You may have seen runners running with the dog or jogging parents doing the most by multitasking with the baby in the stroller and their loyal pup running alongside. You and your dog may be ready to change up your marathon running strategy and try bicycling instead. The faster speed of a bike gives your dog a chance to let loose without you having to try as hard to keep up with Fido. Whether you and your pup are already outdoor aficionados or just trying to figure out how to get on a bike while holding onto your dog at the same time, we have all the tips and tricks to help you unleash the adventure – with a leash! Grab Our Silicone Collar and Leash Set for a Pawsome Dog Adventure! 1. Make Sure Your Dog Is Built to Run — Unleash the adventure (safely) with a dog collar and leash set. Keep in mind that not all dogs are ideal runners. Dogs that are overweight or ones that have health issues may have trouble running. Breeds with thick and heavy coats may also find running uncomfortable. Speak with your dog’s vet if you’re not sure if your dog is an appropriate biking partner. A sign that your dog may be a great biking companion is if they already love to run and go for fast walks. You may even want to get your dog styled up for their bike adventure with customizable Disney dog tags! Ruff Day? Cheer Up Your Pup with Disney Dog Tags! 2. Track Your Pup — Have peace of mind when you brave the great outdoors with your dog by getting them a Tile for pets. It’s the best trackable dog ID tag, made of durable silicone and powered by Bluetooth. In the event that they get loose while you’re biking, you’ll know that their ID tag is on their collar and that you’ll be able to find them if they go running off without you. 3. Get Your Dog Used to the Bike — Kjell Ottesen, the dog parent and president of Springer America, a maker of a unique bike attachment for dogs to run alongside their beloved humans, suggests that dogs may not be comfortable at first even being around a bicycle. To help get your pet adjusted to the bike, get them used to being around the bicycle before you go riding together. Some dogs may be wary of the noise that a bike makes, so get your dog used to the bike with positive reinforcement like treats. That way, your dog can begin to associate the bike with good things. It may take days or weeks before they feel confident around the bike, so be patient with your future biking partner. 4. Use Positive Reinforcement — Is your dog the kind to excitedly pull on their leash when you two walk together? In that case, you’re going to want to teach them to walk next to you nicely before you add something like a bicycle into the mix. Use positive reinforcement methods to teach your dog to walk on a loose leash next to you. Teach them safety cues like “slow,” “stop” and “wait.” That way, once you’re biking together, it’ll be easier for both of you to understand each other’s needs. Just remember that as excited as you may be about unleashing the adventure with your dog, it’s best to wait for safe traffic conditions before you venture out to any roadside bike lanes. Instead, opt for bike paths or pet-friendly trails where the terrain isn’t so rough, and you can concentrate better when you’re holding onto your pup while biking. It may be tempting to let your dog off the leash, but be familiar with local laws in your area so you don’t run into any unwelcome consequences.