The Equipment
What Is a Slatmill?
A slatmill is a self-powered treadmill with no motor. The dog controls the pace entirely — every step drives the belt, and nothing forces a minimum speed.
That self-paced work builds sustained aerobic output the way natural running does: focused effort the dog chooses on their own terms, not stop-and-start loops on a sidewalk.
One dog at a time — every Kai's Run session is private.
INTRO SESSION
Intro Session
$35 one dog / $55 two dogs, same household
30–45 min
Includes:
- ✓Fitness assessment
- ✓Personalized "Run Profile" card
- ✓Progress photo texted
Best for: First-time clients, skeptical owners, proof-of-concept session
The intro is not a sales pitch in disguise — it is a structured evaluation. We watch how your dog loads into the harness, how they respond to the moving surface, and how quickly they find a sustainable rhythm. You leave with a Run Profile card that captures baseline fitness notes, behavior cues we noticed, and a recommended cadence if you decide to continue.
Because we operate on routed schedules, the intro also confirms your address fits the day's geography without guessing. If the slatmill is not the right tool for your dog, we will tell you directly rather than pushing another package.
LIMITED — 20 SPOTS
Founding Athlete
$200 for 5 sessions ($40/session)
30–45 min per session
Includes:
- ✓5 full conditioning sessions
- ✓Lowest rate ever offered
- ✓Never available again
Best for: Owners ready to commit before standard pricing is announced
The Founding Athlete program is a one-time offer for the first 20 dogs through the door. Five sessions at $40 each effective — an introductory rate we will never offer again once these spots are gone.
Founding Athletes get the same private session protocol as every other tier: warm-up, structured intervals, cool-down, and a photo plus recap after each visit. The difference is purely economic — you are betting on the service early, and we reward that with our best-ever per-session rate for this limited window only.
STANDARD SESSION
Standard Session
Pricing TBD
30–45 min
Includes:
- ✓Structured conditioning session
- ✓Walk-up booking when available
- ✓Same private session protocol
Best for: Returning clients after the Founding Athlete program closes
Standard walk-up pricing has not been announced yet. It will be set after the Founding Athlete program closes and will reflect ongoing operating costs, route density, and the value of consistent conditioning.
If you want a known rate today, book an intro session or claim a Founding Athlete spot while they remain. Standard sessions will use the same session protocol — warm-up, working sets, cool-down, and post-session feedback — once pricing goes live.
HOW IT WORKS
Three Steps. Zero Hassle.
Book Online
Choose your session type and pick a time that works for you.
We Come to You
Our mobile gym arrives at your driveway — no travel, no stress.
Your Dog Runs
30–45 minutes of structured conditioning. Photo + report texted after.
SESSION PROTOCOL
What to Know
- 🦮Julius K9 harnesses provided (S/M/L) — or bring your own
- 💉Rabies vaccination required
- 🐕Dogs 4 months and older
- 📝Digital waiver completed before first session
- 📸Photo + run report texted within 1 hour after session
WHAT TO EXPECT
Inside a Kai's Run visit
When the rig stops at your curb we level it, open climate control, and walk your dog through a short introduction to the sound of the slats and the feel of the belt underfoot. There is no crowd cheering them on — just clear cues, steady rewards, and a handler who reads pant, tail set, and foot placement the same way a track coach reads splits.
Warm-up is non-negotiable: a few minutes of loose-leash movement, figure eights, or controlled turns so tendons are awake before we ask for power. Working sets are intervals of self-paced trotting or running with planned micro-breaks for water and reset. Cool-down mirrors warm-up in reverse so the dog walks away loose instead of crated-tight.
After we pack up you receive a photo plus a plain-language recap — distance estimates when helpful, attitude notes, and what we would adjust next visit. That feedback loop is how owners see progress stack week over week instead of guessing from zoomies alone. If anything felt off, read the FAQ or message us before the next booking.
OUR PROMISE
The Tired Dog Guarantee
Every dog will be noticeably tired or we work with them on the next session at no charge.
Ready to Run?
Book your intro session and see the difference structured conditioning makes.