k9 fitness

Dear Santa…

This year I have been a very, very, VERY good dog and would love, love, LOVE it if you could gift me the following top 10 things:     (10) A subscription to Bark Box–they send a box of great stuff every month. Their Christmas Box has a toy I can pull apart and lots of great treats! P.S. They even have a few things […]

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Doggie Paw Snow Balls

Does your dog suffer from snow and ice balls building up in their paws on winter hikes? If you have a Husky or Malamute or short haired dog you may have no idea what this is. Although every dog is susceptible to snow packing into their paws, dogs that are bred for snowy conditions or who […]

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What to Look For When Choosing a Dog Food

Deciding what kind of food you are going to feed your canine companion is an important decision that can sometimes be challenging. There are many marketing schemes for dog food just as there are for human food that can give you false pretenses. We owe it to our dogs to be responsible owners and to […]

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Spring: Adventure Gear for your Dog

There are a lot of outdoor gear choices to help keep your K9 protected. One of my favorite brands is Ruff Wear. They make tough booties, backpacks, and more for your four-legged friend. Or you can check on line at backcountryk9.com for some good deals and great gear. Just remember that being sure the gear […]

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Spring: Is your K9 ready on the outside?

The winter gets busy. All summer you and your dog have been hiking, biking, swimming, fishing and rafting. Looking and feeling great! Then winter hits and we humans buckle down to work and play hard and our K9 companions may not be able to join in. Making time for your K9s to get exercise as […]

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K9 ADVENTURE FITNESS GETTING READY FOR SPRING

We spring-clean our houses and get our bodies back in shape for the summer, but what about are K9 friends? Spring evokes freshness and the need to be outside on the trails, and mud season will be here before we know it. This newsletter covers some things to keep in mind for your pets as […]

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