A private, mobile fitness studio. The whole thing takes 30 minutes.
Every visit is the same predictable rhythm: book, van arrives, session, report card. No lobby introductions, no shared spaces, no other dogs. Your dog only ever meets us and the mill.
Book, van arrives, work, report card.
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Book an intake online
Send us your dog's name, breed, and what you are trying to solve. We reply within one business day with a slot.
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The van arrives at your driveway
Matte black service van, climate controlled, professional Firepaw slat mill inside. We park, we set up, we knock on the door.
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30 minutes of guided work
Warm up, steady cardio, cool down. Handler in the van the whole time. One dog only, zero exposure to other dogs.
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Report card in your inbox
Same-day email with duration, distance, effort notes, and anything the handler noticed. Shareable with your vet.
A professional Firepaw slat mill. Dog-powered, not motorized.
A slat mill is a curved wooden treadmill your dog powers with their own stride. There is no motor, so your dog controls the pace and can stop instantly. It is the same equipment used in professional canine conditioning programs and sport dog kennels.
- • Non-motorized: dog-driven pace, natural gait.
- • Curved deck: closer to a real running surface than flat.
- • Sanitized between every dog with vet-grade product.
- • Handler at the head, treats in hand, the whole session.
A written record in your inbox, same day.
Every session ends with a report card: duration, distance, effort, and behavioural notes. If your dog is under a vet's care, forward it to their clinic. If your dog is with a trainer, forward it to them too.
Warm up: settled onto the mill in under a minute. No stalling.
Work: steady trot, drifted to a slow canter for two 4 minute intervals. Focused, tail relaxed.
Cool down: ate the last of the treats and lay down on her own. Handler debrief with owner.
The slat mill, the van, and the handler.
What is a dog slat mill?
A slat mill is a treadmill built from wooden slats mounted on a curved frame. It is dog-powered, not motorized. Your dog controls the pace, which makes it safer than a motorized treadmill and closer to a natural run.
Slat mill vs treadmill, what is the difference for dogs?
Motorized treadmills set the pace for the dog, which can push a dog past comfort. Slat mills are dog-driven and stop instantly when the dog stops. Slat mills also use natural running gait, not the shortened stride treadmills tend to cause.
What should I have ready before the van arrives?
A safe harness or collar, your dog's usual treats, and a bit of driveway or curb space for the van. That is it. We bring the mill, the water, and the towel.
What certifications does the handler have?
Lead handler holds CPDT-KA certification, Fear Free professional status, and pet first aid. Fully insured under an Alberta commercial policy.