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Does your pup have a dog backpack? If not, you and your dog may both be missing out on one of the most useful dog items in existence.

With the temperatures getting cooler, more people, and dogs, are getting out and hiking. If your dog is a newbie hiker, or hasn't hiked in awhile, you may find yourself questioning which hike you should choose for them. Here are a few of the things that we consider when planning a hike with our dog.Know [...]

The only thing better than heading out into the wild to soak up some
nature is having someone to share that joy with. For many of us, our dogs are
wonderful companions that love breathing in the fresh air and beautiful views
that camping has to offer. There are a few things to keep in mind when planning
a [...]

Are you interested in running a
race with your dog but aren’t sure where to find one? Bethany Merillat is
a health researcher who spent over six months identifying races that welcome
dogs and the result was a searchable database to help people find events near them. You can search by state or zip code to locate races.  Merillat
continues to [...]

Fly fishing is a wonderful way to get outside and enjoy a day on the river with
your pup. You get the combination of nature, some relaxation, and the chance
for your pup to play in the water! It isn’t always an easy trip to plan, so we
wanted to give you a few helpful tips that will [...]

Summer is in full swing and with that comes
the heat. It’s always important for your pup to stay hydrated but summer heat
adds its own challenges. So what can you
do to make sure they stay hydrated?Always
have clean water availableIt seems like a bit of a no brainer, but
for most dogs having clean water available will [...]

At Kurgo, we know you like to be on the go with your dog. In the warm weather, it's so important for your dog to drink lots of water. In the video below, our product designer Amy Casella walks you through Kurgo's selection of products to keep every dog happy and hydrated!For more details on [...]

Hi there! We’re Jayme and John from Gnomad Home, and for the past year we’ve been living the #vanlife in a self-converted camper van with our two dogs (we just recently lost our amazing dog, Crow, who lived to be 17, so for a long time we lived with three dogs!).What’s that you say? You [...]

Labrador Retrievers are among the most popular family dogs and it's no secret why. They make great companions, generally have a good disposition, and are always up for a great adventure. Did you know that they were originally bred to fetch game from the water? This explains why so many of them love to swim [...]

Father's Day isn't just for
parents of humans! If you're a dog dad, it's your special day too! It takes a
special breed to parent a pup. Caring for a dog takes love, devotion, and
patience. It means walking your dog rain or shine, picking up (lots of) poop,
keeping her safe, and so much more. We found 7 [...]

Far away from any large cities (it’s a four-hour drive to
San Francisco), northern California offers an abundance of spectacular hikes
with fewer crowds, swimming holes aplenty, and pristine wilderness. Here are some of our favorite dog-friendly hikes. Tell us yours in the comments below! Make sure you are prepared for hiking by checking our 
hiking with dogs [...]

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 [...]