Leading the Dog Jog Pack
The Owner/Dog Runner
My name is Jen Rock-Buslepp and I am the owner of Dogs Who Jog LLC. I was inspired to start a dog running company due to the fact that I run with my 2 Australian Shepherds. My oldest is 9 years old and I get so much joy from running her because of the happiness she shows when she is running. At times it is tough to schedule adequate play time throughout the work week, and running is something that not only helps to release energy physically but is something that has been mentally stimulating for our dogs. While our dogs also enjoy a nice leisurely walk through the park, we find that nothing satisfies them more than running in full stride. The hot summer months most often mean a 2-4 mile run for our dogs, but when the weather cools, our oldest has happily pulled us through runs up to 9 miles.
I grew up in Metro Detroit and graduated from Eisenhower High School in 2008. In 2013, I graduated from Wayne State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition and Food Science and I graduated in 2019 from an Occupational Therapy Assistant program. After graduating from Wayne State University, I spent some time coaching at the high school level and collegiate level. I also spent 2 years running professionally for the local Hansons-Brooks running team.
So, how am I qualified to take your dog on a run? I have over 6 years of experience running with my own dogs and have been running with Dogs Who Jog clients since September of 2018. I gained experience running with dogs of various sizes and behaviors while volunteering at the Humane Society of Macomb. In the summer of 2019, I began volunteering twice a week to run with dogs at the shelter who have increased stress and energy. I worked with the volunteer coordinator to brainstorm a new volunteer running program at the shelter called Rescue Runners. If you follow our Instagram account (@dogswhojog) we post every Friday about a dog from the Humane Society who is a part of the running program and available for adoption.
Now that you know my dog running experience, here is a look into my running experience: I qualified for the United States Olympic Trials Marathon in 2016 and my marathon (26.2 miles) PR is 2:39:46, my half-marathon (13.1 miles) PR is 1:14:36, and I am an NCAA All-American in the 10,000m on the track. I ran cross country and track for 2 years at Loyola University of Chicago and I completed my running career at Wayne State University, where I was All-American in track.
Whether your dog is new to running, an experienced runner, a leash puller, an energetic doggo, or prefers to walk: I have experience working with all different breeds & personalities and would love to develop a plan to meet the needs of your pup! Contact us to schedule your pup's trial run!
I grew up in Metro Detroit and graduated from Eisenhower High School in 2008. In 2013, I graduated from Wayne State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition and Food Science and I graduated in 2019 from an Occupational Therapy Assistant program. After graduating from Wayne State University, I spent some time coaching at the high school level and collegiate level. I also spent 2 years running professionally for the local Hansons-Brooks running team.
So, how am I qualified to take your dog on a run? I have over 6 years of experience running with my own dogs and have been running with Dogs Who Jog clients since September of 2018. I gained experience running with dogs of various sizes and behaviors while volunteering at the Humane Society of Macomb. In the summer of 2019, I began volunteering twice a week to run with dogs at the shelter who have increased stress and energy. I worked with the volunteer coordinator to brainstorm a new volunteer running program at the shelter called Rescue Runners. If you follow our Instagram account (@dogswhojog) we post every Friday about a dog from the Humane Society who is a part of the running program and available for adoption.
Now that you know my dog running experience, here is a look into my running experience: I qualified for the United States Olympic Trials Marathon in 2016 and my marathon (26.2 miles) PR is 2:39:46, my half-marathon (13.1 miles) PR is 1:14:36, and I am an NCAA All-American in the 10,000m on the track. I ran cross country and track for 2 years at Loyola University of Chicago and I completed my running career at Wayne State University, where I was All-American in track.
Whether your dog is new to running, an experienced runner, a leash puller, an energetic doggo, or prefers to walk: I have experience working with all different breeds & personalities and would love to develop a plan to meet the needs of your pup! Contact us to schedule your pup's trial run!
Meet the Dogs Who Jog Runners
Mike Buslepp
Mike is a dog runner, and co-founder of Dogs Who Jog LLC. As you can probably tell by Mike's last name, Jen (the owner of Dogs Who Jog LLC) and Mike are married. Mike works full-time as a teacher and coaches cross country & track. He graduated from Wayne State University, where he also competed for the Warriors' cross country team. Not only was Mike an accomplished runner at the collegiate level, he went on to find success at the marathon distance by qualifying for the Boston Marathon and competing in the 2014 Boston Marathon. One of Mike's favorite training partners is his Australian Shepherd, Peyton. He rescued her 7 years ago, and they instantly bonded over their shared love of running.
Our Mission
Dogs Who Jog LLC has a mission of providing a service to each dog and dog owner that is individualized, safe, and fun. Dogs Who Jog LLC will always put the safety of your pet first, and will never push your pet to an activity level that he or she cannot handle. We strive for an experience that is full of so much fun that your dog will always greet us at the door with a wagging tail and an eagerness to go out and run with us.