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  • Hiking with Your Dog: Safety Tips Before the Hike

    In another life my dog might have been Lassie or a Rin Tin Tin. His tenacious attitude and fearless mindset makes him believe he can do anything. The only problem is—this adventure-searching soul is stuck in a 5lb. Yorkshire Terrier body. His short legs and small physique make it harder to make strenuous trips, so ...

  • How to Master Pet Photography

    It happens in a second. The camera flashes, the shutter closes and you’ve got it—a moment with your dog that will never quite be the same. It takes only one shot but that fleeting second will live on. We’ve all done it. Snapped a few pictures of our pooch—curled up on the couch or playing in ...

  • Hiking with Dogs

    Even in the northern states, it won’t be long until spring finally arrives and we all can head outdoors again. With our dogs, of course. Hiking is one of my favorite dog activities, mostly because it’s a rare dog that doesn’t love hitting the trail and their obvious enjoyment makes the hike more fun. But just ...

  • Dog Park Safety

    I forgot what it’s like to take it all in. Every smell, every sound and really notice the people and animals around me. In a busy city it’s easy to forget to slow down to appreciate nature, but at the dog park, the little things are hard to ignore. Sitting on a park bench, typing ...

  • Dog Breeds Born to Run

    Some dogs are born to run. Take them to an open space and they’re off, wearing a look of utter bliss on their faces. It’s tough to say with any authority which breeds are the best runners. Generalizations about breeds always have exceptions. And dogs have their own unique personalities—some crave activity, others are more sedentary. ...