I am impressed that you are able to ride on a busy street with a dog, holding a leash, and carrying a camera. Very impressive!! Nice video!

I've been training my dog to walk with the exact same word commands. To turn left, I say "left". "This way" to turn right. I was going to build a sulky, but found these tow leashes. I haven't got one yet, but I got on my bike today, and hooked up a leash to her harness. She took me right around the block. It was a little dangerous, but I'm going to make sure we get a safe set up. I agree with letting them set the pace, and having peddle power helps support the dog. Dogs love, love, love to pull. They like to take commands and work with humans. They love to have a job. A tired dog is a happy dog.

Enjoyed watching this..im also running my dog while biking and he absolutely loves it. But I'm in the Manila, Philippines and they look and point at me like I'm torturing him..I've never seen a dog owner run their dog while living here, it's quite sad.The fact they even keep them in small cages here shocks me. I guess that's what happens when you come from a different culture. Happy I found your video.

Hard to find advice about this on here. Thank you vey much and the angle you got at the beginning where you show how the dog is attached to the bike is vey appreciated

Love this! I've been looking on how to bike my reactive dog and I'm so glad u showed ur struggles. Thank you!

Thank you for teaching the world how to bike your dog! I'm getting my bike soon and my puppy is going to enjoy this!

Love this video. It's so helpful for a newbie like myself! Thanks for making it!

thanks for all this great info. Im just starting out with my dog and your information is brilliant. Keep safe and thankyou from Glasgow.

hi, great video. it's nice to see the distraction with the cat and the way you handled it. the other videos are of just perfect runs that it gets intimidating to a newbie. thank you so much for this video.

I use a tow leash on my manual wheelchair to allow my Service dog to assist with pulling hands free (with the clip on his special side pulling harness), and to walk my pet dogs without getting tangled up in leashes (With the clip on their collars). It's insane how much easier it's made my life. There was definitely a learning curve, and some troubleshooting when we started, but now my dogs and I are happier than ever. My ability to tell right from left isn't reliable if I'm distracted (I know what direction I'm turning, but can't associate it with 'left hand' 'right hand' off the top of my head- brain injury and brain-fog are tough). The commands we use are a bit specific for the chair, or at least helpful as a chair user!; Turn-in (towards the Chair) Turn-out (away from the chair.) On-by (Stop turning/don't turn, continue or start walking in a straight line, or pass a distraction)a Get over (move away from the chair without turning) In-in (Move towards the chair without turning) Get back (Move backwards from my front castors, if they've crossed in front of the chair, or I need to turn sharply) Back-back (Moving Straight back, in line with the chair) Duck! (If they turn to far away from the chair, and end up facing backwards, they duck under the tow leash to face the right direction) Ease up (Slow down) Easy wait (come to a slow stop- we use these at cross walks, or checking to cross streets) Wait-Wait (Hard stop, usually with a step back to take tension off of the leash) Lets Go (Start walking) Hike Up! (Go faster) and the obvious Leave it!/Ah-ah! (ignore cat/people/barking dogs, etc). I use all of the commands with my service dog, and pets, and they've all picked it up very fast. I've even found that my fiance has started react to them if we're out walking, lol. A few notes for being in a chair- there are no disk brakes on the vast majority of chairs, and your hands are your breaks, so gloves are an important to save your hands, and stop your chair. The lower center of gravity, when compared to a bike makes tipping even less of a concern for me, but it does mean that the dog have an easier time pulling me to roll off course, so staying attentive to changes in the dog's attention/direction of travel, is key. The tow leash stops the dogs from hitting my large rear wheels, but because the frame of my chair is much shorter than a bike, the dog can definitely push around the end of rigid part of the tow bar, and wrap around the front of the chair, so teaching them not to- and also teaching them how to undo it- is a lifesaver. If you're working with less trained dogs, probably take a friend the first few times you go out, to help push/steer you, while you use a leash to help teach the dog what each command means, and what the boundaries are, and later, to act as emergency breaks if your comfortable taking the leash off and only using the bike tow attachment.

I just started biking with my dog too! She’s from a bird dog rescue. Great way to tire her out. Awesome video!!

DAMN THIS IS AWESOME!!! Thank you so much for putting this out there. I bike with my dog every single day (high energy lab mix), but could not figure out how to video it. :) Thank you, thank you, thank you.

Thank you for making this video!

Awesome, I downhill mountain bike with my gsp. she’s a natural trail dog and it’s her favorite thing to do!

This was an awesome video as you was super awesome I loved the way you gave this out great tutorial, I'm definitely starting to bike with my dog ,he had way too much energy after me an him go for 5mile run.

This video was great! It's so nice to see a realistic experience of a dog being interested in other animals. So many pro trainers don't show their dogs acting out and it makes me feel sad because I need to see those experiences to put towards my high energy dog. Can't wait to try biking with my dog, need to get the tools and start walking alongside her (Ivy, My dog) so she learns the commands

Thank you for all the TIPS

My 75-pound, seven-year-old, Skeeter, and I just came in from a training session with my ebike when I wondered if there would be a video that would give me insight into the task. This one taught me a couple of very valuable ingots. The main one being to adopt your demeanor. I tend to be less patient stemming from my fear of Skeeter coming to a dead stop as he's done many times on our daily, 3-mile walk. Another is that of his passing in front of the bike. The second valuable take-away is the possible use of the- OOPS... the Bike Tow Leash is WAY beyond my budget, but with the awareness of such a tool, I was able to search OTHER less expensive options. Thank you.

This is so good to watch

Much appreciated how you do this, kudos to Levi too!

Came to comment to say Levi is the goodiest boi ever! Thanks for the tips!

This is freakin amazing!!! I need to learn how to ride a bike again. I had knee surgery a long time ago and have been scared of falling ever since!

You should use the bike attachment and you should put them on your right side but you do what you do🤠🤘🏼

Great work!

This helped. Thank you! you just made a new subscriber ☺️

WOW great job!

Try to run them on grass as much as possible at high speeds the pads get shredded on the road and sidewalks you can also use petroleum jelly before and after the run so that it protects their pads

Hi. I'm wondering if you have thought about having Levi placed between yourself and the footpath instead of having him running so close to the cars. Its got to be safer for him? & yourself

This is great! Thanks for the video. Do you have any issues with cars passing you and them not seeing Levi or getting too close for comfort? I’m thinking of having my dog on my right for this reason, but I also like your points in other comment about why you have Levi on your left.

My dog is pretty small (5 kg), she is a papillon and 10 years old. But she is very active and I noticed that she loves running. We can play fetch non stop for hours because she loves playing so much. Sure, now she gets tired faster with age, but I am wondering is this something I should try or not? Because I’m not the most confident biker and I live in the Netherlands where bikes are the preferred transport among locals. So they are very confident and I’m not so much. My dog is also anxious and hates loud sounds from the motorcycles and scooters that pass by, and often gets tangled in my feet or peoples feet and I trip over her. I’d love to give her a way to get her energy out that’s also a mission to get something from somewhere for me. Sounds like a great time. But I’m still not sure if it’s the best option for me self. Thanks for your video and any advice would be appreciated ❤🐾

melhor vídeo... preciso incluir a tag de cães reativos.

A Bikejoring set up is safer for both dog and rider. Side pulling, harnesses that do not allow full shoulder rotation, and running on concrete cause many physical problems for dogs

Really good tips❤ I'm about to start cykeling with my borzoi boy. Wish me luck 🤪😅

Very nice video. What is the device you use to attach the dog to the bike?

Just started biking with my dogs after hurting my foot. I'm amazed how much they love it. Do you apply something to their paws since your running on the hard street surface?

I have the same harness as your dog and when I’m usually riding my bike I put padding on his feet becauseSometimes the ground issues too hot

Hi Jennifer! I am too scared to do this with my dogs LOL. That's amazing that Levi can go with you on your bike rides. I am not there yet with my dogs.

I just tried today with just a short leash and harness. My 4month old gsp loved it! I had her run in the grass on the levy by the river and I was in the street! About how long will he go before he's tired and doesn't wanna go anymore? And what do you do then if they're all the way out of energy

I just stumbled across this video. Very helpful as I want to start biking with my GSD soon. Have you ever considered putting boots on him? I'd be a tad concerned having him full on sprint on pavement. Your dog is gorgeous BTW!

Good information. I am impressed. How old is Levi? Perfect encounter with the cat.

Thank you for a good video! What about water breaks? Is it advisible to let the dog have some water at the halfway point or is it better they run a bit thirsty and come home to water and rest?

Thank you so much for this video. May I ask the name of your harness please.

What's the name of the harness. Is there any cheaper dog bike tows?

I can’t find a 4-clip harness as shown in the video. Any brand name?

I’m starting out with my 9month old GSP. we’re up to 4 miles but I’d like to go further. Is 6-8 miles safe for the dog?

I'm preparing to buy items so I can ride with my dog Skye. I noticed the type of bar you have is curved instead of the straight bar. Is there an advantage to this one over the other ones?

Are dogs paws tough enough to run on the road surface every day? I've just started doing this with my dogs n wonder if it's a problem I need to worry about?

So I'm just curious - every single dog biking video on KZfaq has the leash attached to the bike itself, and a lot of them use 2 leashes like you. I just have my dog's leash around my left wrist and he runs to the left of me. I feel like this is the safer way to do it because if he happens to get distracted and dart off, he's not going to be able to pull the bike down and injure me. In an emergency, I can let the leash slip off my wrist and I won't topple over. I can also keep a bit more distance away from the bike if I want to. Is there a reason behind not doing it this way? Why is it preferable to attach the dog so closely to the bike itself? Don't you run the risk of toppling over if you have a dog trying to work through its ADD?

stumbled upon your video searching for an answer to how to control the dog in exactly your cat situation. I bike with the Springer Bike Attachment, my dobie is well trained but I rescued an Aussie and since he was older, it is a daunting task. He is so distracted by dogs barking in back yards that he literally twists under the bike attachment and either tries to run backwards or just keeps turning circles and that tangles the leash attached to his collar and his halter rope attached to the springer. I thought maybe a head halter would help me control and keep him facing forward. Would love to see if you've ever done a video with using that head halter, and how do you think it would have helped with the cat situation exactly?

Why do you have your dog on the traffic side? I have did this for years, just started with my third GSD bike ride. I train all my dogs to heal on my left but bike on the right for the dogs safety.

hi class i have gsp to year old im going to try same with him when hes 18 mounth old he is as strong as a bull you have fine looking dog to

May I ask a link for a harness from a video,please? I just tried to find one on Amazon but couldn't.

I have a question. Does your dog wear foot protection from the cement and asphalt? The cement and asphalt are unnatural and hard surfaces. I go running with my dog but worry about his paws, feet, and other structures like joints and hips. I wear cushioned and breathable running shoes to protect my feet from the unnatural surface. But I don’t know how to protect my dog’s feet. I noticed that his paws seems to wear out and dry. When i touch his paws, he pulls back as if it’s painful. But he loves running with me.

you should try an x-back harness :)

helpful tips...also, very grateful I live in a country that sees cyclists as an integral part of traffic and has dedicated bikepaths and/or lanes for bicycles

I’m sorry if this has been asked already. But what’s the max mileage you have gone with your dog

Is there a reason you put your dog on your left? Is it just preference? Are there safety reasons you don’t put him on your right?

Im glad the moment with the cat happened cuz that's exactly what i wanted to see. Id like to try biking with my dog but im scared we're going to get into a huge wreck when he randomly pulls after some wild animal he's seen.

Great way to exercise him.

Great video! I'm wanting to teach my dog this! Curious what state you live in? The streets are so well paved!

What does your dog weigh? I’ve got a 40kg male Labrador I’m trying to do this with but he will stop suddenly to sniff something so I’ve got to jam on the brakes

Hey! How do you give handsignals to let cars know in which direction you're going? I couldn't see that

道が広くて車が少なくて羨ましい。日本では何かと細い道に車も人もバイクも自転車も行き来していて、自転車で運動させるのは難しい。また坂道が少ない平坦な土地でないといけない。...こんな風に走れたら良いのになあ。気持ち良さそう。

I guess I was a little shocked to see bike riding with a dog on the road rather than a path.

bennu is his name and i think my be i might have same probleam with kittys haha

Du burde lade din hund løbe på den anden side af din cykel. Og du burde ikke lade ham galopere på den hårde asfalt. Det ødelægger hans ben.

wow that part with that cat, if you had my hasky on the bike , sure you would be on air but very intersting i like your vids

Dog should always be right side by front wheel...healer

I just don’t like that he’s on the left side, where oncoming traffic is. 😬

Riding a bike with your dog on a leash is specifically outlawed in our road law, and for pretty good reason. Especially with a "high energy dog" a single sudden prompt to divert him to chasing prey is going to see the bicycle rider dragged off his/her bike and potentially under a truck's wheels. Put him in a bike trailer and take him to run free in a suitable dog-off-leash park.

Looks very unsafe. The dog is tethered to the bike, so it can yank get you out of balance. You might need to do a fast maneuver (deviate from an obstacle, pedestrian or a car) and hurt the dog. I think it is a bad idea to have the dog tethered to the bike. Best thing would be for the dog to pursue you without a leash, which is not acceptable in cities.

This looks super unsafe to me.

The most dangerous thing Ive ever seen . Dont do that! What if u need an emergency break?? ur Dog allways needs to be fixed to the bike, that ur able to use both breaks. look at us, my dog has 50cm up 8m leashed on a bike. big freedom if possible, short handling if neccessery in close situations. dont let em run on "Streetside" close to the cars. Sorry Jennifer, no good advive. maybe u wanna think about it again, what u tell ur audience

Have a water bottle and squirt the cats. Or let him have them.

Putting the dog on the outside is too dangerous!!! Cars passing just beside him 😖

I'm sorry but this video is full of don't. Check bikejoring if yoh want to be more serious and please don't make your dog run on pavement.

What is wrong with you woman?!?!?!? PUT HIM ON YOUR RIGHT SIDE!!!! I would have FREAKED if he had been hit!!! 😥😠

Tip #1 Prob dont ride with no hands? 🙂 Tip # 2 Prob dont run Stop signs!?

Questo non va assolutamente bene per il cane...è anche pericoloso per chi guida la bici ...never do this with your dog!!!!

Wrong side of the bike