I love running with a partner or team. It’s super source of motivation (especially on those early, pre-dawn runs) and a great way to squeeze socializing into a busy schedule.
On those frequent occasions when a running partner of the human variety is not available, our Jack Russell-Bichon- Dacshund-mix, Winnie, accompanies me on jogs.
Winnie came to us three years ago, when my boss’s daughters’ dogs decided to fall in love and have puppies. We got pick of the litter…and the price (free) for a fantastic, adorable little pup was perfect.
Winnie Ratamore, as a young pup
As luck would have it, Winnie has the sweet temperament of a Bichon and the energy/stamina of a Jack Russell. She routinely manages 2-2.5 mile runs, charging ahead of me the entire time.
Tonight, we did exactly 2 miles in just over 20 minutes (nature calls for Ms. Winnie, hence the slower time).
Like a speeding bullet. Look at that dog go!
My Run In Pictures 
That was one adorable pup! I’m writing this with a cat in my lap, whose position on running could safely be called “anti.”
You can borrow Winnie for runs! She loves it!