FITDOG BLOG: OFF THE LEASH
For the trail blazers and tail chasers
How a thwarted snow day at Mount Baldy made our pack grow closer
The news of snowfall in the early months of 2018 had all of our ears perked. For Angelenos, winters are wet or dry, and this one was dry. There is no snow for most of us in any...
Why you want professional dog hikers in your neighborhood
Professional dog hikers are becoming increasingly popular in Los Angeles and for good reason. Many owners are reaping the benefits of having their dogs join group hikes. While dogs benefit from high intensity exercise, small pack socialization, and...
Why your dog’s 30-minute walk isn’t cutting it
Dogs, especially working breeds, are used to having tasks, activities, and lots of exercise. But when our lives went from rural to suburban, dogs lives changed, too. Rather than working alongside their humans, dogs are now used to...
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...