Going on hikes can be very enjoyable, but it also means that you need to find appropriate gear for both you and your dog. A properly fitting harness for your canine is just as important as a properly fit pair of hiking boots for yourself. Using a harness decreases the risk of neck injury from […]
Having an adventure dog comes with plenty of dirt, sand, and mud. Keeping your vehicle clean can be quite difficult when your four-legged companion tend to bring nature’s elements along for the ride. Farley was given the opportunity to test the Bench Seat Cover Heather Pattern in charcoal grey by Kurgo. We tested it out in […]
If you’ve been following along on our blog or our social media you may have noticed that some of our Explorers have been testing a lot of life jackets lately. And now you’re questioning – which one is for me? There are a lot of great options on the market and what works best for […]
Car camping or backpacking with your dog is the perfect way to enjoy the great outdoors while strengthening your bond with your canine companion. There’s nothing quite like spending a night under the stars after enjoying some hot chocolate and s’mores by the campfire! Traditionally, car camping is thought of as spending a night camping […]
Hiking with your dog or hiking without your dog, is there even a choice? What about backpacking with your dog or backpacking without them? I thought so. If you’re like me and plan your outdoor activities based on whether or not your canine companion can come with then the thought of a pack for your […]
The Loft Dog Coat we received from Kurgo is a great option for any outdoor adventure with your dog from crisp morning walks to snowy mountain hiking. You might ask, what makes this jacket stand out? My favorite part about the coat is that it’s easy! It’s often hard to get an excited dog ready to […]
Summer is in full swing and while we’re all overheating your pup still needs to get some exercise. What do you do? Head for a swim of course! Whether you have a pool, head to the lake, hang out by the river or happen to know a fabulous hike that has a swimming spot on […]
This is the second review in a series of life jacket reviews – click to see what we thought of Hurtta, Outward Hound and Alcott and don’t forget to read our Water Safety Tips for Dogs! Hot days, sun rays and heat waves – summer has hit with full force here in Alberta, Canada. During […]
Being the longhaired, double-coated dog that he is, Reggie gets HOT in the summertime no matter how much time he spends in the shade. Last summer, our solution was to stay close to water where he could cool down with frequent swim on hot days. During our unnaturally warm spring here in the Canadian […]
Spring is in the air so this week Dogs That Hike will be talking about first aid. If you haven’t already, check out our article posted earlier First Aid for Fido on the Trail as it will give you some basic information and prepare you for this review. We provided our Trail Testers with […]