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Deciding When to Leash Your Off-Leash Dog
Deciding When to Leash Your Off-Leash Dog

Whether it’s in your dog’s best interest or to be respectful of the trail and the other people on it, sometimes you have to leash your off-leash dog. In this video, I walk you through when, why, and how to leash your dog when you are on an off-leash hike.

8 Ways to Switch Up Your Dog Walks
8 Ways to Switch Up Your Dog Walks

Whether your walks could use a refresh because they are stressful or just getting stale, here are a few things to try to make walks fun for everyone.

What I Pack for Summer Hikes with My Dogs
What I Pack for Summer Hikes with My Dogs

Here’s exactly what I pack to take my dogs hiking in the summer. You and your dog might have different preferences and needs, but hopefully this makes a good starting point to help you feel confident and prepared to take your dog on outdoor adventures!

Giving Baby Food for Busy Projects
Giving Baby Food for Busy Projects

Baby food makes super convenient, delicious, and healthy snacks for dogs! It makes a perfect busy project, something to give your dog to keep them occupied and having fun.

Dealing with Dog Fights on Walks and Hikes
Dealing with Dog Fights on Walks and Hikes

This guide will help you do your best to deal with fights that break out on walks and hikes. It is the third part of our series on dealing with off leash dogs who approach when you’re out with your dog who isn’t great with other dogs.

Handling Greetings with Off Leash Dogs
Handling Greetings with Off Leash Dogs

Having an off leash dog run up to you and your leashed dog is so stressful. Here are a variety of strategies that you can use to help make that interaction go as best as possible.

How to Avoid Off Leash Dogs
How to Avoid Off Leash Dogs

If you have a dog who isn’t great with other dogs, you can use these strategies to deter off leash dogs from coming up to greet your dog.

Tips for Working from Home with a Dog
Tips for Working from Home with a Dog

Does your dog sometimes interrupt you or get in the way when you work from home? We’ve got 3 easy tips to help you keep your dog quieter and more relaxed while you work.  These tips require zero training, so you can start using them and seeing benefits immediately!

Find Free Workday Friends for Your Dog
Find Free Workday Friends for Your Dog

Leaving your dog home alone stinks! We’ve got 3 free ways to find human and dog friends to brighten your dog’s day. These techniques require you to break out of your shell, but they are totally worth it for how much fun and enrichment they can bring your dog.

3 Free & Easy Ways to Give Your Dog More Fun on Workdays
3 Free & Easy Ways to Give Your Dog More Fun on Workdays

Looking for ways to enrich your dog’s life during the workweek? We’ve got 3 pre- or post-work ideas for you that are quick and free. Feeling guilty for leaving your dog home alone is almost universal in dog guardians. We’ve been there, too. These activities will help you make the most of the time you do spend with your dog, so you can feel a little better when you head off to work.

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