March 2023: The 14th Annual Fittest Dogs Issue
Another year, another dog issue! This March marks AFM’s 14th annual Fittest Dogs Issue in which we showcase the fittest and finest canines of Austin. Not only will you meet these fido finalists, but you’ll also read loads of pup-related content, from a feature on the dog who’s visited every Texas state park to local TikTok start Kennedy Eurich discussing the stigma around pitbulls. If you had a tail, it would no doubt be wagging for this issue!
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From The March 2023 Issue
March 1, 2023
Rehabilitation isn’t just for people; our four-legged friends can benefit from professional rehab services just like you and me. As a physical therapist, I treat people for acute injuries or help them recover from...
March 1, 2023
Some challenges lead to failure, others lead to success, but few lead to an unexpected bonus. The latter was the case for Dale Blasingame. Austin-based Blasingame started July 2014 with the personal challenge to...
March 1, 2023
As spring nears, so do the showers, but that doesn’t mean you always have to opt for a cuddle session on the couch with your pup rather than braving the rain and staying active....
March 1, 2023
Two years ago, I stood in a New Mexico desert and watched happiness unfold. My golden retriever Molly, the usual solemn old soul of a puppy, was running at full speed across the landscape,...
March 1, 2023
Your dog is family, but working from home can be tough for both of you — dividing your attention between your furry little bundle of joy and work responsibilities. Enter Work & Woof, a...
March 1, 2023
Louie Sublime Louie Sublime is a 3-year-old Dalmatian living his best life soaking up the smells and sights the Greenbelt provides. He’s a frequent visitor of Zilker Park where he’s never met a stranger...
March 1, 2023
The size debate continues — which dogs are better, small or large pups? Regardless of your answer, understanding their differences in relation to fitness can help you best care for your pup. Small and...
March 1, 2023
Parents will give the world if it makes their children happy, even if their children have four legs and fur. Just like humans, pets struggle with their nutritional well-being, medical ailments and mental health....
March 1, 2023
Since 2009, the National Service Animal Registry has helped around 115, 832 animals become registered as emotional support animals — and this trend only continues to grow. With an increasingly stressful, fearful and overwhelming...
March 1, 2023
Hello, AFM! This month’s featured pet is Wild Blue Yonder, brought to you by Austin Pets Alive! Wild Blue Yonder is a one-year and 8-month-old Boxer mix and one of the most athletic dogs...
March 1, 2023
Greetings, AFM! In our quest to capture the many offerings Austin holds for every fitness enthusiast, it’s time to shine a light on another local outfit. This month brought us to Tactical Fitness Austin,...
March 1, 2023
This month’s featured recipe highlights Scooby Stew, a meal for your pup that will leave them satisfied and healthy. Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups water 1 cup brown rice 2 cups sweet potato, cubed 2...
March 1, 2023
Imagine you’re a dog during the pandemic — it’s a dream come true; your owner is always home, and you have plenty of treats! Fast forward and now imagine the pandemic is over, your...
March 1, 2023
Puppy kisses and baby giggles — they’re sweet and, better yet, surprisingly healthy for your household! Owning a dog provides more than unconditional love and an in-house playmate for your children; did you know...
March 1, 2023
Local star Kennedy Eurich doesn’t just talk the talk on TikTok; she walks the walk. Eurich (@ken.eurich), who has a TikTok following of over 1.4 million people, is a huge advocate for animals and...
March 1, 2023
Brittany Shimansky is a former professional ballerina turned celebrity barre trainer. After retiring from her dance career in New York City, she began her fitness career at Flywheel Sports where she quickly became one...
March 1, 2023
When TV shows or movies depict a K9 unit, they typically appear only in short stretches of time. But the life of a K9 unit is much more involved and intense than a 5-minute...
March 1, 2023
Sometimes our most memorable times going out to eat include our pup — what more could you want than to enjoy a meal alongside your best friend? Especially in such a dog-friendly city like...
March 1, 2023
Second to smell, hearing is a prominent sense for pups. But without healthy ears, dogs lose an important avenue to understand the world around them. Ear infections are common ailments among dogs, which can...
