Got this treadmill to exercise an energetic 1yr old 70lb pitbull mix. I like that the runway platform is extra-long (it's maybe 1-2 feet longer than a typical human treadmill) so that she has room to extend her stride, and occasionally lag towards the back. It runs pretty quiet and seems sturdy.
The box was pretty heavy--I'd recommend getting two people to move it. Once it's set up though, it does have wheels on one side so it's not too hard to tip up and roll into position.
I didn't really read the manual, it was pretty easy to set up. I was confused for a while at why the treadmill seemed to change speeds on its own--turns out it has pre-programmed workouts where the treadmill speeds up and slows down. Use the P0 manual mode if you just want one speed. I like the pre-programmed modes so that my dog will have a couple minutes of running, then a couple minutes of slower jogging rest time. Dogs are built for burstier kind of running, not steady long distance running anyway.
The magnetized emergency stop is a great feature. I like being able to instantly stop the treadmill. I tried attaching the clip to my dog's collar once, but the clip and magnet is kinda big and awkward for that, and she got scared by the magnet clanking on the ground when she pulled it off, so I just keep it unclipped and pull it myself whenever I need to.
It took about a week to get my dog used to walking on the treadmill. She wasn't scared of the treadmill or the noise, but it was pretty awkward for her to get used to the idea of the ground moving underneath her. First she got treats for standing on the treadmill. Then I would turn on the treadmill for only a second, while giving her treats, and giving lots of praise for walking forward on the treadmill instead of getting scared and jumping off. Then more treats for getting on the treadmill and standing still while it's still of. Each day, I would gradually extended the on time to a few seconds. Each new session, she seemed more and more comfortable walking while the treadmill was moving. Lots of patience, repetition, and treats. Eventually, she was able to keep walking forward, as long as there was the promise of a treat in front of her nose. I've slowly upped the speed and the time intervals of giving her treats.
Now, two months later, I'll give her a treat every 10-20 strides or so (I try to keep it random), and she can do 8-15 minutes at a time on the fast program setting. I can tell she's getting tired when she starts to lag behind on the back half of the ramp, instead of being at the front eager to be fed. If it gets too fast for her, she'll just stop and let herself get rolled off the back of the ramp. I try not to have her get off like this, but she's young and agile and there's no ledge at the back where her feet might get caught in, so I'm not overly worried about her doing this. I tried attaching her leash to the top bar while she was wearing a harness, but she balks at having any leash pressure while on the treadmill.
Your experience will vary depending on your dog. Just be patient and let your dog become comfortable slowly.
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dogPACER LF 3.1 Folding Dog Treadmill
This treadmill can be used for ANY dog up to 180 pounds. The patented folding, lightweight compact design provides dog health, happiness and fitness in a sleek design that is functional and practical. The DogPacer's onboard computer has pre-set exercise programs built in for your dog or you can create your own programs to suit your pets training needs.
The LF 3.1 dogPACER treadmill provides more than 71″ x 16.5″ running surface, a whisper-quiet motor, patented folding technology and customized running programs.
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- Weather – Every day is a perfect day for exercise when you are indoors. No issues with rain, sleet, snow or bad weather.
- Fitness – A consistent regiment of exercise and diet will lead to a healthier, happier and longer life for your dog.
- Allergy Sufferers – No matter how sensitive you or your dog are to pollution, pollen and weed allergen, your dog will still get his needed exercise at home.
- Time – Because of busy and hectic schedules, we often find it a challenge to walk our dogs after a long day spent in the office.
- Safety – No worries about walking your dog at dawn or late at night or on a busy street. Exercising your dog indoor eliminates these issues.
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| Delivery | Get it Jun 11 - 14 | Get it May 22 - 23 | Get it as soon as Tuesday, May 21 | Get it May 20 - 21 | Get it as soon as Monday, May 20 | Get it May 22 - 23 |
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| Sold By | Pet World Plus, LLC | PawPaw's Store | Moysoon | BowWowTread | Amazon.com | PawPaw's Store |
| material | Carbon Steel | Carbon Steel, Aluminum Alloy, Solid Wood, Carbon Steel, Wood | High Carbon Steel, Polyethylene (PE), Acrylic | Wood | Alloy Steel | Carbon Steel, Aluminum Alloy, Solid Wood, Carbon Steel, Wood |
| number of programs | 3 | 1 | — | 1 | — | 1 |
| deck length | 46 inches | 74 inches | 67 inches | 30 inches | 37.5 inches | 64 inches |
| deck width | 22 inches | 18 inches | 23 inches | — | 15 inches | 16 inches |
| maximum horsepower | 1.5 horsepower | — | — | 10 kilowatts | 1.5 horsepower | — |
| max. recommended weight | 180 pounds | 220 pounds | 220 pounds | 220 pounds | 220 pounds | 220 pounds |
| maximum speed | 7.5 miles per hour | 50 miles per hour | — | 20 kilometers per hour | 65 miles per hour | 50 miles per hour |
| weight | 97 pounds | 110 pounds | 99 pounds | 48 kilograms | 48 pounds | 110 pounds |
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I purchased this after I learned about it from a dog training class. My dog is so high energy and I don’t have time to take her for an hour walk every day. She took to it very quickly. I keep a leash on her and stand at the front and give her treats every few minutes for positive reinforcement. It was pretty easy to set up by myself and would be plenty long enough for even a 100lb dog (my dog is 60lbs). It is also not as wide as typical human treadmills, so I was able to fit in my garage without taking up a huge amount of space. It states “foldable” but that really implies that it folds for long term storage and not routinely. I did pay the extra $50 for a two-year warranty offered through Amazon.Also you will have to sign for it by FedEx and the company notifies when it ships. Overall, it is a little pricey, but considering the other options out there are either twice as expensive or they are way too cheap to be of any real value. You get what you pay for and I was pleased with this purchase!
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I purchased this after I learned about it from a dog training class. My dog is so high energy and I don’t have time to take her for an hour walk every day. She took to it very quickly. I keep a leash on her and stand at the front and give her treats every few minutes for positive reinforcement. It was pretty easy to set up by myself and would be plenty long enough for even a 100lb dog (my dog is 60lbs). It is also not as wide as typical human treadmills, so I was able to fit in my garage without taking up a huge amount of space. It states “foldable” but that really implies that it folds for long term storage and not routinely. I did pay the extra $50 for a two-year warranty offered through Amazon.
Also you will have to sign for it by FedEx and the company notifies when it ships. Overall, it is a little pricey, but considering the other options out there are either twice as expensive or they are way too cheap to be of any real value. You get what you pay for and I was pleased with this purchase!
Also you will have to sign for it by FedEx and the company notifies when it ships. Overall, it is a little pricey, but considering the other options out there are either twice as expensive or they are way too cheap to be of any real value. You get what you pay for and I was pleased with this purchase!
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