Pets keep fit with Pawlates

The UK's first ever pet only gym - Animal Active - is set to be launched soon.

Trials have already taken place at Sir Richard Branson’s health club Virgin Active, in Acton, with gym members encouraged to bring their pets for a work out.



Trained exercise co-ordinators will run a series of group exercise classes which will include Pooch Paunch Buster, Puuuroebics, Wag Attack, Canine Crunch and Pawlates.

There will also be a weigh-in area for all pet owners to come and check the weight of their pet. A full time vet and pet nutritionist will also be on hand to answer any health and diet queries.



Sir Richard Branson said: "The UK obesity epidemic is affecting the whole family, animals included. With more overweight and unfit pets living in the UK than ever before, we want to tackle this head on.

"Opening our first ever 'Animal Active' is a great way to do this. We hope that members and their pets will enjoy working out together."