This online course is an introduction to canine fitness to help handlers and trainers enhance their working dog's performance while minimizing the risk of injury. From hydration and warm-ups to structured fitness programs and endurance-building techniques, this course provides actionable steps to improve performance and longevity. Whether you're involved in detection work, service dog training, search and rescue, or protection / patrol work, this program will help give you the tools to create a well-conditioned, mission-ready canine athlete.
Module 1: Quick Wins for Improving Performance
- Lesson 1: Hydration Essentials
- Lesson 2: The Perfect Warm-Up
- Lesson 3: Recovery Done Right
Module 2: Building a Foundation for Long-Term Success
- Lesson 1: Your Dog's Starting Point
- Lesson 2: Determining Your Dog's Needs
- Lesson 3: Your Fitness Roadmap
- Lesson 4: Applying the FITT Principle
Module 3: Your Next Steps
This is a free educational course, and access can be terminated at any time. All information provided through our programs and courses are for INFORMATIONAL and EDUCATIONAL purposes ONLY for healthy, adult dogs. Any and all activities done with your dog should always be first cleared and approved by your VETERINARIAN before engaging in any type of massage and conditioning activities. This includes such things as strength, endurance, balance, flexibility, and sport specific training. Canine massage and conditioning services and activities are NOT a substitute for medical examinations, treatments, and/or diagnoses. It is recommended that your dog see a veterinarian for any physical ailment(s) that it might have. Northeast K9 Conditioning, LLC, its online Academy (Northeast K9 Conditioning Academy), and Erica C. Boling assume no liability whatsoever as a result of your use of information provided through our online and face-to-face courses and programs.
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