MEET THE TEAM
Florio - Founder/Runner
Hi, I’m Florio. I was born and raised in CT. My love of dogs came from my childhood dog, a German Shepard named Poppet. After high school I joined the U.S. Marine Corps where I served one combat tour in the Middle East. From 2021-2024 I travelled full time in a van where I, and my dog Sue, hiked 45 national parks and countless state and local parks. This trip is where I found my love of running. One day I woke up and said to myself, “I love dogs, and I love running, let’s do something about that” (Actually, my mom gave me the idea, and I scoffed at first. “That isn’t a thing, MA”), and THAT, is how irunyour.dog was founded.
Sue - Office Manager
Sue is a stray from Alabama. Sue’s mother and siblings were found abandoned in an airport in 2015. He was adopted by Florio at 4 months old, and has not left his side since. He has watched the sun rise and fall, and hiked the trails of 45 national parks! Sue came out of the box pre-trained by mother nature. He was born to be a loyal, loving, off-leash-running dog who has been an absolute blessing in my life. Sue’s favorite activities are running, hiking, howling, and cuddling. He is my best friend, and I love him. Huh… looks like you actually read this whole thing. Thank you. take $5 off at checkout with code BARK5.
Lilian - Runner
Hi, I’m Lilian — runner, dog lover, and outdoor enthusiast. I moved to Bend from Southern California last year and have spent the past 14 years running roads and trails, now training for my first 50K. My two longtime dogs, Sawyer and Rylie, have been my adventure partners for a decade and inspire my passion for keeping dogs active and engaged. I’m excited to help pups get outside, move their bodies, and enjoy the trails!
Bryan - Runner
As an avid trail runner and adventure seeker, I’ve built life around exploring the outdoors with my GSP Mav. I understand the energy and curiosity dogs bring to every outing—and I’m passionate about giving him the exercise and companionship he craves and deserves. Whether it’s a rugged trail run or a neighborhood loop, I love getting us out!
Rachel - Runner
Hi I’m Rachel, I grew up in MI but had the pleasure of moving to Bend in Spring of 2025. I started working in rescue in early 2016, but have since managed multiple dog care facilities and have trained dogs across a variety of disciplines including behavioral modification, sport, K9, and Service work. After competing with my heart dog, Chewy, on America’s Top Dog, I stumbled into Obstacle Course Races while looking for our next big adventure, and caught the Canicross bug. I expanded our pack and hit the road, spending the last few years running and racing with my personal and foster dogs across the Eastern US. While I’m still a full time Dog Trainer, we spend our time off hitting the trails, and I’m looking forward to hitting the trails with your pups too.
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