Four steps. One happy dog.
Most dogs aren't getting nearly enough real exercise. We make it effortless, structured, and measurable, without you ever leaving home.
Book Online
Sign up and pick a date and time that works for you.
We Come To You
Our van arrives at your home with professional slatmill equipment.
Your Dog Runs
A 30-minute session tailored to your dog's pace and fitness level.
Track Progress
View stats, earn achievements, and compete on the leaderboard.
Book Online
Sign up and pick a date and time that works for you.
We Come To You
Our van arrives at your home with professional slatmill equipment.
Your Dog Runs
A 30-minute session tailored to your dog's pace and fitness level.
Track Progress
View stats, earn achievements, and compete on the leaderboard.
Your dog's health
depends on it.
Longer median lifespan for lean dogs[1]
Higher odds of cognitive decline in inactive dogs[2]
Of US dogs are overweight or obese[3]
Body weight loss that measurably improves lameness[4]
Cardiovascular Health
Regular aerobic exercise strengthens your dog's heart, improves circulation, and builds endurance as your dog ages.
Joint & Muscle Strength
Consistent movement keeps joints flexible and muscles strong, reducing the risk of arthritis and mobility issues as your dog ages.
Mental & Cognitive Health
Physical activity is strongly linked to cognitive health in aging dogs. A Dog Aging Project study found that inactive dogs had roughly 6.5 times higher odds of cognitive dysfunction than very active dogs.[2]
Weight Management
Obesity is associated with diabetes, orthopedic disease, heart disease, and a shorter lifespan. Regular exercise is the most effective tool for keeping your dog at a healthy weight.[1]
Immune System Boost
Moderate exercise improves circulation and reduces chronic inflammation and stress hormones, all of which contribute to a stronger immune response in dogs.
Longer, Healthier Life
A landmark 14-year Purina study found that lean dogs lived an average of 1.8 years longer than their overweight counterparts. Exercise is the foundation of a long, healthy life.[1]
Sources
- Purina Institute. The 14-Year Life Span Study in Dogs (based on Lawler DF, et al., 2008). Lean-fed dogs lived a median 1.8 years longer than control-fed dogs. Purina Institute. View source
- Dog Aging Project. Associations between physical activity and cognitive dysfunction in older companion dogs (2022). Inactive dogs had roughly 6.5 times higher odds of cognitive dysfunction than very active dogs. GeroScience. View source
- Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP). 2022 State of U.S. Pet Obesity Survey. 59% of U.S. dogs were classified as overweight or obese, up from 56% in 2018. petobesityprevention.org. View source
- Marshall WG, et al. (2010). The effect of weight loss on lameness in obese dogs with osteoarthritis. Lameness improved significantly from 6.10% body weight loss onwards. Veterinary Research Communications. View source
Everything your dog needs.
"I've spent years working closely with dogs, and one thing became crystal clear: most dogs aren't getting nearly enough real exercise."
Safe & Professional
Slatmills designed specifically for dogs. Every session supervised by trained staff.
Convenient
No driving, no waiting rooms. We park in your driveway and handle everything.
Track Every Run
Miles, calories, and sessions are all logged. Watch your dog improve over time.
Achievements & Leaderboard
Your dog earns badges and can compete on a city-wide leaderboard.
Flexible Memberships
Choose monthly memberships or pay per session, whatever works for you.
Multi-Dog Households
Have multiple dogs? We accommodate households with more than one pup.
Plans for every pup.
Standard
4 sessions per month
$45 per session
Standard
4 sessions/mo · $45/ea
Pro
8 sessions per month
$42.50 per session
Pro
8 sessions/mo · $42.50/ea
A la carte
Pay as you go
No membership required
A la carte
Pay as you go · no membership
We come to you.
Currently serving 11 cities across Hamilton, Boone, Hancock and Madison counties, Indiana. Pick yours to see this week's schedule.
Outside these cities? We serve some surrounding areas case by case, get in touch.
Asked & answered.
A slatmill is a non-motorized dog treadmill powered entirely by your dog. Unlike electric treadmills, the belt only moves when your dog walks or runs, making it safer, more natural, and more effective for building strength and endurance.
Don’t take our word for it.
Rated 5 stars across 9 Google reviews, shown here word for word.
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Absolutely LOVE The Canine Gym!!! Both of my dogs are always excited to see the van pull up in our driveway. The staff is amazing and truly care about our pets. One of my dogs is reactive and this has been a safe way for him to get his energy out in an environment that he’s comfortable in. When it was too hot to walk my dogs, they were still able to get their much needed exercise.
We were so excited to hear about this mobile business! It was exactly what we were looking for! We have two golden’s one that has a very, very fast pace and usually pulls, and the other has a very slow pace and loves to stop a lot and sniff, which makes it very hard to walk both of them together. We jumped on the chance to try out the intro package and what I loved about it was that Mia was very sweet and patient with both of the dogs. I highly recommend the introductory package as it allows you and your dog to see if they will take to the slatmill. Slatmills have no motor, and the dogs will gain confidence learning that they can stop and start and go at their own pace. Kona is our fast pup and he caught on very quickly; Piper, however, took some coaxing even to get into the van, but once she was there, she got it and went her own pace. Both pups were very tired afterwards. The introductory package has two sessions and we will be signing up for memberships! They really care for your pups and I love that you get the stats and can watch even alive stream while the session is active. I can’t wait to see what this does for our dogs’, fitness and well-being!
The owner, Mia, and her husband are the best! I’ve been waiting for a mobile dog gym in Indy and this is perfect. I have one dog that is high anxiety and they have been so kind and patient with her every session, I couldn’t have asked for better. The live stream in the van for pup viewing is so nice! I really cannot recommend this company enough, they’re amazing! 💙
The Canine Gym has been a fantastic experience for my dogs! The convenience of having the gym come directly to us is amazing, and the staff is always professional, friendly, and great with dogs. My pups get a safe, fun, and challenging workout every session, which has helped burn off energy and improve overall fitness. I love seeing how excited my dog gets when the gym arrives. I highly recommend this service to any dog owner looking for a convenient way to keep their dog active and happy!
My 4YO white boxer Ham/Hamilton loves the Canine Gym! He always gets excited to see Mia, and he loves to perform on the treadmill. He comes back happy and panting and ready for a nap. We highly recommend the Canine Gym...especially for those of us, who work from home and don't always have a lot of time to walk our dogs during the workday!
Mia and Paul are great with dogs. My service dog took right to the track with no issues. I plan to continue using the Canine Gym to give him a little more exercise than just frisbee and ball in the back yard.
Absolutely love utilizing The Canine Gym's services!! Mo is a high energy pitty puppy that we walk twice a day, yet he is still up and ready to go within an hour of returning from a 3 mile walk. It's so helpful to have the slatmill come to our door and let Mo run full out for 30 minutes. It is the best way to tire our guy out and he loves it so much! Mia is so friendly and excited to see Mo, which makes me feel safe and comfortable leaving Mo for 30 minutes. It even helps me knock out a bunch of work uninterrupted when he is taking a jog and exhausted afterwards. We could not recommend using The Canine Gym enough!!
Mia has successfully gotten my dog to not only not be afraid of the treadmill, but actually enjoy doing it. Our dog has increased her speed and I am sure she will improve her health. Mia is very good with dogs. She's very compassionate and patient. My dog loves her weekly sessions.
Mia is wonderful with our girl and she gets so excited when she sees the van pull up!
Reviewers shared photos of their dogs too. You can see them on our Google profile.