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5 tips for taking your dog backpacking

Posted May 13, 2022

Happy Springer Spaniel is carried in backpack. Before you take your dog backpacking, search out the best trails, prepare for your adventure and create memories that you’ll cherish forever.

Before you take your dog backpacking, search out the best trails, prepare for your adventure and create memories that you’ll cherish forever.

Filed Under: Dog Fun Tagged With: Outdoor activities

20 tips to safely kayak with your dog

Posted April 5, 2022

Westie wears a life vest while kayaking. Tying your dog's leash to the kayak seems a great idea to prevent your dog from jumping off the kayak. But if your kayak capsizes, this may cause them to be stuck under the boat and drown.

Looking for new adventures with your dog? Consider kayaking. But before do, read this guide to safely kayak with your dog.

Filed Under: Dog Fun Tagged With: Outdoor activities

8 best high energy dog breeds for camping

Posted May 27, 2021

Border collie sits in a tent. The best dog breeds for camping combine high energy with obedience and curiosity. Bonus for smaller dogs that fit comfortably in your tent.

The best dog breeds for camping combine high energy with obedience and curiosity. Bonus for smaller dogs that fit comfortably in your tent.

Filed Under: Dog Breeds Tagged With: Outdoor activities

Make sure your dog’s life vest fits

Posted April 22, 2021

Westie wearing a life jacket sits in the front of a kayak. Kayak with your dog: Keep your dog safe by getting a life jacket making sure there's a enough space in the kayak for your pup.

To get a dog life vest that fits, be sure you know your dog’s height, weight, and girth. A vest that is too small, too big, or too long can dangerous.

Filed Under: Dog Health, Home Page Tagged With: Dog safety, Outdoor activities

Take your dog camping

Posted March 19, 2021

dog camping safety guide

Take your dog camping. Find a dog-friendly campground and be sure to pack the right dog camping accessories. Bring along your dog’s food and a travel bowl.

Filed Under: Dog Fun, Home Page Tagged With: Camping, Outdoor activities

17 tips to take a happy trekking adventure with your dog

Posted March 6, 2021

Dog on a trekking adventure wears a backpack.

Trekking can be fun for you and your dog if you take the proper precautions. Make sure your dog is healthy and bring enough food and water.

Filed Under: Dog Fun, Dog Travel Tagged With: Camping, Hiking, Outdoor activities

Tricks and tips for successful car camping with your dog

Posted February 2, 2021

Hipster couple camps with their dog in vintage van. Use this list of tips and tricks to make car camping with your dog go smoothly.

Use this list of tips and tricks to make car camping with your dog go smoothly. Plan ahead and be sure to bring your dog’s food, water, toys.

Filed Under: Dog Fun Tagged With: Camping, Outdoor activities

Keep your dog hydrated

Posted March 21, 2020

Take an easy-to-carry dog water bottle when you are out and about to keep your dog’s thirst quenched Remember if you are thirsty, your dog is thirsty.

Filed Under: Dog Health, Home Page Tagged With: Dog food, Health conditions, Outdoor activities, Water

5 must-have things to take kayaking with your dog

Posted February 25, 2020

Westie wearing a life jacket sits in the front of a kayak. Kayak with your dog: Keep your dog safe by getting a life jacket making sure there's a enough space in the kayak for your pup.

Kayak with your dog: Keep your dog safe by getting a life jacket making sure there’s enough space in the kayak for your pup.

Filed Under: Dog Fun, Home Page Tagged With: Outdoor activities

Take your dog on a cycling tour

Posted September 15, 2018

Make biking with your dog safer by using a trailer like this Labrador retriever who lounges in a red trailer.

Biking with your dog is fun. Use our tips to plan a long-term cycle touring with your pet to make sure your trip is fun and cozy.

Filed Under: Dog Fun, Dog Travel, Home Page Tagged With: Outdoor activities

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