@fitlabdeepcreek promotes #movementisalifestyle with a weekly Labrador Lesson & Movement Tips. This week the Labs remind us that a harness & a collar are just like a belt & suspenders
Our Movement Tip this week (only one- it’s Easter!!)- a reminder to Share the Trail
Lab Lessons from FitLab Deep Creek.
Belt and Suspenders.
When we hike with the Labs, we walk them on leash, with their leashes clipped to their collars. We have also started using harnesses in addition to the collars…yes, this may seem like the belt AND suspenders approach to dog control. Why the harnesses? They give us an extra point of control (just in case), and they allow us to pull a dog away from a threatening situation without tugging on her neck. Plus, they look cool. We like the Line Harness 5.0 from Non-Stop Dogwear (shown in the video) and the Front Range Dog Harness from Ruffwear.
Move more. Move often. Move with your dogs.
@fitlabdeepcreek promotes #movementisalifestyle with a weekly Labrador Lesson & Movement Tips. This week the Labs remind us Don’t Wait for Perfect Conditions
Our Movement Tips: Just Do Something & Not All About the Pace
Lab Lessons from FitLab Deep Creek.
Don’t Wait for Perfect Conditions.
As you can hear in the video, Abbie the Black Lab feels very strongly about today’s message. The Labs think ANY day is a perfect day to get outside and move. They remind the humans that we don’t melt in the rain, so, as long as conditions are safe, there’s no excuse to skip their daily walk. Dress for the weather, and get out there.
Move more. Move often. Don’t wait for perfect conditions to get outside and get moving.
@fitlabdeepcreek promotes #movementisalifestyle with a weekly Labrador Lesson & Movement Tips. This week the Labs remind us to Keep Your Distance
Our Movement Tip: A Bumpy RIde
@fitlabdeepcreek promotes #movementisalifestyle with a weekly Labrador Lesson & Movement Tips. This week the Labs remind us to Beware of Ticks
Our Movement Tips: Gear Up For Spring & Glasses for Outdoor Adventures
LabLessons from FitLab Deep Creek.
Beware of Ticks.
The Labs would like to remind you to keep your dogs (and yourself) safe from ticks. Spring is coming, along with rapidly changing temperatures in Western Maryland (and many parts of the country). While ticks are an issue year-round, they are more active as temperatures rise above freezing. Check your dogs (and yourself) after spending time outside. Consult your vet about the best tick medications for your dogs and ask about the Lyme disease vaccine. Consider tick spray and other preventative measures for yourself. Don’t be afraid to get outside, but take action to stay safe.
Move more. Move often. Move safely with your dogs.
LabLessons from FitLab Deep Creek.
Walk Your Dog.
We recorded this video on National Walk Your Dog Day. The Labs don’t see the need for such a “holiday” because they think you should walk your dogs almost every day. If you don’t walk your dog(s) on a regular basis, try adding dog walking to your routine for a few weeks. The Labs predict regular dog walking will make you, and your dog(s), feel better.
Move more. Move often. Move with your dogs.
@fitlabdeepcreek promotes #movementisalifestyle with a weekly Labrador Lesson & Movement Tips. This week the Labs remind us Adapt to the Conditions
Our Movement Tips: Cheers to 7 Months w Abbie the Black Lab & Altra King MT Review
LabLessons from FitLab Deep Creek.
Adapt to Conditions.
The Labs would like to get outside for a hike EVERY day. The human staff is happy to help, but we also need to make sure our hikes are safe…for the Labs and the humans. So we adapt our movement plan based on conditions. Sometimes, it’s as simple as unhooking the leashes from Ben’s waist to give the Labs room to jump over a fallen tree. Other times, it’s changing the route to find the safest conditions (note: icy parking lots and closed park roads are slippery).
Move more. Move often. Adapt your movement plan, so that you can keep moving…safely.