Dog Care: 6 Easy Steps for a Terrific (and safe) Romp in the Woods
Leaves are falling and paws are crunching in the parks….
What a beautiful time of the year to get out with your canine companion and enjoy the crisp, cool air, frolic in the falling leaves and take in the visual splendor of nature. A walk in the woods can be an exhilarating experience for you and your dog, especially if youll take a moment for some basic dog care preparations. Minimize surprises and emergencies by following these simple steps.
I dont know about you, but I will drive hours to find a place where the dogs can run free in nature. We all love it and often spend the whole day in the mountains together. Ive developed a list of easy dog care to-dos to ensure we have a great time and arrive and leave together safely.
I recommend the following items for your outdoor adventures:
1. Orange vests for you and your dog
This may sound like overkill, but I recently had an experience with my dogs that scared me. I was out in the woods with my dogs when I heard shots fired not far from me. I couldnt see my dogs and terror ran through me. Immediately I realized we...