About David
David Hill, "The Chicago Dog Runner",
hatched the idea for a business after two years
of running his high energy dog Flynn. Found at
the PAWS no-kill animal shelter here in
Chicago, Flynn had twice been rejected by
potential adopters due to his fear aggression
and extreme excitability. This border collie mix
had been abandoned at a young age and most
probably abused.
David brought Flynn along on his marathon
training runs and started to notice his neurotic
tendencies changing for the better. Over time,
seeing how much calmer and relaxed the dog
was after running, David knew other canines
could benefit.
Growing up around his father's veterinary
practice, David developed a strong bond with
dogs at an early age. He is a graduate of Texas
A&M University and originally from San
Antonio. His running credits include 7
marathons and 5 ultramarathons, most recently
completing the 2009 Javelina Jundred 100 mile
desert trail race.
About Paul
The staff runner racking up the most miles each
week is Paul Tarpey. Paul is currently in
Chicago pursuing a degree in Computer
Science. His prior work experience at kennels
and daycares prepped him well for the world of
dog running, especially handling larger breeds.
hatched the idea for a business after two years
of running his high energy dog Flynn. Found at
the PAWS no-kill animal shelter here in
Chicago, Flynn had twice been rejected by
potential adopters due to his fear aggression
and extreme excitability. This border collie mix
had been abandoned at a young age and most
probably abused.
David brought Flynn along on his marathon
training runs and started to notice his neurotic
tendencies changing for the better. Over time,
seeing how much calmer and relaxed the dog
was after running, David knew other canines
could benefit.
Growing up around his father's veterinary
practice, David developed a strong bond with
dogs at an early age. He is a graduate of Texas
A&M University and originally from San
Antonio. His running credits include 7
marathons and 5 ultramarathons, most recently
completing the 2009 Javelina Jundred 100 mile
desert trail race.
About Paul
The staff runner racking up the most miles each
week is Paul Tarpey. Paul is currently in
Chicago pursuing a degree in Computer
Science. His prior work experience at kennels
and daycares prepped him well for the world of
dog running, especially handling larger breeds.
Chicago Dog Runner, LLC
Flynn
About Nate
A multi-sport athlete who grew up running
his own dogs, Nate ran his first Chicago
marathon in 2009. Nate has time during the
day to help CDR with his work in the
evenings as a producer in Chicago sports
television.
A multi-sport athlete who grew up running
his own dogs, Nate ran his first Chicago
marathon in 2009. Nate has time during the
day to help CDR with his work in the
evenings as a producer in Chicago sports
television.
Pamela with Spencer
About Jaimie
The owner of three dogs and a veteran of 2 Chicago
marathons, Jaimie is a great addition to the CDR team.
She is currently in nursing school and finds exercising
her canine running buddies to be the perfect study
break.
The owner of three dogs and a veteran of 2 Chicago
marathons, Jaimie is a great addition to the CDR team.
She is currently in nursing school and finds exercising
her canine running buddies to be the perfect study
break.
Jaimie with Benson & Petunia
Paul with Ned
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Watch out pups, this Wisconsin lady grew up
whipping the family farm dogs into shape
during her competitive cross county running
days. With a degree in exercise physiology and
an affinity for cold weather, Pam is a true
CDR asset
About David
About Pamela
Nate with Dewey
