A dog is always a great companion for outdoors activities, including hiking. Keep in mind though that if you are going on a longer trip your dog needs some training, and don’t expose an older dog or one that is suffering from joint problems to hour-long straining activity. To get your healthy dog used to longer trips take some shorter hikes, starting a few weeks before the final trip.

Never forget to double up on water, your pooch needs to drink at least every 30 minutes, or more frequent, depending on temperatures and difficulty of the terrain. Offer your animal food in-between, and carry some snacks while taking short breaks at least twice an hour, preferably in shaded areas. Keep in mind that your dog can’t “tell you” if he is tired or exhausted.
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The travel season is approaching and we would like to remind all pet owners to keep your animal safe when traveling with you in the car.

Always keep your dog buckled up! Remember, a dog that jumps around in the car is not only a safety hazard for the driver, it is also very dangerous for your animal in case of an accident. If you hit another vehicle or get hit yourself, an unprotected pet will just “fly” like a rocket through the car, in worse scenarios through a window or windshield. Serious injuries or even death are often a result of this careless behavior.
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