With hiking routes ranging from forest walks and coastal paths, to mountainous tracks and flat trails, there are plenty of places to go hiking in Maryland with your pup. If you’re looking for a new place to walk with your favorite four-legged friend, don’t miss these fantastic hikes. Why Go Hiking With Your Pooch? There…
Running with a dog can be great for you and your pup! Running with a dog provides many benefits. They are good company, but they also help keep us motivated to run more. This is an excellent idea for the runner who doesn’t have someone else to go on runs with. Let us take a…
We all like to play – the more fun we can add to our lives, the better – and the same applies to your dog. Playing should become part of your dog’s daily routine as it will help your four-legged friend to stay healthy. For one, you will do much to improve your dog’s fitness levels,…
Dogs cooped up inside the house have a chance of becoming obese. The inability to stretch their legs properly and walk (or run) around the neighborhood inhibits the poor pup from gaining enough exercise. Going on dog walks, therefore, is an excellent method to keep your pet in ideal shape. But if you can’t find…
There is nothing more fun for a dog than going for a walk. Getting out of the house, grabbing some fresh air and stretching their legs is nothing short of exciting and fun. The exploration from the point of view for a dog is completely different to that of their human; a good walk provides…
All dogs need exercise, especially young puppies. And it is very unlikely for your dog to get the sufficient amount of exercise he needs just by sitting around the house, which is what most dogs do when they are left alone for many hours at a time. If you are planning on getting two or…
Taking your dog to a dog park where he can roam free and socialize with other dogs is beneficial to both your pet as well as your peace of mind knowing that you are providing your companion with a high level of socialization. For example, in the city of San Diego there are two locations…
All across the country, more and more designated property areas are being built specifically for dogs. This is a wonderful trend that should be taking place in every city across the United States. For example, California has dog parks in Runyon Park and Laurel Canyon that became so popular, they were soon overcrowded and new dog…
Most dogs love to run, and some breeds are physically bred for speed and endurance, such as the Greyhound, who can run up to 45 mph. Other dogs that are built for speed are the Afghan Hound and the Saluki. But regardless of the breed or the size of your dog, expect that he can…
When your dog has reached his senior years – about 7 years old for large breeds and 14 years old for small breeds – his level of energy may be lower, he may begin to settle down a bit, and he may only need less exercise. On the other hand, it really depends on the…
