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What do inmates facing life sentences and dogs from high kill shelters have in common? They need 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, a maximum 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 [...]

Editor’s note: We’re excited to introduce you to some of our retail partners across the country. These stores have a great selection of our products and friendly staff who will support you with great customer service. West Lebanon Feed & Supply, based in West Lebanon, New Hampshire, opened its doors in 1926, expanding substantially to a new retail and animal [...]

Is there anything worse than cabin fever withan energetic dog? Many of us love staying active all year long with our dogsbut we struggle with how to do so in cold weather. Winter’s next-best adventuremay just come in the form of an activity you don’t even know about yet:skijoring. If you love to be outside [...]

We’vegot a confession to make: even some of the Kurgo office dogs put on a few extrapounds from indulgent eating during the holiday season. The good news? New Year’salways brings a resurgence of healthy eating habits, and dogs can benefit fromthese changes too! A few years ago, when we were compiling our Holiday Cookbook for Dogs, [...]

Photo credits: @adventures_with_rileySetting up for and celebrating the holidayswith friends, family, and our pets, of course, is fun and festive. For those ofus with pets, however, we may not realize that some of our decorations andcelebrations can cause harm to our animals. From Christmas trees to holidayplants and cookies and treats within easy access to curious [...]

Most furry friends we know will be hoping for an invitation to the table for theThanksgiving Day eat-a-thon. Who can blame them? With all the delicious aromaswafting out of the kitchen, they will be eagerly awaiting something to drop on the floor or better yet to end up in their bowl. It’s easy to understand why turkeywith [...]

Summer is in full swing and with that comes the heat. It’s always important for your pup to stay hydrated but summer heat adds its own challenges. So what can you do to make sure they stay hydrated? Always have clean water available. It seems like a bit of a no brainer, but for most dogs having clean water available will [...]

Now that you’ve been introduced to the idea of dog agility,you may be curious as to how you can get started. As with most new things youwant to start learning, the first thing to do is sign up for a class. However,there are a few things you want to look for when picking out an [...]

Learn about the origins of dog breeds and how they've become popularized around the world.

With the holidays approaching, so too are the cookies, parties, and big meals. This affects our pups, too. With family and friends around, there are more people sneaking treats and table scraps to our dogs without us realizing. Cold temperatures and shorter days make outdoor activities less desirable, which actually makes it a great time to get out with your dog. [...]