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FitLabPGH Lab Lessons 39:24 Why Do We Have TWO Dogs?

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Why do we have TWO dogs?

Last week we answered the question: why do we have dogs. Today we’re explaining why we like having TWO dogs. Note: reason #2 is intended to be humorous. 1. Two dogs entertain each other (and their humans). 2. Two dogs work as a team…to pull their human up a hill. 3. When the terrible day comes to say goodbye to one dog, the other is there to console you (and to train the next dog).

Move more. Move often. Move with dogs. What’s your ideal number of dogs???

 

FitLabPGH Lab Lessons 38:24 Why Do We Have Dogs?

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Why do we have dogs?

People have asked us: why do we have dogs? Here are three semi-serious reasons why. 1. The Labs keep us moving…even when less-than-ideal weather makes us want to stay home. 2. They keep us humble. Picking up dog poop is an excellent reminder that the world doesn’t revolve around us. 3. No matter how bad our day is going, the Labs think we’re great…as long as we remember to feed them.

Move more. Move often. Move with dogs.

FitLabPGH Lab Lessons 37:24 Why Do the Labs Walk on Leash?

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Why do we walk the Labs on leash?

We hear this question a lot: why do we keep the Labs on leash when we hike in the woods? Here are three reasons why (one a bit less serious than the others). 1. The Labs are concerned Ben will wander off and get lost…then who would feed them? 2. The Labs make bad decisions. It’s not hard to imagine them chasing a rabbit, skunk, porcupine, or deer off the trail, and we want to keep the dogs safe. 3. The Labs, and their humans, are rule followers at heart. Almost everywhere we hike requires dogs to be leashed.

Move more. Move often. Follow the leash laws when you move outside with dogs.

FitLabPGH Lab Lessons 36:24 Have a Happy, Safe Labor Day

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Have a Happy, Safe Labor Day.

Fall is coming, but that doesn’t mean warm weather is finished for the year. Keep your dogs safe on those warm September days. Take breaks. Give them water. Slow down as needed. Stay safe today, so that you and your canine companions can keep moving safely through the Fall.

Move more. Move often. The Labs wish you a happy, safe, movement-filled day.

 

FitLabPGH Lab Lessons 35:24 Celebrate New Experiences

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Celebrate New Experiences…

Even if those experiences aren’t new to you. Abbie recently visited “Dog Rock” in Deep Creek Lake State Park. While Dog Rock is nothing new to the rest of the team, it was an exciting adventure for Abbie, and we took time to enjoy the experience with her. Remember, what is “old hat” to you may be an exciting first for one of your movement buddies. Embrace their joy.

Move more. Move often. Celebrate “new” experiences.

FitLabPGH Lab Lessons 34:24 Be Patient with New Movement Buddies

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Be Patient with New Movement Buddies.

Abbie the Black Lab joined the FitLab team around 1 month ago. There has been a bit of frustration during the first month of walks because Abbie is not an experienced trail dog. But with time, patience, and practice, Abbie is adapting to our movement routine. Whether your movement team members are human or canine, be patient during the learning curve.

Move more. Move often. Be patient with new team members.

FitLabPGH Lab Lessons 32:24 Make Time For Fun

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Make Time for Fun.

The Labs know humans have responsibilities other than caring for their dogs…they don’t UNDERSTAND…but they KNOW. They also know that, as Labradors, they are responsible for reminding the humans to make time for fun. Even on busy days, they encourage us to get outside for a walk in the woods.

Move more. Move often. Get outside. Make time for fun.

FitLabPGH Lab Lessons 31:24 Be Aware of Your Surroundings

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Be Aware of Your Surroundings.

As we’re training Abbie the Black Lab to be a responsible trail dog, we are especially conscious of our surroundings on the trails. We stay alert for other trail users (human and animal). When possible, we step off the trail to allow other users to pass…because not everyone wants a close encounter with an energetic lab.

Move more. Move often. Be willing to yield. Share the trail.

FitLabPGH Lab Lessons 30:24 Meet Abbie the Black Lab

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Meet Abbie.

We weren’t expecting to add a member to the FitLab team so soon after losing Maggie the Black Lab. But when Puddin’s breeder (Newlander Labradors) let us know Puddin’s grand-niece was available, we couldn’t resist! Abbie is an 11 month old black Labrador, and she seems excited to join the FitLab Deep Creek team. So please help us welcome Abigail, aka Abbie, and look for her words of wisdom in future Labrador Lessons.

Move more. Move often. Move with friends, old and new.

FitLabPGH Lab Lessons 29:24 Enjoy Your Movement

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Enjoy Your Movement.

Puddin is still not accustomed to being an only dog, especially on her walks, but we make sure she gets to go outside and enjoy her movement. If you want to make movement part of your lifestyle, it helps to enjoy your movement activities. Puddin not only loved the scents on her Sniffy Sunday walk, she also made use of the video break to roll around. We’re doing our best to keep her entertained until we find her the right furry friend.

Move more. Move often. Even when you’re sad, try to enjoy your movement.