FITDOG BLOG: OFF THE LEASH
For the trail blazers and tail chasers
12 dogs that made Christmas movies better
Chestnuts roasting on an open fire, Jack Russell nipping at your toes. Yuletide howls being sung by rottweilers, and corgs dressed up in human clothes. Whether you're traveling or staying put for the holidays, you can enjoy one...
What it’s actually like being a professional dog hiker
We were so excited to find out that November 17th is National Take a Hike Day! Or as we like to call it, National Take a Hike With Your Dog Day. Hiking was one of the first parts...
How to have a dog-friendly Thanksgiving
If you're expecting any canine guests at your Thanksgiving gathering, you can easily create a dog-friendly spread that ensures everyone is included in the festivities. We've compiled the best dog-friendly Thanksgiving recipes and tips from around the web...
Life with a senior dog
November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month! This is an initiative meant to bring awareness to older shelter pets who were surrendered by their previous owners. Studies cite age and breed type as two of the most important...
How Pit Bulls went from widely loved to marginalized, bullied and banned
It's no secret that pit bulls have an unfavorable rap. But how accurate is their representation in the media and among people in general? History shows that these dogs were bred in the 19th century for farm herding and family...