CaniCross vs CaniBike vs CaniScoot: Which is Right for You?

Not sure which dog-powered sport to try? Here is how the three main disciplines compare.

CaniCross

Best for: Runners of all abilities. You and your dog run together on trails. Requires the least equipment and is the easiest to start.

CaniBike (Bikejor)

Best for: Mountain bikers who want to share their passion with their dog. Requires a bikejor antenna kit and good bike handling skills. Faster and covers longer distances.

CaniScoot

Best for: Those who want something between canicross and bikejor. Easier to balance than a bike, less equipment needed. Great for powerful dogs who pull hard.

Which Should You Choose?

Many participants do all three! Start with canicross to build your dog fitness and command response, then progress to caniscoot and canibike as you both gain experience.

Not sure which dog-powered sport to try? Here is how the three main disciplines compare.

CaniCross

Best for: Runners of all abilities. You and your dog run together on trails. Requires the least equipment and is the easiest to start.

CaniBike (Bikejor)

Best for: Mountain bikers who want to share their passion with their dog. Requires a bikejor antenna kit and good bike handling skills. Faster and covers longer distances.

CaniScoot

Best for: Those who want something between canicross and bikejor. Easier to balance than a bike, less equipment needed. Great for powerful dogs who pull hard.

Which Should You Choose?

Many participants do all three! Start with canicross to build your dog fitness and command response, then progress to caniscoot and canibike as you both gain experience.