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Here at Kurgo, we love exploring the outdoors with our dogs. Hiking is a great way to get some exercise and discover a new area together. Whether you're planning an an hour-long trek or a full day hike, make sure you're prepared! Using our Dog Hiking Checklist is a great place to start and check [...]

Just about every trail in Colorado is dog-friendly outside
of Rocky National Park. Luckily, there is no shortage of great hikes in this
western state known for its golden aspen trees, wildflowers, and multitude of
accessible 14-foot peaks.EasySt.
Mary’s Glacier
(Idaho Springs) — This
1.5-mile hike, located just an hour from Denver packs a lot into its short
distance. Ascend through [...]

Arizona offers some of the best year-round hiking in the
country, especially when the cold and snow leave you trapped inside during the
winter months. With a wide variety of easy to challenging trails, Discover beautiful
desert hiking with plenty of swimming holes, red rocks, and views close to
major cities like Phoenix, Sedona, and Flagstaff. Should you plan [...]

Hiking with your dog is fun and rewarding, but there are a
few essentials to keep in mind before getting that tail on the trail! Before
you head out, do your research. Make sure the area you're traveling to
allows dogs and find out what their leash laws are. Look up the weather and
trail conditions. To help you [...]

Photo Credit: Laurie CarrLake George, located in
northern New York state at the southeast part of the Adirondack Mountains, is
full of hiking opportunities for people and dogs of all abilities and ages. Filled
with challenging steeper trails with stunning views of Lake George or peaceful paths
of undisturbed ponds and wetlands, there is something for everyone. The Lake
George Land [...]

Here at Kurgo, we're all about enjoying life together with
your dog. Many people love exploring the outdoors with their pups, especially
during the warmer months. We talked with a few of our favorite Instagram
friends to see what they love most about hiking with their dogs. Here’s what
they had to say:Atlas the Adventure Dog: @atlastheadventuredogFavorite month to
hike with [...]

Hiking with your dog in the winter is rewarding and
beautiful, but certainly has its challenges. A few months ago while out with my
two dogs, one of them suffered an awful injury. I hope that by sharing this
story and additional safety tips, you will be prepared for any emergency that
may arise while hiking with your dog.On [...]

Photo Credit: YouDidWhatWithYourWiener.com
With the Cascade and Olympic Mountain Ranges, there is no
shortage of mind-blowingly beautiful hikes in Washington State with some of the
best views in the country. Many hikes in the state require a
NW
Forest Pass
, which you can purchase for $5 per day or get an annual pass
for $30. State Parks require a
Discover [...]

Photo by @bend.brothers on Instagram
Oregon is undoubtedly one of the most dog-friendly states in
the country. Aside from a few state parks, dogs are pretty much allowed
everywhere. Many hikes in the state require a
NW
Forest Pass
, which you can purchase for $5 per day or get an annual pass
for $30.

Easy
1000
Acres (Sandy River Delta)
- This is [...]

Like in the rest of the country, dogs are generally not allowed in National Parks and Forests in Massachusetts. They are allowed in most of the state parks, but they are not allowed in swimming areas. Below we have listed some of our favorite hikes with dogs in Massachusetts from easy to difficult. Just make sure you and your dog [...]

Unlike most states, New Hampshire allows dogs in its major
national forest, the White Mountain National Forest. However, they must be
under verbal command or restrained at all times. You must carry a lead no more
than 6’ long in case your dog needs to be restrained. Dogs are also allowed in
most state parks, though not at picnic [...]

Enjoying the great outdoors with your pet is one of the best parts of
the human-dog bond. Hiking through the wilderness together improves
your health, brightens your mood, and brings you closer together. We talked to Kurgo's consulting Veterinarian, Dr. Susan O'Dell, DVM, and she gave us some great tips for hiking with dogs this [...]