Author: Pamela

Step Up to Wellness: The Path to a Healthier Life with Your Furry Friend Scout and I get our steps in every day, and were eventually able to get a few marathons into this day! How many steps can you take today? Walking, a simple yet profoundly effective form of exercise, has been universally recognized for its wide array of health benefits for both humans and their canine companions. This edition of the Step Wellness Newsletter dives deep into the enriching world of daily walks, emphasizing…

🐾 The “Musical” Side of Dog Runs 🎶 As you follow along the miles and hear a toot, and laugh and tell your dogs “I heard that!” this is the reaction one would get… Have you ever noticed your furry friend hitting the high notes during your morning jog? Yes, we’re talking about your dog’s unexpected musical talents that tend to surface when you least expect it. It’s a pawsitively hilarious moment when you’re both getting healthy, jiving along the trail, and suddenly, pffft – is that a tuba…

Keep Your Best Friend Hydrated and Happy! Dear [Subscriber Name], In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it’s easy to overlook the fundamentals that keep our canine companions happy and healthy. One essential, yet often underestimated element is hydration. Keeping your dog well-hydrated is crucial for their overall health and vitality. Here’s why: Key Benefits of Keeping Your Dog Hydrated Healthy Kidney Function: Adequate water intake helps flush toxins from the body, promoting healthy…

🐾 Running with a Reactive Rover 🐾 Running with your furry friend can be both a rewarding experience and a fantastic way to keep both of you active and healthy. However, for owners of reactive dogs, the thought of running together can seem daunting. A “reactive” dog, in essence, displays an overreaction to certain stimuli or situations such as other dogs, people, vehicles, or bikes. This reactivity can manifest as barking, lunging, or aggressive behavior, posing a challenge for keeping up a…

Paws and Pavement: Welcome to the Pack — Hello and a hearty tail-wag welcome to all our new members of the All-American Dog Runner family! If you’re passionate about hitting the pavement (or the trails) with your four-legged best friend by your side, then you’ve found your pack. I’m Pamela Schmidlin, but you can call me the All-American Dog Runner. Over the past three decades, I’ve had the joy of running alongside over 20 dogs – each with their unique stride and spirit. Along this…

Service dog training is a vital process that turns a regular pooch into an indispensable companion for those with varying disabilities. But the success of a service dog doesn’t only depend on the dog itself; it’s also about how society understands and respects these animals and their handlers. Day 2 of training, focused on clicker…

Vietnam Veterans, once unrecognized and unwelcome, have traversed a long path toward receiving the honor and support they deserve. It’s a history tinged with pain but, more recently, one that heralds hope. Each year on March 29th, we mark Vietnam Veterans Day, a day dedicated to those who served during one of the most controversial…