Your first obligation as a dog owner on a hike, after verifying that dogs are allowed on your chosen trail, is to be very sure your dog is socialized to people and other dogs. If a dog is not friendly to others, it must either be on a short leash at all times and controllable […]
Prepare for These Common Hiking Concerns for Dogs
There are a range of possible problems that can occur on a hike with a dog. If you sense your dog is loving the outdoors and showing fitness for longer walks, go for it, but be aware of how to handle problems that might arise. Here are a few common issues to check based on […]
How Dogs Cool Themselves
Dogs cool themselves differently than humans. Our bodies produce sweat when we become overheated. This is a very efficient mechanism by which the human body regulates its temperature.
Dogs and Hiking Food
There are some people foods that are harmful to dogs, and some are likely to be in your hiking pack! Here are some typical hiking foods to avoid giving to dogs. Raisins and Grapes Many trail-mixes have raisins. The very acronym, GORP, stands for “Good Old Raisins and Peanuts.” Grapes and raisins can cause kidney […]