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Mobile Dog Gym in Bend, OR + Puppy Bowl Adoption Event

See today’s Bend Barks & Rec Rec Report and join us at River’s Place for Street Dog Hero’s Puppy Bowl Dog Adoption Event. Mobile dog gym demos, adoptable dogs, food, and fun in Bend, Oregon.

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The Secret to a Long, Healthy Life for Bend Dogs: Exercise, Diet, and Mental Stimulation.

Bend is a paradise for dogs—but staying healthy takes more than trail days. The real secret to a long, happy life? A balanced routine of exercise, proper nutrition, and mental stimulation. Here’s how Bend Barks & Rec helps dogs stay active and thriving year-round with our climate-controlled mobile dog gym.

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