Coming 2027!
Good Shepherd K9
Billings dog exercise and conditioning
Mission:
To help dogs in the Billings area live stronger, healthier, happier lives by making meaningful exercise and conditioning convenient, safe, and accessible for their owners—while caring for every dog with integrity, compassion, and a commitment to excellence.
Our Services
We provide purposeful exercise and individualized conditioning designed to improve your dog's physical health and overall well-being.
Senior Package
A 4-session (1x per week) program tailored for older dogs, focusing on maintaining mobility and overall longevity.
Canine Fitness:
The Foundation of Health
Fitness isn’t just about burning off energy—it’s about building a stronger, healthier, and happier dog for life. Purposeful exercise helps dogs develop strength, endurance, balance, coordination, and confidence while supporting a healthy weight and maintaining mobility.
Whether your dog is a growing puppy, an active adult, a working partner, or a senior enjoying their golden years, the right conditioning can help them feel and function their best.
Build strength. Build confidence. Build a healthier life.
Knowledge You Can Trust
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A Lifelong Passion for Dogs — Caring for dogs has been a lifelong passion, and that passion drives everything we do.
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Movement With Purpose — Conditioning is built around sound principles of canine movement, strength, mobility, and physical development.
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Individualized for Every Dog — Every dog is different. We consider age, fitness level, abilities, goals, and individual needs exercise.
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Safety Comes First — Proper progression, appropriate intensity, and close observation help dogs build fitness safely and confidently.
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Always Learning — We continually build our knowledge so we can provide thoughtful, effective, and responsible fitness for the dogs in our care.
Stewardship & Safety
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Your Dog Is in Our Care — We treat every dog entrusted to us with patience, respect, kindness, and genuine care.
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Safety Before Speed — We prioritize proper introductions, appropriate progression, and each dog’s comfort over pushing for performance.
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Know the Dog in Front of Us — We pay attention to behavior, body language, energy, and physical ability so we can adjust when needed.
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A Clean, Controlled Environment — Equipment and spaces are maintained with your dog’s health and safety in mind.
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Know When to Stop — If something doesn’t look or feel right, we stop. Your dog’s well-being always comes before completing a workout.
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A Partnership With You — We welcome your veterinarian’s and trainer's guidance and believe good communication with owners is essential to responsible canine fitness.
We proudly use Dog Trotter professional slat mills in our van to provide your dog with a safe, comfortable and quality experience.
Good Shepherd K9 Values
1. Care for Every Dog
We believe every dog deserves to be treated as an individual and cared for with patience, compassion, and respect. We consider each dog's age, abilities, needs, temperament, and goals so that exercise is productive, positive, and appropriate.
2. Safety First
The well-being of the dog always comes before convenience, speed, or profit. We maintain a safe environment, use equipment responsibly, recognize the limits of our expertise, and will never knowingly put a dog at unnecessary risk.
3. Integrity in Everything
We will be honest with our clients, transparent about what we can and cannot provide, and trustworthy in every interaction. We will do what we say we will do and make decisions based on what is best for the dog—not simply what is best for the business.
4. Pursue Excellence
Good enough isn't our goal. We are committed to continuing education, improving our knowledge of canine fitness and conditioning, maintaining clean and professional facilities, and continually looking for better ways to serve dogs and their owners.
5. Make Healthy Living Easier
We believe caring for a dog shouldn't have to be complicated. Many dogs need more physical and mental activity than their owners realize, but busy lives can make providing it difficult. We exist to make meaningful exercise convenient and achievable so owners can give their dogs more of what they need to thrive.
6. Serve Beyond Ourselves
We believe our business should be a means of serving others, not simply generating profit. As we grow, we will give back through financial support, service, and partnerships with organizations that care for people, veterans, and dogs in need.
7. Follow the Good Shepherd
Our business is built on a Christian foundation. The name Good Shepherd reflects both our love for shepherd breeds and our faith in Jesus Christ, the Good Shepherd who guides, protects, and cares for His people. We seek to operate this business in a way that reflects His character—serving others, acting with integrity, caring for His creation, and using what we have been given to make a positive difference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is canine conditioning?
Conditioning is the systematic improvement of a dog's physical fitness, strength, and endurance through progressive exercise designed to meet their individual needs.
What is a slatmill?
A slatmill is a specialized non-motorized treadmill designed for dogs. It provides a controlled, low-impact environment for exercise, allowing for precise monitoring of movement and effort.
Is a slatmill safe for dogs?
Yes, safety is our highest priority. We use high-quality, non-slip surfaces and provide constant supervision to ensure a secure and comfortable experience for all dogs.
What dogs are appropriate for slatmill exercise?
Slatmill exercise can be appropriate for many healthy dogs when the exercise is properly matched to their age, size, fitness level, and physical condition. For puppies and younger dogs whose growth plates are still developing, we carefully control the duration, intensity, and pace of exercise to avoid excessive impact or fatigue while supporting healthy development.
For mature dogs, exercise can be adjusted to build endurance, strength, mobility, and overall fitness. Every dog is evaluated individually, and we adjust or stop exercise whenever a dog shows signs that they need a break. Dogs with existing health or orthopedic concerns may need veterinary clearance before participating.
Can puppies participate?
Yes, we offer a 4-session (once per week) puppy package specifically designed for age-appropriate physical development and confidence-building in a safe, encouraging environment.
How do I prepare my dog for their session?
No meals 2 hours before the session, and then 1 hour after their session. We provide a simple pre-session checklist to help owners prepare for a positive and productive experience.
How long are sessions?
Our initial sessions are 40 minutes long. We also offer 8-session conditioning programs and 6-week puppy packages for more comprehensive fitness development.
Can multiple dogs participate?
Yes, we offer multi-dog household discounts. We ensure that each dog receives individualized attention and that the environment is safe and clean for all participants.
What should my dog bring?
Your dog should be wearing a collar. We provide all exercise gear.
How do I book a session?
You can book your dog's session directly through our MoeGo client portal. We recommend scheduling at least 48 hours in advance to secure your preferred time.
