The Rec Report
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Your behind-the-scenes pass to all things Barks and Rec. From pup wellness tips to road stories and rescue features, we’re here to bring the outdoors to your home—one tail wag at a time.
Summer Schedules Change but Your Dog's Need for Exercise Doesn't
Summer schedules can get hectic, but your dog's exercise routine shouldn't. Discover why consistent physical and mental exercise helps reduce unwanted behaviors, maintain a healthy weight, and keep your pup happy all season long.
Mid-Summer Is Here: Keep Your Dog Safe, Happy, and Moving
Summer has arrived in Central Oregon, bringing hotter days, dry trails, and an increase in foxtails and cheatgrass. Discover simple ways to protect your dog's paws, avoid dangerous grass awns, and keep them active even when the temperatures climb. Learn why indoor, climate-controlled exercise can be the safest way to help your pup stay healthy all summer long.
Celebrating Dog Dads: The Treat Dispensers, Ball Throwers, and Adventure Guides
This Father's Day, we're celebrating the dog dads of Bend, Oregon. From early morning walks to endless games of fetch, here's to the dads who make life better for their four-legged family members.
Spring Has Arrived in Bend, Is Your Dog Keeping Up?
Spring has officially arrived in Bend, bringing busier schedules and more time outdoors. Make sure your dog stays active, calm, and ready to enjoy the season with consistent exercise and support.
🎄🐾 Christmas Cheer with Bodhi, Our Chief Running Officer! 🐾🎄
Bodhi the Chief Running Officer at Bend Barks & Rec posing with Santa and Mrs. Claus in Bend, Oregon. Climate-controlled dog fitness and holiday cheer. Give the gift of dog fitness this Christmas with Bend Barks & Rec gift certificates—perfect for pups of all ages in Bend, OR!

