German Shepherds<\/a> may just be your ideal running partner.<\/p>\nOur security dogs have all been trained to have solid, stable temperaments, meaning that unlike specially trained dogs, they\u2019ll remain unphased by a lot of what\u2019s going on in the world around them. That means no losing focus and causing a distraction to your run \u2013 after all, you may be looking to set a new personal best.<\/p>\n
As a large robust breed, most German Shepherds, and especially those from Total K9, will be more than able to keep up with your pace \u2013 in fact, given the speeds these dogs can run, he or she will be nowhere near full capacity running with you.<\/p>\n
Best of all, German Shepherds are really great protection dogs \u2013 something that may be important out on a run. Runners are often vulnerable to threats from criminals if running all alone; however, with an imposing dog like this by your side, they\u2019d have to be brave to approach you \u2013 no matter what a friendly temperament your dog has with the family.<\/p>\n
Of course, it\u2019s always important to know your dog\u2019s limitations. Their age may be one such area where you look to limit how far and how fast they should be allowed to run. As you would take water to keep yourself hydrated, it\u2019s also important that your dog should have access to water if on a long run \u2013 especially if it\u2019s a hot day.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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