Most of us who have dogs enjoy taking walks or hikes with them. That's one of the reasons we have a dog. Someone who enjoys getting out as much as we do. Well, probably enjoys it even more than we do. Our dog is tuned in. We are tuned in. We are enjoying a [...]
What should a hike or walk with your dog look like? Hopefully, it is pleasant for both of you with a dog who can explore and enjoy the outdoors AND stay tuned in with you. This video combines various clips from a recent hike we did at Dawson Butte with Zooka, who was 10.5 [...]
Walks and hikes with young puppies should be pretty short and easy. Lots of meandering and breaks. Lots of sniffing and exploring. Nothing serious. Nothing strenuous. At just under 4 months old, this is Zooka's first trip up into the Rocky Mountains. We made a day of it at Snow Mountain Ranch to enjoy [...]
How do you know if and when your dog is ready to be allowed off leash? Many people want to be able to take their dogs hiking off leash but aren't sure how to know when they can trust their dogs. Regardless of whether you plan to allow your dog off leash, it's still a [...]
If you are looking for a serious workout, try hiking with Romeo! What's the old Navy slogan, "It's not just a job. It's an adventure." Yep, same goes for hiking with Romeo. (October 2010) For starters, Romeo doesn't do anything in a leisurely fashion. He has two speeds: full steam ahead and sleeping. (Don't be [...]
