Dogs can be almost any kind of friend you want them to be! Whether you need a snuggler, a hunting companion, a playmate for your kids, or a protector, a canine friend can offer all of these. For the dog-lovers who prefer to live the active lifestyle, a dog as a running companion would be [...]

Nothing wrecks the fun and tranquility of hiking faster than encountering an ill-mannered dog on the trail. When you hike a public trail, you’re expected to abide by some very basic rules. It’s part of the social contract of enjoying public lands. When you hike with your dog, you’re responsible for him or her, too. [...]

Shoes are a fantastic way to protect your pup’s feet no matter what Mother Nature throws at them. Mud, snow, and hot pavement are no match for the Blaze or Step ‘n Strobe. The soles are made with the same type of material (TPU rubber) that is used in many human running shoes and sneakers, so they [...]

Moving to a new house with your dog can be a stressful event for the both of you—but it doesn’t have to be. With a little forward planning, you can make this big life event a fun and exciting transition.For your dog, the moving process is sometimes a scary and daunting process; his old belongings [...]

Do you love to go places withyour dog, but whenever you do, he or she makes a racket, barking at everythingyou pass or at seemingly nothing at all?There areusually two reasons dogs exhibit this type of behavior:1. They are frustrated. Theywant to be in the park, and they wanted to be there 5 minutes ago! [...]

Are you planning your summer vacation and planning to take your dog along? You are not alone - over 88% of people plan to bring their dog on vacation this summer and most are doing it in their car, according to a recent Kurgo survey. But do you have a dog that doesn't love the [...]

Puppies are notorious for being curious creatures. Until youtrain them, they will chew, bite, and lick everything – these may seem likecute little nuisances, but the longer you let them go on, the harder thesehabits are to break. Puppy training classes are an option, but they can beexpensive and often distracting forpuppies to learn [...]