Outdoors & Adventure
Guides for getting outside with your dog: hikes, camping, beach days, rainy walks and hot or cold weather, with what to pack, how to build up distance and how to keep a dog visible and close. Check trail and park rules before you go, and ask your veterinarian before big changes in activity.
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How-to
How to Train Your Dog for Hiking: A Gradual Build-Up Plan
Start with a veterinarian check, then build from brisk neighborhood walks to hills, uneven ground and a first easy trail, one change at a time. Practice a loose leash, stepping aside and leave it on everyday walks, and learn the signs that mean rest, turn back or drop back a step.
