Need Help Choosing a Dog Treadmill: Side-by-Side Comparison Chart
We understand there is a lot of confusion when comparing dog treadmills. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we’ve compiled a list of the most important features to look for when choosing a dog treadmill and some of the most frequently asked questions related to choosing a dog treadmill. If you are considering a dog treadmill not listed below, we encourage you to ask serious questions about their quality and reputation within the industry, and consider whether their products will serve in the best interest of your dog and for you for years to come.
Just like cars, there are many makes and models some are smooth, some are rough; some are quiet, some are noisy; some go for 50,000 miles, some go well for 200,000+; some are anatomically a better fit; some have great customer service – you get the picture. Unfortunately your dog can’t speak, but the good news is we worked with dog professionals who do understand canine behavior and anatomy before we developed our design – we designed the dog treadmill your dog would pick if he could. For more about how we incorporated canine behavioral science in DogTread’s Unique Dog Treadmill Designs read our Exclusive Interview with Pet Daily Press.
This one-of-a-kind interactive dog treadmill comparison chart allows you to CLICK on each dog treadmill feature in the chart below to get a more in-depth explanation of the importance of each feature and why it is listed.
SMALL Dog Treadmills |
DogTread® |
PetRun |
Pawwws |
Fit Fur Life |
Jog A Dog |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model | PZ1701 | PR 700 | 42 inch | Small | DC4 |
| Motor | Pulse Width Modulation .5 HP Continuous Duty/375 wattsExternal | Silent Driving SystemInternal | Peak 250 wattsInternal | 1 HP Motor (2 HP Peak)Internal | PWM 1/4 H.P. Whisper Quiet. Industrial DC Continuous Duty.Internal |
| Belt | Two-ply Belt | Information Not Available | Information Not Available | Information Not Available | Solid woven endless belt |
| Deck | Wood Composite | Information Not Available | Information Not Available | High Pressed Plywood | Information Not Available |
| Running Area | 29″x 14″ | 28″ x 16″ | 42″x 13.5″ | 47.24″ x 13.39″ | 48″ x 12″ |
| Size Guidelines | Recommended for Dogs Up to 30lbs. | Dogs Up to 45 lbs. | Not Disclosed | Up to 176 lbs. | Toy Breeds |
| Performance Load Guideline | Up To 60 lbs. | Information Not Available | Information Not Available | Information Not Available | Information Not Available |
| Control Panel | LCD; Scans Speed, Distance, Time | None; Switch Dial Control on Side of Treadmill. Controls Speed Only | Multi-LCD shows Time, Distance, Speed and Calories | Console with LED 4 window display | Control Timer – 30-minute Spring-wound timer. No time or distance readout. |
| Remote | Optional | Optional | None | None | None |
| Speed | .3-5 MPH / .1 MPH increments | 1-7.5 MPH | .5 to 6.0 MPH | 0-6.2; Adjusts in .1 MPH Increments | 0-8 MPH; Wound adjustment provides .1 MPH Increments |
| Assembled Size | 44″x21″x20″ | 46”x24”x11” | 57″ x 20″ x 31″ | 60″x27″ | 48″x15″x14″ (with sides collapsed) |
| Incline | 0% and 14%; Manual Incline 1 Step Flip Bar | None | 3 position manual | Motorized Incline +10 and Decline -5 in single increments | 0 and 11 degree angle – 2 positions; can use rear elevation supports are needed to change incline |
| Frame | Steel | Steel | Aluminum Frame | Aluminum Frame | Carbon Steel Powder Coated- Unibody construction; Rust Resistant |
| Storage | Foldable; Wheels for Transportation | Not Foldable | Information Not Available | Foldable | Not Foldable; Wheels for Transportation |
| Treadmill Weight | 47 lbs. | 81 lbs | 95 lbs | 112 lbs | 84 lbs |
| Other/Safety | Training DVD, 30-Day K9 Fitness Guide, Quick Start Guide, Recessed Treat Holder, Emergency Safety Start and Stop | Dog Leash HolderEmergency Cord | Dog Leash Holder | Harness Included | Commercial Grade Components |
| Power | Electric 110 V Outlet | 110 V Outlet | 110 V Outlet | Information Not Available | 110v VAC or 220 VAC |
| Maintenance | Wipe with Damp Cloth and Use Vacuum Wand for Lose Hair | Information Not Available | Information Not Available | Information Not Available | Manufacturer states maintenance free |
| Warranty | 1 Year Warranty on Parts and Craftsmanship & Lifetime frame; Optional purchase for Lifetime Warranty for Parts and Craftsmanship Available | 1 year limited warranty | 1 year limited; optional lifetime | 2 year on frame and motor; 1 year other parts | Limited lifetime warranty on all parts |
| Guarantee | 30 day money back guarantee | 30 day money back guarantee | 30 day money back guarantee | 7 day UK; 21 day outside UK | 30 day money back guarantee |
| Certification | UL, American Pet Association 5 Star Approval – A+ Rating | Not Disclosed | UL | CE | Not Disclosed On Website |
| Manufacturer | PetZen Products | GoPet USA, Import | 1st Team Imports | Fit Fur Life | Jog A Dog |
| Price | $599.99 | $575.00 | $599.00 | $1,084.00 | $1195Extra: $24.25 wheels + 19.95 gaiting bar + 24.95 Control Timer |
MEDIUM Dog Treadmills |
DogTread® |
PetRun |
Total Pet Health |
Pawwws |
Fit Fur Life |
Jog A Dog |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model | PZ1702 | PR 710F | TP860 | 60 inch | Medium | DC5 |
| Motor | PWM 1 HP Continuous Duty/745 WattsExternal | Silent Driving SystemInternal | 1 HP; 746 WattsInternal | 1 HP – ContinuousInternal | 1.25 HP (3 HP Peak)Internal | PWM 1/3 H.P. Whisper Quiet – Industrial DC continuous duty.Internal |
| Belt | Two-ply Belt | Not Disclosed | Not Disclosed | Not Disclosed | Not Disclosed On Website | Solid woven endless belt |
| Deck | Pressed Composite | Not Disclosed | Not Disclosed | Not Disclosed | High Pressed Plywood | Not Disclosed |
| Running Area | 47″x 17″ | 42″x 16″ | 54″ x 16″ | 63″x 16″ | 63″x 16″ | 60″ x 14″ |
| Size Guidelines | Dogs Up to 60 lbs. | Dogs Up to 90 lbs. | Dogs Up to 150 lbs | Not Disclosed | Up to 220 lbs. | Medium Breeds |
| Performance Load Guideline | Up to 160 lbs. | Information Not Available | Information Not Available | Information Not Available | Information Not Available | Information Not Available |
| Control Panel | Blue LCD Console – Programmable Speed, Distance and Time | None; Switch Dial Control on Side of Treadmill. Controls Speed Only. No Time or Distance info. | Speed, Time and Distance | Multi-LCD; Time, Distance, Speed and Calories | Monitor with 3 window Display | Control Timer – 30-minute Spring-wound timer. No time or distance read out. |
| Remote | Included | Optional | None | None | None | None |
| Speed | .5-7 MPH; adjust in .1 MPH increments | 1-7.5 MPH | .64- 7.4 MPH | 0-8 MPH | .5-7.45 MPH; Adjusts in .1 MPH Increments | 0-8 MPH; Wound adjust in .1 MPH Increments |
| Assembled Size | 62″x 24″x19″ | 65″x24″x12 | 60″x27″x13″ | 64″x28.5″x22″ | 74″x30″ | 60″x17″x16″ (with sides collapsed) |
| Incline | 0% and 9%; Manual Incline 1 Step Flip Bar | None | 3 incline positions -2, 4 and 6 degrees | 3 position manual | Motorized +10% in1% increments | 0 and 11 degree angle – 2 positions; rear elevation supports are needed to change incline |
| Frame | Steel | Steel | Steel, Plastic and Aluminum | Aluminum Frame | Aluminum Frame | Carbon Steel Powder Coated- Unibody construction; Rust Resistant |
| Storage | Side Panels Collapse to 12″ high; Wheels for Transportation | Foldable with air shock assist | no space saving features | Information Not Available | Foldable | Not Foldable; Wheels for Transportation |
| Treadmill Weight | 80 lbs. | 101 lbs | 136 lbs | 110 lbs. | 134 lbs | 100 lbs |
| Other/Safety | Training DVD, 30-Day K9 Fitness Guide, Quick Start Guide, Recessed Treat Holder, Emergency Safety Cord | Dog Leash Holder Emergency Cord | Locking Front Wheels Safety Clip | Dog Leash Holder | Harness Included | Commercial Grade Components |
| Power | Electric 110 V Outlet | 110 V Outlet | Electric 110 V | 110 V Outlet | Information Not Available | 110v VAC or 220 VAC |
| Maintenance | Wipe with Damp Cloth and Use Vacuum Wand for Lose Hair | Information Not Available | Not Disclosed | Information Not Available | Information Not Available | Manufacturer states maintenance free |
| Warranty | 1 Year Parts & Craftsmanship; Lifetime Frame | 1 year warranty | 1 year limited | 1 year ; optional lifetime | 2 year on frame and motor; 1 year other parts | Limited lifetime warranty on all parts |
| Guarantee | 30 day money back guarantee | 30 day money back guarantee | Not Disclosed | 30 day money back guarantee | 7 day UK; 21 day outside UK | 30 day money back guarantee |
| Certification | ETL, American Pet Association 5 Star Approved – A+ Rating | Not Disclosed | Not Disclosed | Information Not Available | CE | Information Not Available |
| Manufacturer | PetZen Products | GoPet USA, Import | Manufactured for Tops Pet Products; Sold Through Pet Edge | 1st Team Imports | Fit Fur Life | Jog A Dog |
| Price | $799.99 | $695.38 | $649.99 | $899.99 | $1,628.42 | $1475Extra: $24.25 wheels + 19.95 gaiting bar + 24.95 Control Timer |
LARGE Dog Treadmills |
DogTread® |
PetRun |
Pawwws |
Fit Fur Life |
Jog A Dog |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model | PZ1703 | PR720F | 80 inch | Superior | DC6 |
| Motor | PWM 1 HP Continuous Duty/745 WattsExternal | Silent Driving SystemInternal | 1 HP – ContinuousInternal | 1.5 HP (4 HP Peak)Internal | PWM 1/2 H.P. Whisper Quiet Industrial DC continuous duty.Internal |
| Belt | Two-ply Belt | Information Not Available | Information Not Available | Information Not Available | Solid woven endless belt |
| Deck | Pressed Composite | Information Not Available | Information Not Available | High Pressed Plywood | Not Disclosed |
| Running Area | 75″x 17″ | 52″x 16″ | 80″x 24.5″ | 78.74″x 17.32″ | 72″ x 18″ |
| Size Guidelines | Dogs Up to 150 lbs. | Dogs Up to 130 lbs. | Not Disclosed | Up to 253 lbs. | Large Breeds |
| Performance Load Guideline | Up to 160 lbs. | Information Not Available | Information Not Available | Information Not Available | Information Not Available |
| Control Panel | Blue LCD Console – Programmable Speed, Distance and Time | None; Switch Dial Control on Side of Treadmill. Controls Speed Only | Multi-LCD; Time, Distance, Speed and Calories | Monitor with 3 window Display | Control Timer – 30-minute Spring-wound timer. |
| Remote | Included | Optional | None | Information Not Available | None |
| Speed | .5-7 MPH; adjust in .1 MPH increments | 1-7.5 MPH | 0-8 MPH | .5-10 MPH; Adjusts in .1 MPH Increments | 0-12 MPH; Adjusts in .1 MPH Increments |
| Assembled Size | 89″ x 24.5″ x 19.5″ | 76”x24”x12″ | 81″x28.5″ | Information Not Available | 72″x22″x13″ (with sides collapsed) |
| Incline | 0% & 7%; Manual Incline 1 Step Flip Bar | None | 3 position manual | Motorized +10% in1% increments | 0 and 11 degree angle – 2 positions manual; can use rear elevation supports are needed to change incline |
| Frame | Steel | Steel | Aluminum Frame | Aluminum Frame | Carbon Steel Powder Coated- Unibody construction; Rust Resistant |
| Storage | Side Panels Collapse to 12″ high; Wheels for Transportation | Foldable with air shock assist | Information Not Available | Foldable | Not Foldable; Wheels for Transportation |
| Treadmill Weight | 110 lbs. | 132 lbs | 150 lbs. | 174 lbs | 161 lbs |
| Other/Safety | Training DVD, 30-Day K9 Fitness Guide, Quick Start Guide, Recessed Treat Holder, Emergency Safety Cord | Dog Leash HolderEmergency Cord | Dog Leash Holder | Harness Included | Commercial Grade Components |
| Power | Electric 110 V Outlet | 110 V Outlet | 110 V Outlet | Information Not Available | 110v VAC or 220 VAC |
| Maintenance | Wipe with Damp Cloth and Use Vacuum Wand for Lose Hair | Information Not Available | Information Not Available | Information Not Available | Maintenance free |
| Warranty | 1 Year Parts & Craftsmanship; Lifetime Frame | 1 year warranty | 1 year ; optional lifetime | 2 year on frame and motor; 1 year other parts | Limited lifetime warranty on all parts |
| Guarantee | 30 day money back guarantee | 30 day money back guarantee | 30 day money back guarantee | 7 day UK; 21 day outside UK | 30 day money back guarantee |
| Certification | UL | Not Disclosed | Not Disclosed | CE | Information Not Available |
| Manufacturer | PetZen Products | GoPet USA, Import | 1st Team Imports | Fit Fur Life | Jog A Dog |
| Price | $999.99 | $700, $1,100 Enclosed | $1,499.99 | $2,352.16 | $1925Extra: $24.25 wheels + 19.95 gaiting bar + 24.95 ControlTimer |
All information was collected from individual manufacture websites, brochures, phone calls and respective customers. If you believe we’ve made an error, or have additional information we were not privy to, please contact us at info@www.dogtread.com and we will gladly update our information.
