it is pulling. Having the right line is essential for the comfort of both you and your dog.

Koiran mukavuuden vuoksi on tärkeää valita oikeanlainen takki kyseiseen säähän ja lämpötilaan.

- I was always fascinated by the interaction between humans, dogs, and nature while growing up, says Emilie Dahlman.

Paw cuts are one of the most common injuries veterinarian Trude Mostue get questions about.

Eli Beate Sæther and her dog Zelda were one of the favorite teams to win the Agility World Championships in Finland but due to an unknown disease in Norway, the national team could not go.

How do you teach one dog, or even a pack of dogs, to run free without hunting deer, running to other dogs or people? According to Tom Andres, consistency is key.

Tarvitset vain vetovaljaan, joustonarun, vetovyön ja lenkkarit lähteäksesi juoksemaan luontoon koirasi kanssa, kilpailumielellä tai vain nauttien liikkumisesta ulkona.

- Ei se ole jalkojen pituus vaan sydämen koko, joka ratkaisee! Tottakai pienten koirien kanssa voi harrastaa koirajuoksua, sanoo Lindsay Johnson.

Lämpimät kesäpäivät ovat haastavia koiran treenaamisen kannalta. Ylikuumeneminen voi johtaa pahimmassa tapauksessa hengenvaaralliseen tilaan, kuten lämpöhalvaukseen tai sydämenpysähdykseen.

- For canicross, we want our dogs to pull as good and as fast as they can. Therefore, keeping it short and fun is important!

Canicross can be beneficial for more than your dog’s physical health. It can also be a good form of mental stimulation.

Good equipment that is functional and fits your dog perfectly is fundamental to canicross.

- I make sure that everything I need is prepared before competition day. If I am relaxed, my dog will be as well.

When looking for a hip belt, a belt that fits the activities you are doing with your dog and has a good fit is essential, especially if you have a dog that is pulling hard on the lead.

The side straps on Freemotion Harness and Combined Harness can easily be changed.

One of the best dog mushers in the world. A talented athlete, Dallas wrestled in high school, and was both a state and national champion. Permanently sidelined by injuries Dallas turned his attention to his other passion, sled dog racing. At age 25 he became the youngest musher ever to win the Iditarod.

What to be aware of when running in the mountains and on trails with your dog? Elisa Deutschmann shares her best tips.

You don't have to train at high speed, long distances, or take significant risks to become a World Champion in bikejoring!

How far can I walk my puppy? Can my puppy walk in the stairs or jump? When can my dog start to pull or carry weight? Line Østerhagen answers these questions in today's episode, which is also the season finale!

Steve Walsh at McCann Dogs is an experienced dog trainer. This week he answers questions from our listeners!

Want to run five kilometers in less than 13 minutes? Multiple world champion in canicross, Ben Robinson, is sharing how he and his dog Blake are training to run at these speeds.

- My competitors worked 90 % with the sport and 10 % with their private life. I did the opposite, says Ole Einar Bjørndalen. Through 25 years at the top of his sport, the “King of Biathlon” has impressed the world with his abilities to handle challenges and pressure.

Elisa Deutschmann and her husky Finn love ski mountaineering. In this episode, she shares her best tips on what gear you need, how to prepare and what to keep in mind before hitting the mountains with your dog.

Do kids benefit from having a dog? According to Claudia Zenner – yes. She noticed major changes when her daughter started training agility with their dog. Professor Eremita at Purdue University, Gail Melson, shares some interesting facts on the relationship between children and dogs.

Even the best dog trainers have problems sometimes! - What you see on social media is not real life. Everyone that has multiple dogs has scuffles, has fights from time to time. Don’t take it personally. It doesn’t mean you failed as a dog trainer. It just means you have more work to do, which everyone does, say Nick and Joy Weis.

If you like to be active with your dog, canicross is the perfect sport for you! Everyone can do it - both proven runners and people who have never participated in competitions before. In this episode, Multiple World Champion Tessa Philippaerts from Belgium shares her tips on everything from how to get started to what to remember at a competition.

Do you know what to do if your dog gets a paw cut, suffers from diarrhea and vomiting, or eats a plate of chocolate? Veterinarian Trude Mostue shares her best first aid tips.

How to make a whole pack of dogs follow you without a leash? And what to do if you have a dog that is reactive to others on the trail? Tom Andres has succeeded in this and is sharing his best tips with you.

Agility is just another trick! Eli Beate Sæther, one of the world's best agility handlers, recommends you to break the training down to little pieces to succeed. In this episode, she is sharing how she is training her agility dogs to be eager, skilled, strong and fast.

- In the beginning, we’re training Superman. We are training this dog to be invincible. To be able to do anything. The secret is to show them that they can do anything and never show them anything they can’t do, says four times Iditarod winner Dallas Seavey.