Passion for Life

PASSION FOR LIFE RUN:  On March 27, 2010, Sammie, a German Shepherd and Michael Burkey, a professional dog trainer in Michigan, participated in the Passion for Life 5K Run Walk in Walled Lake, Michigan.   Part of the shelter It was a fantastic day!  First off, the weather was beautiful.  Additionally, the walk was well organized, safely supervised by a friendly police force and coordinated by very helpful hosts.  

Upon arrival, Sam and I reported to the Bayside Sports and Bar Grille where we received our race t-shirts.  Sam commented on how beautiful the sports bar and grille was and that he would like to return sometime for dinner.  I had to break it to him that this was a special event for him to be able to enter the restaurant and unfortunately, he wouldn’t be able to accompany me there later for dinner.   He took it in stride and was happy to be so warmly accepted into a restaurant even for a special event.  All the waitresses were happy to confer their verbal praise on him.  After that, it was off to start the race.

While chilly, it was a beautiful sunny day for a walk with your dog especially around the picturesque Walled Lake.  It was great seeing so many people walking with their dogs for the sake of health and pleasure alongside the racing competitors.  If you would like to start a walking or running fitness program, contact Jt Clough of SitK9Sit, a 9 time Ironman finisher and professional dog trainer.  If you need help training your dog to run with you, contact Michael Burkey, also a professional dog trainer.  It's a great time to get fit with your dog.  Check back for more information about Fido Fit Day in May 2010.