Canicross: The Complete Beginner’s Guide to Cross country running with dogs
21 November 2023
What is Canicross? Canicross is a sport in which you and your dog run together, connected by an elastic line which attaches to your dog’s special pulling harness, and to a belt for you which is designed to distribute your dog’s pulling force evenly across your body. The idea is that you use your dog’s momentum to help you run faster. Canicross began as a way of training sled dogs during the off season, when there’s no snow, before becoming a sport in its own right. Canicross is accessible to everyone and suitable for all dog breeds, though especially suited to sporty dogs; it combines the pleasure of exercise with the fun of getting outdoors with your dog. As with