Our ActiveLYOutdoors philosophy is all about promoting an active outdoor lifestyle for both dogs and their humans. We believe that physical activity in nature, such as hiking, mountain biking, skiing, snowboarding, standup paddling, trail running, etc. is essential for your dog´s health and well-being. But, more importantly, it’s a shared activity that strengthens the bond between dogs and their humans.
Active Outdoor Time Matters for Dogs and humans
- Physical and Mental Health Benefits for Dogs:
- Weight Management: Keeping a dog active helps prevent obesity, which can lead to numerous health issues such as diabetes, joint problems, and heart disease. Whether you’re going on a hike, running, or cycling, your dog gets to burn energy in a healthy and controlled manner.
- Joint and Muscle Health: Regular outdoor activities help strengthen your dog’s muscles and joints. This is especially important for larger breeds and older dogs, as they are more prone to conditions like arthritis or hip dysplasia.
- Mental Stimulation: Just like humans, dogs need mental stimulation. By engaging in outdoor activities, dogs experience new sights, sounds, and smells, providing mental enrichment. This reduces boredom and unwanted behavioral issues.
- Improved Behavior and Socialization: Active dogs are more likely to be well-behaved, as they have less pent-up energy. Additionally, outdoor activities provide ample opportunities for socialization with other dogs and people, contributing to improved behavior and reduced anxiety.
- Benefits for Dog Owners:
- Physical Fitness: Engaging in outdoor activities with your dog promotes a healthy, active lifestyle for you as well. Hiking, biking, or even just walking alongside your dog is a great way to improve cardiovascular health, build stamina, and manage weight.
- Mental Well-being: Exercise is scientifically proven to release endorphins, which help reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. Spending time in nature, away from the hustle and bustle of daily life, has a calming effect on both humans and dogs. Engaging in shared outdoor activities with your dog also helps strengthen your bond.
- Quality Time: When you’re out in nature with your dog, you’re focusing on the present moment. It’s an opportunity for you to disconnect from technology and other distractions and connect deeply with your dog and the environment around you.
Our ActiveLYOutdoors Philosophy: Products for Active Dogs
At LYO DOG, our ActiveLYOutdoors philosophy is central to the products we offer. All products in our online shop are carefully selected to support an active lifestyle, ensuring that your dog is ready for whatever outdoor activity you enjoy together. Whether you’re hiking rugged trails, cycling through mountain paths, or paddleboarding across serene lakes, our products are formulated to enhance your dog’s health and performance.
- Natural Dog Treats: Provide your dog with nutritious, single-ingredient treats that give them the energy they need for any adventure. These treats are easy to carry, delicious, and highly nutritious.
- Supplements for Active Dogs: Our supplements are designed to support joint health, improve endurance, and boost overall fitness. Whether your dog is a puppy or a senior, our products ensure they remain strong and active.
- First Aid Products: We offer essential first aid products for dogs who enjoy outdoor adventures. Whether it’s paw protection, outdoor gear or wound care, our selected products will keep your dog safe and healthy.
To share our specific expertise, we developed our ADVENTURE DOG online training course: expert-led training to help you and your dog explore the outdoors safely, with the aim of creating a great bond along the way. 🙂
Based on our students´ inputs, we developed these 6-week online dog training courses:
All classes are limited edition, which means that the course only starts when all the places are filled. Groups are small, which allows us to fully adapt to you and your dog, and we are always available for any questions, even after the course is finished. Roughly, this is the running order (depending on the weather conditions):
- Skiing with dogs (as soon as we get some snow*)
- Hiking with dogs
- Mountain biking with dogs
- Stand-up paddling with dogs
All dog training sessions are done online in English language, and contain a mixture of pre-recorded lessons, live lessons, Q&A sessions and personalized consultations for each participant (depending on your previous experience, specific goals, etc.).
The next cohort is planned to start in autumn/winter of 2026/27, depending on the weather conditions.