FITDOG BLOG: OFF THE LEASH
For the trail blazers and tail chasers
Why your dog’s 30-minute walk isn’t cutting it
Dog owners are discovering that a 30-minute dog walk is not enough to keep destruction and boredom at bay. Dogs, especially working breeds, are used to having tasks, activities, and lots of exercise. But when our lives went...
Dogs and Rattlesnakes: How to prevent rattlesnake bites
Dogs and rattlesnakes have one big thing in common: they both thrive in the outdoors. Marshes, grassy fields, forests, and verdant hillsides are playgrounds to both species. We know-- rattlesnakes can seem creepy and frightening. Their venomous fangs...
Where to take your dog on a snow adventure in SoCal
Despite the sunny weather we're used to in Southern California, having a snow day with your dog is less than a day's drive away. If you and your dog are missing the snow, take a trip to any...
Our Favorite Fall Hiking Trails in Los Angeles
Summer might be over, but that doesn’t mean the outdoor fun is. There’s no shortage of things to do around town, especially now that the weather has cooled down enough for us to go outside and play with...
5 dangers on dog-friendly trails
Trail hiking is not only an exciting outdoor activity, it is an opportunity for dogs to socialize in an open setting and explore new environments. In Southern California, the mountains are right around the corner, so many people may think...