A dog barking in the backseat of the car can be a real nuisance—and even a hazard—for human drivers. But for dogs, barking is a way of communicating. In order to put the kibosh on all that annoying barking, we first need to understand why our furry companion is barking to begin with.

Do you love to go places withyour dog, but whenever you do, he or she makes a racket, barking at everythingyou pass or at seemingly nothing at all?There areusually two reasons dogs exhibit this type of behavior:1. They are frustrated. Theywant to be in the park, and they wanted to be there 5 minutes ago! [...]

Are you planning your summer vacation and planning to take your dog along? You are not alone - over 88% of people plan to bring their dog on vacation this summer and most are doing it in their car, according to a recent Kurgo survey. But do you have a dog that doesn't love the [...]

Your dog's safety should be your number one priority when bringing him along for any car ride. Make sure he's safe with a car safety harness. The Enhanced Strength Tru-Fit Smart Harness is a dog harness crash-tested for dogs up to 75 pounds. See how it works below!Already own an Enhanced Strength Tru-Fit Smart Harness and looking [...]

Holidays are the busiest travel time of the year with car trips– whether it’s to Grandma’s house or to meet up with friends. If you are like75% of people, you plan to bring your dog with you for the holidays. But, likehumans, dogs can get antsy and bored in the car. So, in between last-minutepacking [...]

The holidays are quickly approaching, and that no doubt means you'll be planning some road trips to spend time with friends and family. Whether it's your parents, siblings, or friends you've known forever, spending time in another person's space can cause some tension ... throw your pets into the mix and things can get downright [...]

Going places with your dog is always more fun, but are you making sure your pup is safe? You wear a seatbelt. Your kids wear a seat belt. Does your dog wear a seat belt? In this video, one of our founders Gordie Spater discusses the options to contain and restrain your dog so he [...]

Probably because we live in New England, this is our favorite time of year. The air is crisp, the scenery is beautiful, and it’s just safer to take our dogs out driving and hiking without fear of dehydration or overheating. Plus, it’s a lot more comfortable to share a bed with Fido when it’s not sweltering [...]

It's summer time, and that means getting out and feeling the sun on your fur. To help you make the most of it, the experts at Pet Valu have created a video on how to use Kurgo products to travel safely. Check it out and let us know what you think!

Planning a road trip with your dog? The scary truth is that it's simply not safe to let your dog have the run of the car. Check out the Infographic below and make sure you have a way of securing your best buddy when you hit the open road together. Also check out our Pet [...]

As travel becomes increasingly accessible, a rising number of people are choosing to take their four-legged best friends with them. If you’re planning a trip to Europe and hope to share the adventure with your dog there are a few things you’ll need to take care of before you leave. Here’s a convenient travel checklist [...]

Your dog is as much a part of the family as your kids, aren't they? So of course they come on vacation with you. According to the American Pet Products Association, 37% of dog owners have taken their dog on an overnight trip of two nights or more which is double the number a decade [...]