Further defining FRiSKY FiTNESS...

In the beginning of the human-dog bond, our two species came to rely upon one another for life sustenance in the form of joint hunting practices. In the current era, we have reached another level of evolutionary advantage to humans' relationship with dogs. Not only can partnership with dogs facilitate physical health and fitness, but dogs allow a space for emotional honesty, and therefore the ability to deal with issues honestly in a safe, empowering way. Physical and emotional health in balance is what I refer to as FRISKY FITNESS, and is mutually beneficial to both humans and dogs.

The (non-profit orL3C profit/non-profit hybrid) I have in mind through which to facilitate this health and fitness revolution is called FRISKY FITNESS...Either a program to take place out of a facility that I run myself, (a human-canine fitness/rehabilitation/recreation/fun center); or a consultancy; development of an applicable program to implement in shelters...the goal being to exercise shelter dogs and program participants simultaneously.

Greater therapeutic processes would ensue on the simple foundation of PARTICIPANTS WALKING DOGS. Participants - who may be struggling with weight issues, grief, depression or anxiety - would learn to train dogs on leash, thereby becoming empowered as "pack leaders", and be encouraged to have fun, play actively outdoors, hike and enjoy nature, respect themselves, the dogs and one another.The dogs, meanwhile, will also have the opportunity to process their energy productively! They will then be calmer and more balanced; better representations of their great potential as pets!