Dryland is a Dog Powered Sport which includes Canicross, Scootering, bikejoring and carting. As it is done Spring through Fall, when there is no snow, it has been called Dryland. Dryland has been practiced in Europe for many years, and moved into the United States, starting on the East Coast, and has now made its way to the Midwest. Dryland has taken the Midwest by storm! Anyone with a dog 30 pounds or larger and the physical ability to run or manuever a wheeled apparatus will be able to participate. Dryland is a great way to exercise yourself and Fido, along with enjoying some of the Twin Cities most beautiful parks and wonderful weather.

We all will start with Canicross. Canicross involves using a belt and tugline to hook yourself to your dog, which will be wearing a harness. Canicross is the best way to begin training your dog, or "doing the footwork" so to speak. Canicross will give you control until your dog, (and yourself) have the commands you will be using down pat, and you have your personal working relationship with your dog jelled. Read more about canicross here.

The next step of Dryland is moving on to a wheeled apparatus. We suggest a scooter as this will give you more control to train your dog. You simply step off the platform to make the necessary corrections. You may also kickl to help your dog along. Read more here.

Rigs, also called carts, are a viable option for training or racing. Most carts have 3 or 4 wheels and a platform to stand on. This option gives you control, stability and easy on/off when necessary to make corrections with your dog. Find out more about rigs here.

Bikejor is for more advanced dog powered sports enthusiasts. It is imperative your dog is well trained. The bike does not give you as much control and stability as scooters or rigs. Once your pet is trained properly, bikejor is a popular choice for riding the trails.  Learn more about bikejoring here.