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Weight Loss

Is your dog carrying extra weight?

59%

of dogs evaluated in the 2022 US State of Pet Obesity report by the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP) were classified as overweight or obese by their veterinary professionals.

73%

of dog owners in this study report they had tried some form of pet weight loss.

If 73% of dog owners have tried some form of pet weight loss, why are 59% of their dogs still overweight?

This number represents a gap between intention and execution. RunBuddy aims to close this gap by providing a consistent routine and customized wellness plan for pet owners and their dogs.

Learn more about what it means for your dog to carry extra weight below.

Why it matters

Excess weight has become so common that many owners no longer recognize it as a problem. Even a few extra pounds can significantly impact a dog's comfort, mobility, and long-term health.

Carrying excess weight can lead to:

  • Arthritis and joint discomfort

  • Reduced mobility

  • Increased strain on the heart

  • Reduced stamina and endurance

  • Increased risk of injury

  • Reduced quality of life

  • Shortened lifespan

 How runbuddy helps 

Movement Designed For Dogs

RunBuddy provides individualized exercise sessions in a climate-controlled and self-paced mobile dog gym.

Benefits may include:

  • Increased calorie expenditure

  • Improved muscle tone

  • Better cardiovascular fitness

  • Increased endurance

  • Improved confidence

  • Consistent exercise regardless of weather

  • Accountability and structure for owners

Every dog starts somewhere

Whether your dog needs to lose 2 pounds or 20 pounds, we meet them where they are.

Programs are tailored around: Age, Weight, Fitness level, Mobility limitations, Confidence level, Veterinary recommendations

Many dogs benefit from one session per week, while others may benefit from multiple a week depending on their goals.

Testimonials | Weight Loss

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Haverly D.
July 2026

The cheese tax had finally caught up to Eddy. I was adding extra toppings and snacks to get her to eat, and over time the weight crept on. Eddy has been using RunBuddy for over a year, and since starting consistent weekly sessions, the results have been obvious. She's lost weight, looks noticeably leaner, and has so much more confidence on the slatmill. Brandon and his team have done an incredible job encouraging her every step of the way, and it's been amazing to watch her progress. If you're looking for a fun, safe way to help your dog lose weight, build confidence, or simply stay active year-round, I can't recommend RunBuddy enough.

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Routines that change lives

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Ready to Get Started?

Every dog’s journey begins with an assessment where we’ll learn about your goals, your dog’s personality, lifestyle, and current routine.

From there, we’ll build a plan that meets your dog exactly where they are today—and helps them become the happiest, healthiest version of themselves.

Because that’s what RunBuddy Mobile has always been about.

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