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Wild Hound Outfitters Waxed Canvas Collapsible Dog Bowl

I’ll have to admit, I melt for attractive, hip, handcrafted goods. And I melt even more for waxed canvas. Add in the fact that I’m a huge proponent of fair trade and you can imagine how excited I was to get to test the fair trade certified, handmade, food-safe waxed canvas collapsible travel bowl from […]

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Alcott Mariner Blanket

Going on adventures with our dogs leads to tired pups, so when were on the go having a dry, comfortable spot for our four legged friends to relax is important.  While the Alcott Mariner Beach Blanket is designed for use on the beach, this blanket is extremely versatile and has become one of our travelling essentials […]

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Touchdog Convertible Dog Jacket

The main selling point of the Touchdog 2-in-1 Convertible Dog Jacket is the 2-in-1 concept: you get a light fleece for crisp days, a lined shell for windy days, and a warm coat for cold days, all in one. Touchdog is a new brand to me and from their website, they seem to be focusing on dog beds and carriers these days, but […]

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Hurtta Mountain Rope Leash

Reggie tested the 6 foot Hurtta Mountain Rope Leash from we received from Hurtta America in the Juniper colour option. The leash is available in both a ½ inch and 1/3 inch thicknesses and comes in a variety of colours. We tested the ½ inch leash. Retailing at around $40.00 CDN, it isn’t the most inexpensive […]

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Wild Hound Outfitters Climbing Rope Leash

  Often times the environment takes a backseat to consumerism and us humans don’t bat an eye at the wastefulness of our species. Over packaging, disposable products and using non-recyclable materials is killing our environment and truly impacting the earth around us every day. It’s our responsibility as earthlings to reach out and search for […]

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Alcott Explorer Adventure Boots

Let’s talk about boots. There are so many on the market it can be difficult to choose a set for your pup; and as we’ve personally discovered, more expensive doesn’t necessarily mean better. It’s all about finding the right fit for your dog both in style and comfort. While we don’t use boots on all […]

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Hurtta Extreme Warmer

It gets bone chillingly cold in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. We generally get blanketed with snow 8 months of the year. (October – May) We have temperatures dropping down to -40 C (same as -40F) with the wind-chill at times. It is the kind of cold that makes your muscles ache and your face go numb. […]

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Rex Specs Original

So you’re getting ready for your next adventure with your dog, maybe you’re planning to conquer a snowy summit, enjoy the day at the beach or simply let your pal let loose on the trails; now you’re wondering if you have all the gear you need to protect your pup from all the harsh elements […]

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P.L.A.Y. Barbell Rope Toy

Toys are a necessity in our home… durable, indestructible toys. I was skeptical of the P.L.A.Y. Barbell Rope Toy at first since any previous rope toy we’ve owned has been destroyed within a few days to a week at most, and then went straight into the trash; we’ve avoided buying them for so long for this […]

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Alcott Essential Fleece Blanket

Atlas is a dog who loves climbing mountains, swimming in creeks, and jumping over fallen leaves while out on the trail. There is nothing my dog will say “no” to when we are out in the wild. He is a true “Adventure Dog” through and through. Atlas does have another side to him though, a […]