About us
Canicross is a mashup of the words “canine” and “cross country”. It's a human & canine running team. A canine athlete with his human teammate!
San Diego Canicross Trailrunners, provides local Canicross MeetUp Events held on trails throughout San Diego County. Canicross Training is also provided to introduce beginners to this specialized sport. Upon request we can provide to you resource info to companies providing canicross gear to fully outfit yourself and your canine.
All our SDCT Event Organizers are experienced Canicrossers & Competitors and can support and guide you through the canicross experience.
Canicross Event MeetUps offer 3 Canicross Levels, and are posted with the Event descriptions. This will help you to run comfortably within your proficiency level.
No more feeling like you're at the back of the Pack, or that you're so far ahead you're out of site and running in a Pack of, ... one!.
CANICROSS LEVELS:
CANICROSS PACERS 10 -13+ minute milers
CANICROSS TRAILRUNNERS 9 - 7 minute milers
CANICROSS TRAIL BLAZERS - 8 to 6 minute milers
Yes, there are overlapping gray time zones to give you freedom to move through the Levels. You will improve your running proficiency as you move through the levels, ...or, chose a "paced" run to chill.
Personally, I'm a Canicross Pacer. I've had injuries, surgeries, age and an older dog that's made me take a slower pace.
Life! It's All Good!
We also encourage participation and membership in North American Canicross (NACC), https://nacanicross.com. NACC membership offers pertinent information on the sport of Canicross and Statewide & National Canicross racing info.
We'll offer informal Canicross Racing for our San Diego Canicross enthusiasts as interest grows.
Canicross Team Equipment Info:
Note: We can help you purchase equipment & fit your dog.
Human - Wears an especially designed waist belt which allows for "hands-free" running.
Canine - Wears a specifically designed/custom-fit harness, with attachment at the back for pulling during the run. No collar attachment allowed, as this can cause injury to the dog.
Both, are joined by an elastic bungee line that reduces the jerking line resistance during the run.
Hydration Pack & Treats - A must during long runs.
For the health of your dog, the meetups are held in temperatures cooler than 71°. Morning runs are preferred.
IMPORTANT- Do not come to the event with an aggressive or non-social dog. A 6 ft distance is required at all events. If your dog persists and you do not have a muzzle the Event Organizer will ask you to stay at the back of the Pack,... or leave the event.
If your dog injures, harms or destroys anything or anyone, you alone are finacially responsible for all costs involved.
If you have any questions, please msg me directly or your Event Organizer.
RUN WILD n' CHASE TAIL
Deborah Vande Berg
Founder & Event Organizer
San Diego Canicross Trailrunners
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CANICROSS TRAILBLAZERS AT SANTA MARGARITA RIVER TRAIL
Santa Margarita River Trail, Sandia Creek Drive and Rivers Edge, Fallbrook, ca, USThis beautiful river valley trail & preserve will have some twists and turns. Considered a technical trail with imbedded tree roots and rocky. Be observant of the trail surface. The trail is well-marked and easy to follow with shaded areas. You may encounter horseback riders.
4251 Riveredge Rd, Fallbrook, CA 92028Please read all below.
Disclaimer: Canicross can be a high risk sport prone to injuries. San Diego Canicross Trailrunners and its Organizers are not liable for any injury or damage which you or dog may suffer, when choosing to engage in the events including specifically, any injury or damage resulting from the actions of any dogs, or those relating to trail conditions, weather conditions, passing of teams, contact between dogs, runners, starting and finishing the canicross trail run, spectator presence, parking at the race, and all other natural and manmade conditions of any kind whatsoever pertaining to or occurring at the San Canicross Trailrunner Events. Participants expressly assume the risk of any such damage or injury while attending any San Diego Canicross Trailrunners, and are advise to train in the sport in preparation for the event and to be knowledgeable in first aid protocol, and carry a first aid kit.PHOTOS & VIDEOS ARE TAKEN AT THE BEGINNING & DURING EVENT. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO INFORM EVERYONE IF YOU DO NOT WANT YOUR PHOTO TAKEN OR TO PARTICIPATE IN MEETUP VIDEOS.
FYI: Canicross running is best performed in temperatures cooler than 68 degrees to avoid heat exhaustion in dogs, if temps are warmer than 71 degrees the meetup may be cancelled at the discretion of the Organizer for the health of the dogs.
Suggested Equipment & what to bring:
- Canicross Belt or Runner's Hands-free belt.
- Dog Harness with back leash attachment. No "run-restricted" harnesses.
- Dog Leash or Canicross Bungee leash.
- Water & Treats - For you & your dog.
- Bring your own canine & personal first aid kit.
- Wag Bags
- Rabies shot & dog license must be current.
*Please, no dogs under one year old. Their bodies are not fully developed yet and need a bit more time to grow before pulling in a harness.
***Not Recommended for Dogs with shorter muzzles, i.e Pit Bulls, Boxers, etc. May not be well suited for canicross running, because of strained breathing issues & heart stress.
***We're here for a low stress fun for Owners and their dogs! try to maintain a 6FT distance from each other.
***Should your dog show signs of aggression towards other dogs or humans, you'll be asked to leave. SIGNS: Aggressive lunging & barking, attempted nipping at muzzle, etc.
***Protect the safety of dogs and their human teammates at the meet-up all times. If your dog damages another dog or person, YOU are responsible for any damages & medical bills to the wounded party.
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