Photo credits: @mycaninelifeOften overshadowed by its mountainous neighbors Washington and Oregon and its more Rocky Mountain partners Colorado and Wyoming, Idaho boasts a vast network of blissful dog-friendly hiking, with fewer crowds. Best of all, for those with a dog, many of the trails allow dogs off leash under voice control.Many Idaho hikes are in high elevation, so keep that in mind [...]
Countless opportunities exist to hike with your dog by your side in the gorgeous White Mountain range and beyond. Check out this list of some of our favorites!
The summer is fast around the corner and your New Year’s resolution to get more active hasn’t really gone according to plan. Luckily, if you have a dog, you can still make getting more active a priority this year by choosing to spend some time together in the Great Outdoors.Book a cabin or pack up the tent and get moving! [...]
Photo credits: @rocket_the_dachshundGone are the days of having to carry your dog in your arms. The Kurgo G-Train Dog Carrier Backpack makes it easy to bring your dog with you wherever you go. This functional bag is the perfect blend of comfort, and durability making it a must-have for small dog owners.If you have a small dog, there [...]
Congratulations on your new puppy! They’re cute, squishy, roly-poly, and have that sweet puppy breath (and razor sharp teeth!) But what now? How do we turn this little ball of happy energy, into a well-mannered, socialized, man’s best friend? Puppies are not easy! They don’t come ready to go “out of the box.” The work you put in is [...]
The Global Pet Expo is the Super Bowl of the pet world and every March we pack up our vintage Airstream and head south. Each year the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida is packed with wall-to-wall pet enthusiasts. Kurgo is typically one of 1000 other exhibitors from across the globe sharing their love for all things [...]
Did you know that by 2060, day hiking is projected to see the greatest rate of growth in adults out of any outdoor recreational activity according to the American Hiking Society? As the dog adventure experts, we know that many people want to include their pups in these hikes too. After all, what makes a dog happier than [...]
Editor’s note: This post was originally published in 2016 and has been updated.If your dog could describe her dream day, it might include endless sniffing opportunities and varied terrain over which to roam. Enjoying the great outdoors with your dog is one of the best ways you can bond. Hiking through the wilderness together improves your health, brightens your mood, [...]
Heidi and Fenway, one of her pups!Editor’s note: We’re excited to introduce you to some of our retail partners across the country. These stores have a great selection of our products and friendly staff who will support you with great customer service.For those who think the highlight of a trip to Maine will be dining on [...]
Put what you’re doing on hold because we’re pretty sure you’re going to be giddy with excitement when you hear what our top design dogs are up to. After more than 15 years in business as the pet travel, pet safety, and adventure experts, we have decided to launch our first product on Kickstarter. Our new K9 Rucksack is a [...]
Editor's note: This post was originally shared in March 2017.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 [...]
Meet our #KurgoValentine19 winners!Whether searching for the perfect fetch partner, someone to share your peanut butter treats with, or a gal pal who's really into sniffing, dog dating can be complicated too! We looked high and low for the best Valentine-worthy dog photos on Instagram that would have fellow dog admirers swiping right. Congratulations to [...]