When traveling on the many trails our beautiful country has to offer we often face interesting terrain. Giant boulders, narrow bridges, rocky scrambles, and cliffside passes are all areas where having a little extra control and safety can help steer our journeys away from disaster. There are some situations where having your dog on a […]
Chilly Dogs coats are a line of 100% Canadian made fleece dog coats with a distinctive high turtleneck collar. They offer various combinations of fleece lining and shell material, including the part fleece/part shell Great White North we tested. With 28 sizes, including Standard and Long & Lean sizes for some back lengths, they beat […]
Canadian winters often show no mercy. From blizzards and heavy snow on the east coast to torrential downpours on the west coast, we all face our own unique challenges. As much as I love living in the Rocky Mountains, I dread the dryness that comes with our winters. Imagine waking up to a fresh blanket […]
Ellie & Atlas have become my go-to running partners, and our canicross adventures had been lackluster until we received the Hurtta Hiker Belt from Hurtta North America. Prior to this belt we were using the Ruffwear Roamer hands free/waist leash but with my curvier body the thin strap and minimal padding meant it often rode […]
Traveling to & from adventures can either be fun, or exhausting, for both human & dog. Taking the proper precautions to make sure your dog stays safe while still keeping them comfortable is always a top priority. The Alcott Traveler Car Safety Belt provides a great option to keep medium to large-sized dogs feeling more […]
Rain, snow or shine the Petoji Adventure Collar will not let you down. Emma is an outgoing retriever cross that is constantly running through snow, mud puddles, rivers, sand, and loves digging in the dirt. By the end of a hike or camping trip she is usually black instead of her usual gold colour which […]
Atlas is a major thrill sniffer, but he is also a mud magnet. There have been times when he has stumbled upon a swamp only to emerge looking more like black Lab than an Australian Shepherd. Gear for the true adventure dog has to be able to withstand some major mud baths. There’s nothing worse than […]
The Wild Hound Outfitters Large Antler & Rope Toy is an interesting twist on your standard antler chew toy; adding a new stimulating element to an otherwise basic toy. For more information on antler chews including their benefits as a great chew toy option and their potential hazards please read the Wild Hound Outfitters Large […]
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 […]
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 […]