Answers to the questions dog owners ask us most.

A mobile dog gym is a climate-controlled van fitted with a professional canine treadmill. It drives to your home and your dog does a supervised exercise session in the van, in your driveway. There is no drop-off, no facility to travel to, and no group of unfamiliar dogs involved.

Thirty minutes. That gives us enough time for a focused, productive workout while keeping the experience manageable for your dog.

The goal is not to keep them running for as long as possible. It is to give them consistent, structured exercise at a pace that works for them.

Once a week suits most dogs and is what the majority of our clients book. High-drive or working breeds often do better on two. Dogs in a weight-management program may benefit from more frequent sessions. We will make a recommendation after seeing your dog work.

No. Many dogs begin to understand the treadmill within the first few minutes, while others need a little more time.

We never rush the process. The first session is deliberately short and low-pressure, and your coach lets your dog build confidence at their own pace.

We strongly encourage you to be there for the first session. Your presence helps your dog settle. After that, it is entirely optional. Many clients hand their dog over and carry on with their day.

Avoid feeding a full meal in the two hours beforehand, give your dog a chance to relieve themselves, and have them ready on a leash. That is all the preparation needed.

Your dog is fitted with a harness and introduced to the belt at their own pace. A coach stays with them for the entire session, encouraging them with voice and toys, watching their gait and breathing, and offering water breaks as needed. Nobody is ever left unattended on the equipment.

Panting and thirst are normal and settle quickly. Some dogs get a short burst of energy before crashing into a deep sleep. Most owners report a noticeably calmer dog for the rest of the day and into the next.

Our treadmill has no motor. The belt only moves because your dog moves it, which means the pace is always your dog's choice and the machine can never pull them along. Combined with a harness and constant supervision, this is a substantially more controlled environment than a walk beside traffic.

A motorized treadmill sets a speed and the dog must keep up. A motor-free treadmill, sometimes called a slatmill, is driven entirely by the dog. It self-regulates, it recruits the hindquarters harder, and it removes the central risk of a dog being forced to a pace they cannot hold.

The equipment accommodates a very wide size range, from small breeds through to large working dogs. If you are unsure whether your dog is a fit, call us and describe them.

Yes. The belt, harness and contact surfaces are sanitized after every single session, without exception.

Yes. The van is climate controlled, which is the main reason to exercise indoors. Your dog works in a stable, comfortable temperature regardless of what the weather is doing outside.

Then we stop. We never force a dog onto the belt or keep them there. Some dogs need two or three short introductions before they are comfortable, and a small number decide it is not for them. We will tell you honestly which of those we think is happening.

At least four months. Growing joints need care, so young dogs work shorter and easier sessions than adults.

Yes. All dogs must be current on their vaccinations before their first session.

Yes. Any new physical activity program should be cleared with your vet first, particularly for senior dogs, dogs carrying extra weight, dogs recovering from surgery, and brachycephalic breeds.

Very often this is exactly the right dog for it, because controlled low-impact work is easier on the joints than long walks. The work is built up gradually, and it must be cleared by your vet first.

Many do, at a walking pace, for mobility rather than fitness. Sessions are shortened and the pace stays gentle. Veterinary clearance is required.

Frequently, yes, and it is one of the strongest reasons to use us. There are no other dogs, no unfamiliar environment, and no strangers walking past. For dogs who find the outside world overwhelming, exercising at home removes most of the triggers.

You can book online when online booking is available, or call or message us. You will receive a confirmation when you book and a reminder before your session.

You pay by card when you book, or use a session from your membership.

Yes, and they are the best value as well as the best result. Each plan gives you a set number of 30-minute sessions a month, up to a weekly limit, for one monthly price. The plans and prices are listed on our pricing page. Conditioning works through repetition. A weekly session does more for your dog than occasional one-offs ever will.

Yes. Multiple dogs from the same household can each have a session during the same visit, at a lower cost per dog than booking separately.

Cancellations made at least 24 hours before your session receive a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours are refunded less a $25 late-cancellation fee. Missed sessions are not refunded, because by then the route and the time slot have already been committed.

We cover a defined radius around our home base. If you are near the edge of it, get in touch. We can often make it work.