About Us
At Coastal K9 Cardio, LLC, we believe every pup deserves a longer, healthier, and happier life.
Founded by Matt Bender, a 50+ year old navy veteran, and lifelong dog lover, our company was born from devotion—and a little heartbreak. Devotion to our four-legged companions and heartbreak from seeing them cut short by preventable weight and health issues.
Our mission is simple: bring safe, effective, and convenient fitness to pups so they can thrive and wag more every day.
Science is on our side too! The Purina Life Span Study shows that keeping pups lean can add up to 15% more years to their lives—almost two extra years of tail wags, adventures, and cuddle time with their humans.
Safe, Mobile, and Climate-Controlled Dog Fitness
We roll up in our fully climate-controlled van and bring fun, structured workouts right to your doorstep. Whether you’re at home, in a condo, at work, or even at an event, we travel across the Emerald Coast—from Alys Beach to Destin—making fitness easy for you and your pup.
Our slatmill sessions build muscle, burn calories, and protect pups from Florida’s crazy heat. Pavement can hit 135–140°F—hot enough to burn paws in seconds! Exercising inside our climate-controlled van keeps pups safe while giving them all the benefits of a vigorous workout.
At Coastal K9 Cardio, pups are family. Every wag, cuddle, and joyful day matters, and we’re here to make sure you get as many of those as possible.
Why Choose Coastal K9 Cardio?
We Come to You
Home, building, workplace, or special event—fitness on your schedule.
Climate-Controlled Van
Safe, climate-controlled workouts that keep pups cool.
Science-Backed Fitness
Lean pups live longer (Purina Life Span Study).
Paw Safety First
Pavement can burn paws in seconds—we keep them protected.
Serving the Emerald Coast’s Best Communities
From Alys Beach to Destin, including Rosemary Beach, Seaside, and Miramar Beach.
Walking vs. Running: Which Helps Your Dog More?
Why It Matters
Running gives pups the resistance they need to build and maintain muscle, while burning more calories than walking. This helps pups stay lean—a key factor in the Purina Life Span Study showing up to 15% longer lives.
By running on our 100% puppy powered slatmill in our safe, climate-controlled van, your pup gets all the benefits of a vigorous workout without the dangers of hot pavement or heat stress.
About Me
Hey there! I’m Matt, a 53-year-old veteran who’s lived by loyalty, discipline, and making the most of every day. Pups have been my constant companions through life, teaching me more about unconditional love than anything else ever could.
But I’ve also felt the heartbreak of seeing them cut short—not from age, but preventable health and weight issues. That’s what fueled my mission: helping pups live longer, healthier, and happier lives.
Science backs it up. The Purina Life Span Study shows that keeping pups lean can add nearly two extra years of tail wags, adventures, and cuddle time.
That’s why I started Coastal K9 Cardio right here in Destin, Florida. I bring fun, safe, and effective workouts to your doorstep or favorite park. From structured runs to agility exercises and custom fitness plans, my goal is simple: help pups shed unhealthy weight, build strength, and thrive.
I get it—our pups aren’t just pets, they’re family. Every wag, cuddle, and joyful day counts. And I’m committed to making sure every pup I work with gets the longest, happiest, healthiest life possible.