New Mobile Dog Fitness Service Opens in Bend

Bend Barks & Rec brings a climate-controlled gym directly to clients' homes or workplaces.

Jan. 29, 2026 at 11:15am

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A new locally-owned mobile dog fitness service called Bend Barks & Rec has opened in Bend, Oregon. The service brings a state-of-the-art, climate-controlled mobile dog gym directly to clients' homes or workplaces, offering customized 30-minute fitness sessions using non-motorized slatmills designed specifically for dogs.

Why it matters

The new service aims to support dog owners in Bend by providing a convenient way for their pets to get structured exercise, regardless of weather, schedules, or physical limitations. This can help promote the health and wellbeing of dogs in the community.

The details

Bend Barks & Rec was created to support dogs and their people through safe, structured, and convenient exercise. The mobile gym features non-motorized slatmills designed specifically for dogs, allowing for customized 30-minute fitness sessions.

  • Bend Barks & Rec opened in January 2026.

The players

Bend Barks & Rec

A locally-owned mobile dog fitness service based in Bend, Oregon.

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The takeaway

The new Bend Barks & Rec service provides a unique and convenient way for dog owners in the Bend community to help keep their furry friends active and healthy, even when weather or other factors make it difficult to exercise them outside.