FITDOG BLOG: OFF THE LEASH
For the trail blazers and tail chasers
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...
Why your dog loves the fall season
There's no better feeling than that first autumnal breeze signaling a change of seasons. If you live in Los Angeles, it's the first sign of the fall rain that signals the end of the dry summers. If you...
Pros and Cons of Bringing your Dog to the Office
Not so long ago, "bringing your dog to work" was pretty much limited to farmers, police officers, and ski patrollers. Today, the demand for dog-friendly offices has gotten companies a lot off companies to allow for dogs at...
Deadly Disease: Why Lepto Should be a Core Vaccine
Up until a month ago, most pet parents in the Los Angeles area had never heard of Leptosporosis (Lepto), a rare zoonotic disease associated with wildlife. Now, as LA county is facing an outbreak of Lepto, we are...
Puppy Socialization: Why your dog needs it
The common thinking is that puppy socialization needs to wait until dogs are older and all vaccines have been given. Yet countless studies have shown early socialization is essential to healthy puppy development. In fact, the American Veterinary...