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 from 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 originally from San
Antonio, a graduate of Texas A&M
University, and has run 8 marathons.
About Kirsten
The Chicago Dog Runner is pleased to
announce the addition of Kirsten Minor.
Kirsten has her own impressive history of
running and dog handling experience.
Kirsten recently ran her 3rd Boston Marathon
and has completed 9 in total. She has been
running with her dogs Addy and Baily for
years. With a career background in fashion,
nursing and athletics, she has lived in Europe
as well as other major US cities.
Her favorite canine cardio workout? Doing
wind sprints on the beach with her dogs in
sub-zero wind chill. Now that's what this city
needs in a 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 from 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 originally from San
Antonio, a graduate of Texas A&M
University, and has run 8 marathons.
About Kirsten
The Chicago Dog Runner is pleased to
announce the addition of Kirsten Minor.
Kirsten has her own impressive history of
running and dog handling experience.
Kirsten recently ran her 3rd Boston Marathon
and has completed 9 in total. She has been
running with her dogs Addy and Baily for
years. With a career background in fashion,
nursing and athletics, she has lived in Europe
as well as other major US cities.
Her favorite canine cardio workout? Doing
wind sprints on the beach with her dogs in
sub-zero wind chill. Now that's what this city
needs in a dog runner!
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Flynn
Kirsten with Baily & Addy
About Kyle
Assisting David on a daily basis with running
and transporting the dogs is Kyle Privette.
Originally from northern California, Kyle's
passion for fitness and dogs is infectious. He is
a Photography and Graphic Arts major
studying at Columbia College here in Chicago.
Assisting David on a daily basis with running
and transporting the dogs is Kyle Privette.
Originally from northern California, Kyle's
passion for fitness and dogs is infectious. He is
a Photography and Graphic Arts major
studying at Columbia College here in Chicago.
Kyle with Tango
About Amanda
Amanda Hart, a graduate of the University of
Illinois, is in Chicago about to embark on her law
school education at Loyola University. She brings
several years of volunteer experience at the
Humane Society and hundreds of miles run with
her own boxer to the CDR Team.
Amanda Hart, a graduate of the University of
Illinois, is in Chicago about to embark on her law
school education at Loyola University. She brings
several years of volunteer experience at the
Humane Society and hundreds of miles run with
her own boxer to the CDR Team.
Amanda with Nikki
Paul with Ned
About Paul
A native of Chicago and a New Yorker for 8
years, CDR welcomes Paul Tarpey. Paul is
currently pursuing a degree in Computer
Science. His work at kennels and daycares
have prepped him well for dog running,
especially with larger breeds.
A native of Chicago and a New Yorker for 8
years, CDR welcomes Paul Tarpey. Paul is
currently pursuing a degree in Computer
Science. His work at kennels and daycares
have prepped him well for dog running,
especially with larger breeds.