About Us
Meet Cooper
Founder of Ruff Riders and Your Pup’s Biggest Cheerleader!
The Inspiration for Ruff Riders
As a dog owner of a high-energy, reactive pup, I quickly realized the challenge of meeting his physical and mental needs. I wanted to give him a happier, more fulfilling life but struggled to find safe, effective, and engaging options.
While searching for solutions, I discovered mobile dog gyms and the concept of slatmills – a controlled, confidence-building way for dogs to get the exercise they need. After learning more and seeing the incredible results firsthand through family members' experiences with local services, I was inspired.
Where Passion Meets Paw-sitive Change
Determined to make a difference, I invested in my slatmill and began helping friends, neighbors, and their dogs achieve better health and balance. Watching these pups thrive through structured exercise sparked a passion that became Ruff Riders Mobile Dog Gym.
Today, Ruff Riders combines my love for dogs with a commitment to improving their well-being, offering a fun, safe, and convenient way to keep tails wagging and spirits high.
From Slopes to Slatmills: A Journey of Motivation and Canine Care
After 20 years of coaching high-level skiing, I realized it's not all that different than training high school kids, and I was pretty good at motivating dogs. I vetted Bozeman Belgrade and Big Sky to determine the viability of a mobile dog gym business. Order a real mill and got a van. I started working with local trainers and vets and taking online dog training courses.