   DISTANCE: 8.18 km DURATION: 1:01:18
Happy long weekend Rossi! I was feeling a bit tired today but we still managed to do a good 8K jog down the side of the river. Boy, there were a lot of people out! Glad to see that they’re taking the time to get outside like Rossi and me. Rossi was sure excited to sniff the hands of a few people. We got almost all the way to the end where we took a weird tour through some sprouting cattails and Rossi had several big gulps of water which looked refreshing before we decided to turn around head and home. I hope you have a lovely holiday with the fam, Ross! The Scoop: 1 poo, several pees Runner: Sarah
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   DISTANCE: 8.14 km DURATION: 59:42
It was an absolutely gorgeous day to spend with my buddy Rossi! I couldn’t believe how nice it was, and there was still a decent breeze to keep cool. I was feeling much better so we started off at a brisk pace towards Edworthy and did the trails like we usually do. It was surprisingly fast paced and not much really happened, which I’m actually pretty glad for! Just a nice brisk run with a good boy! Thanks for everything Rossi! See you Friday! The Scoop: 1 poop, several pees. Runner: Sarah 
  DISTANCE: 6.40 km DURATION: 1:02:13
Well surprise! Rossi and I had a very slow run today. I did something nasty to my knees, probably to do with running in the wrong pair of shoes on Friday, and it absolutely killed me over the weekend. Therefore, Rossi and I had a very lovely, very slow jaunt around Edworthy where it was absolutely beautiful and sunny! I also got to honour my promise of taking Rossi out for a treat which was really nice. Before those YouTube videos I had no idea that dogs even liked eating ice cream, I got Rossi a vanilla cone since that was one of the safe flavours for dogs and he pretty much ate the thing in one bite! Two if you count the cone. After that, we continued our walk back and ended off with a couple dog treats on top. The Scoop: 2 poops, several pees. Runner: Sarah    DISTANCE: 9.07 km DURATION: 59:49
We had a bit of a test for Rossi today! The conditions were fairly even, not too cold and not too warm and there was hardly any wind or falling snow. So we saw how far Rossi could go in an hour with no stops (except for the typical needed breaks) and he did very well! I’d say it’s probably the furthest distance we’ve ever gone just running. It was also horrendously slushy and I didn’t think we’d have a very good time on the back trails which were probably covered in mud and water. Other than that, not too crazy of an outing for us, although I’m sure Rossi will be much happier when he’s able to get back to his favourite places in the woods. Still, today was a big success for this guy. Way to go Rossi! The Scoop: 1 poo, several pees. Runner: Sarah 
 DISTANCE: 7.78 km DURATION: 59:07
Those storm clouds were definitely an ever present worry today, weren’t they Rossi?! I don’t think either of us wanted to get wet so it was pretty much go-go-go from the door until we got back home again. We still did one of Rossi’s favourite trails and the wind was sure going strong the entire time but we didn’t get rained on once and it still has yet to do so! I guess all that panic and prep was for nothing, but I’m glad we still had a good time despite the rain. It’s been decided by people on the street today that Rossi’s new nickname is ‘Pretty Boy’ because he’s very cute and has very lovely fur. Way to go Pretty Boy! You did a great job today! The Scoop: 2 poops, several pees. Runner: Sarah    DISTANCE: 7.64 km DURATION: 1:11:32
It was a lovely day out with my bud Rossi! It was so gorgeous out we took our time and even decided to have a go at the other side of Edworthy. It was actually fairly decent! We didn’t have to turn around so that was a plus. There are still some pretty slippery areas that I would definitely NOT be running on at full jogging speed, so that managed to slow us up. It was still really fun out and Rossi certainly got a lot of running in because he had no qualms about going head first into this lovely grassy river that we were jogging beside. While he was there, he got all wet and took several long drinks. We’ll have plenty of days to wait until all that snow and ice disappears from Edworthy. Until next time Rossi! Scoop: 1 poo, several pees. Runner: Sarah
 DISTANCE: 8.48 km DURATION: 1:02:28
Rossi and I did the reverse of his normal path today. I took him out on a run right after the vet and apparently he had been a very good boy with all the other dogs in the tiny little waiting room. Way to go buddy! We had to reward him for being such a good dog so I asked if he could have ice cream and looks like I’ll be treating Rossi to a cone the next time we’re out on a warm day. Today was not that day! We were doing really well on the path but I was feeling chills so we stuck to the trees the second half of our run. I can’t believe it was easier running up the ice than it was with going down it the last time! We may have to try that path again. The Scoop: 1 poop, several pees. Runner: Sarah 
 DISTANCE: 7.92 km DURATION: 1:05:13
The weather was better today so I thought the ground in Edworthy might still be pretty hard but it had softened up around mid-day so our paws and shoes were quite muddy by the end of it. We did the same loop as last time although we spent our time smelling the flowers (or grass in Rossi’s case) which made for a delightful afternoon with this guy. We still had to do just as much running but the small breaks made it quite manageable. Rossi even took a drink of water by the river! He was quite thirsty by the middle of our run and I’m glad all our routes tend to be along the water. It also makes it quite interesting when Rossi decides to chase some geese with me attached, although he never gets far. Here’s to never catching the geese, but having a good run anyway! The Scoop: 1 poo, several pees. Runner: Sarah 
 DISTANCE: 7.85 km DURATION: 1:00:31
Rossi and I were pretty consistent today! We still had the opportunity to do one of the big loops Rossi likes and it wasn’t as bad as I remembered it being with regards to ice and mud. Despite that, we still had to make a couple of our own paths through the bush because it still is a bit sketchy there. The latter half of our run was much more reserved in terms of a straight path back home. Rossi put a 110% into keeping a consistent pace which was very good for him. Sometimes, he pretends to tire out early if he goes too fast while we’re going through the trails, but Rossi was as happy and fleet-footed as usual! Glad to have you on this beautiful day Rossi! The Scoop: 1 poo, several pees. Runner: Sarah 
 DISTANCE: 8.17 km . DURATION: 59:04
Rossi and I took a rambling run down the roads of hill country today. It’s sounds a lot more quaint than it actually is because honestly hill workouts are not my fave. It was totally a different path for Rossi too so he was pretty reluctant to start off that way. However, once we got to it, he was quite comfortable running along the long grass. We also found a lovely, secluded off-leash and fenced-off dog park so I had to get Rossi in there for just a bit, even if it wasn’t terribly big, I think he had some fun and it was in this nice random park by the Children’s Hospital. It’s always good to shake things up, Rossi! It makes those other runs so much better! The Scoop: 1 poo, several pees. Runner: Sarah 
  DISTANCE: 8.66 km DURATION: 1:00:38
We were powerful today, Rossi. I felt we had taken it a little too easy the other day (even though the ice really played a huge part in that) but we still went through the Edworthy ice trails (mind you it was the other side) and we still came above 8km in an hour. You can see Rossi’s little pout face in the pictures when we had to take a break because it was getting just way too warm to carry a sweater. But even with those breaks, this boy was very good! He kept pace with me the entire way; even on the last km when it was all uphill to reach Rossi’s home. We lucked out on weather with it not being too hot although Rossi needed a huge drink when we got back. He put his whole will-power into that one. Well done buddy! The Scoop: 1 poo, several pees. Runner: Sarah 
 DISTANCE: 7.42 km . DURATION: 1:06:28
Rossi stuck his tongue out at the ice and snow on our trail run today! I heard from a highly reliable source that Edworthy’s snow had mostly vanished so I was excited to take us back there. I think he has missed really getting into the twisty dirt trails we used to traverse. It turns out it was not a reliable source. Well, perhaps a lot of the snow and ice were gone but unfortunately for me and Rossi (emphasis on poor me) we were slipping and sliding over the pathways as I grabbed onto the fence for dear life. We also mastered the venturing shuffle by dragging our feet across the stretch of stretch which was the longest I’ve ever seen it. Still, we did manage to have a lot of fun exploring after working so hard to get to the clear trails. Until the weather gets a little bit warmer, Rossi and I will have to contend with the sidewalks. The Scoop: 1 poo, several pees. Runner: Sarah 
  DISTANCE: 9.00 km . DURATION: 1:00:53
Love my river runs with Rossi! He was such a good boy today. I didn’t even have to convince him at the beginning to leave the house (and his dad) to hit the trails. We were off as soon as we stepped outside! Lots of people on foot and bikes, with/without fellow doggies today! I definitely could have worn shorts and a t-shirt instead of pants and a long sleeve! Rossi also was feeling the heat; panting along beside me. We stopped for a few sniff breaks/photo ops. Rossi found a nice clear ice-melt puddle to quench his thirst, which made me quite envious. We put in a solid 9k run today! Love this guy. The Scoop: 1 poo, multiple pees. Runner: Brooke   DISTANCE: 8.89 km DURATION: 1:07:01
Where did the time go?! Rossi and I had one of our longest runs yet on this Spring Equinox and I took just one picture of the guy! We were on such a roll it hardly occurred to me how long we were out there for and how few times we had stopped. Unfortunately, not even I was ready to brave Edworthy with all its icy trails slick with water and frozen streams. We did try though! We got our feet soaked in the process, but no one can say we didn’t try! Regardless, Rossi was still perfectly happy to get going on the cement walk which was a lot dryer and a lot sunnier. I think it’s officially burning weather and I’m going to have to start applying sunscreen before running this boy! See you next time Rossi. Hopefully, the trail conditions will be better for us on Friday. Scoop: 1 poo, several pees. Runner: Sarah    DISTANCE: 8.07 km . DURATION: 1:08:20
Today was a slush fest in Edworthy Park so we only did about half of our run there. It was very refreshing to have the sun as our companion this run. From the first step out the door, Rossi was smiling like the silly goof he is. We still went surprisingly far considering how long it took us to make it through the first half of our loop. Rossi also got to practice his off- leash listening skills, which he really enjoyed and he got a couple of treats for being attentive. Unfortunately, we didn’t see our porcupine friend but that might be for the better since I imagine he might be bothered a bit with the increased traffic in the area. Rossi still had fun regardless, and we both enjoyed the lovely change in weather! The Scoop: 2 poops, several pees. Runner: Sarah |
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