Canicross Conversations

In this episode, Louise and Michelle chat to ultra-running journalist Lily Canter, who writes for Trail Running Magazine and Runners World. She is soon to feature in a special article in the January 2022 edition of trail running magazine about when she tried canicross running for the first time, with Louise's dog Pickle. This weekend, Lily has competed in her first canicross race with Pickle, and we chat to her about her experience of trying canicross for the first time with somebody else's dog, how

This week we chat to Georgie Lambert, who reveals her extraordinary story from non-canicrosser to international canicross medallist with her dogs, Benson and Bee. Georgie reveals how she got started in competition, and her top tips for beginners to the sport of canicross racing. Georgie talks about: how the start of each race works (10:21) tips on how to keep your dog calm at the start (13:34) warm ups for your dog (15:47 and 31:37)) the GB selection process for international competition

This week we chat to Dr Juliet McGrattan, former GP and author of two books, her second of which, Run Well, has recently been published. Juliet joins Michelle and Louise on the run with her dog Honey this week, and answers common running related questions, such as: 5:30  How do we recognise the signs of overheating in ourselves? 9:35 Why do your fingers sometimes swell up when you run? 11:13 Hayfever and running 13:37 Why does your nose run when you're running? 16:02 As we head into autumn and

In this episode, Louise and Michelle chat to canine researchers, canicrosser Anne Carter and vet Emily Hall, about how to spot the early signs of heatstroke when exercising your dog. Not just an issue over summer, but something to be aware of all year round. Early signs of heatstroke in dogs can include: Excessive panting, that doesn’t ease when you stop the activity A longer, or spade shaped, tongue A reluctance to move, or lethargy Changes in how your dog moves, such as poor coordination If not

In this first episode, Louise and Michelle take their dogs for a run while introducing the new podcast, the basics of canicross, and chat about the importance of the correct kit.