You have got to be kidding: A treadmill for your DOG???

Kevy Baby · 03-19-2008, 07:49 PM

A saw a headline pop up on my news feed desktop gadget that read, "Fido and Fluffy can be techie, too." Naturally it caught my attention.

But the first item that comes up is a freakin' treadmill for dogs!

Are people really that lazy?!?

But there are some interesting toys discussed:

The Mouse in the House cat toy ($63) is one of those pieces of entertainment that could potentially yield hours of activity. By learning to press a button, the cat can release an automated mouse that runs on a small track through a dollhouse-sized living room and kitchen.

PetGadgets.com
The motorized Mouse in the House cat toy ($63) lets cats play and exercise when they're alone in an apartment or house.

Dogs can play with the canvas Talking Bone ($21) — owners record their voices into the device — as well as a retractable ball-thrower like the Ball Blaster ($20), or lit-up Frisbees.

BarTopDancer · 03-19-2008, 07:58 PM

My cats would prefer the box the Mouse in the House toy came in.

But only if someone shows great interest in it.

lashbear · 03-19-2008, 08:01 PM

Now your dog can have a treadmill desk, too !!

Not Afraid · 03-19-2008, 08:04 PM

Show people use treadmills for dog walking if they live in places with difficult weather. But, why is it lazy for a dog and not for a person?

CoasterMatt · 03-19-2008, 08:05 PM

I instantly thought of this-

Gemini Cricket · 03-19-2008, 08:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kevy Baby

Are people really that lazy?!?

Short answer: Yes.
Long answer: Yeeeeeeessss.

RStar · 03-20-2008, 07:22 AM

I've seen people walk dogs riding in cars, on bikes, and on skate boards. If you ask me they nneded the walk as well. Yes, people are lazy.

Me, I don't even walk my dog. I'll toss a toy to the other side of the yard so he runs.

Moonliner · 03-20-2008, 07:29 AM

Speaking as the official LoT-Treadmill representative I can only say: Bad form! Bad form indeed!

Moonliner · 03-20-2008, 08:40 AM

After your dog finishes his workout on the treadmill, he can play a game of fetch

Alex · 03-20-2008, 08:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Not Afraid

Show people use treadmills for dog walking if they live in places with difficult weather. But, why is it lazy for a dog and not for a person?

Using a dog treadmill isn't lazy for the dog it is lazy for the person not willing to actually walk with a dog. A person using a treadmill themself is different.

But walking is the big reason why I will probably never own a dog. Since we no longer live in a placetime where it is ok to just open the front door and let the dog run on its own for a while (and I'm unlikely to live in one of the places where that is ok) and I really don't want to have to deal with walking them.

03-19-2008, 07:49 PM	#1
Kevy Baby Chowder Head Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Yes Posts: 18,500	You have got to be kidding: A treadmill for your DOG??? A saw a headline pop up on my news feed desktop gadget that read, "Fido and Fluffy can be techie, too." Naturally it caught my attention. But the first item that comes up is a freakin' treadmill for dogs! Are people really that lazy?!? But there are some interesting toys discussed: The Mouse in the House cat toy ($63) is one of those pieces of entertainment that could potentially yield hours of activity. By learning to press a button, the cat can release an automated mouse that runs on a small track through a dollhouse-sized living room and kitchen. PetGadgets.com The motorized Mouse in the House cat toy ($63) lets cats play and exercise when they're alone in an apartment or house. Dogs can play with the canvas Talking Bone ($21) — owners record their voices into the device — as well as a retractable ball-thrower like the Ball Blaster ($20), or lit-up Frisbees. __________________ The thing about quotes on the internet is that you cannot verify their validity. - Abraham Lincoln
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Not Afraid HI! Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 17,108	Show people use treadmills for dog walking if they live in places with difficult weather. But, why is it lazy for a dog and not for a person?
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RStar Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Me & Manyard hangin out! Posts: 5,433	I've seen people walk dogs riding in cars, on bikes, and on skate boards. If you ask me they nneded the walk as well. Yes, people are lazy. Me, I don't even walk my dog. I'll toss a toy to the other side of the yard so he runs. __________________ Meddle not in the affairs of Dragons, for you are crunchy and good with ketchup! www.StarTownGifts.com
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Moonliner 8/30/14 - Disneyland -10k or Bust. Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 9,022	Speaking as the official LoT-Treadmill representative I can only say: Bad form! Bad form indeed! __________________ - Taking it one step at a time.
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Moonliner 8/30/14 - Disneyland -10k or Bust. Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 9,022	After your dog finishes his workout on the treadmill, he can play a game of fetch __________________ - Taking it one step at a time.
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