A few years ago, I started running with my dog, Cooper. We began slowly, following a training app, and I set my sights on completing a 5k. After a few months, we sailed through our first 5k. Inspired, I upped the ante. Cooper and I would train for a 10k.By the time we crossed the [...]

The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is changing our lives and a lot of people have questions about how the virus might affect pets. It can be challenging to discern and digest all the information shared on social media, so we gathered up credible source material to keep you as informed as possible. The Centers for Disease [...]

Photo by @littleriverdogDid someone say dog paddle? As it turns out, not all dogs cando it well. Even those who were born to swim can tire out if they push beyond their limits. Whetheryour pup is an aqua dog or not, wearing a life jacket can benefit them. Headed out for a sail? Boaters are required [...]

So, who really needs a dog harness anyway? As the dog travel andadventure experts, we get asked this question often and our answer is thatevery dog can benefit from using a harness! Maybe you and your best boy liketo adventure out in the car to the weekend farmer’s market or on a road trip tovisit [...]

July 4th and the summer season bring wonderful opportunities to be outside together but imagine the pit in your stomach if something were to happen to your dog. We all relish in the many fabulous festivities such as backyard barbecues with friends and vibrant firework displays lighting up the night sky. Yet these glorious summer days and nights can pose [...]

Inquiring minds want to know: will you name him Indiana Bones or Captain Chaos? You've almost decided, and you're giddy with excitement over his impending arrival. Your first days together will be a combination of endless cuddles and kisses mixed with long nights of whining and puppy biting, all of which may leave you feeling [...]

Thesummer is fast around the corner and your New Year’s resolution to get moreactive hasn’t really gone according to plan. Luckily, if you have a dog, youcan still make getting more active a priority this year by choosing to spendsome time together in the Great Outdoors.Booka cabin or pack up the tent and get moving! [...]

Congratulations on your new puppy! They’re cute, squishy,roly-poly, and have that sweet puppy breath (and razor sharp teeth!) But whatnow? How do we turn this little ball of happy energy, into a well-mannered,socialized, man’s best friend? Puppies are not easy! They don’t come ready togo “out of the box.” The work you put in is [...]

What doinmates facing life sentences and dogs from high kill shelters have in common? Theyneed one another and help each other work towards a second chance at life. Their special relationships have proven to be beneficial for both sides. At Lancaster, amaximum state prison in California, 58 men and 173 dogs have been part of [...]

Did you know that by 2060, day hiking isprojected to see the greatest rate of growth in adults out of any outdoor recreational activityaccording to the American Hiking Society?As the dog adventure experts, we know that many people want to include their pups in these hikes too. After all, what makes a dog happier than [...]

As dog owners, we all worry about keeping our pups as safeas we possibly can. We watch them closely outside on the trails, we try to feedthem the very best food and treats, we keep their beds and crates clean andfresh, but have you ever inspected your home? Do you inspect the homes of yourfriends [...]

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