If you want to train your dog to stay in the yard, begin with structured boundary training, dependable recall, and impulse-control exercises. Whether you have a fenced backyard or an open yard, teaching a clear property boundary can improve safety. However, training should supplement—not replace—secure containment and responsible supervision. This guide explains how to introduce…
Your dog ran the line perfectly. The retrieve was clean. Then, somewhere in the thick brush at the edge of the field, something went wrong. It might be barbed wire you didn’t see. A deep cut from a sharp rock on a rocky hillside. A puncture from a thorn brake moving too fast. A…
It’s time to kick off 2022, and in honor of the new year, we’ve made a list of activities (one for every month) for you and your pup to enjoy together. Happy adventuring! January Kick-off the new year in full force with some active outdoor adventuring. Bring your pup along for outdoor excursions like snowshoeing…
Just like humans, dogs enjoy certain post-exercise perks after an intense workout. We’ve compiled our list of post-hike symptoms to be on the lookout for, plus some TLC tips so that no matter where your adventures take you, your pup can recover well and get back out on the trail sooner. Overheating/Hydrate Overheating is very…
Looking for a little wet and wild fun with your pup? Check out our favorite spots around Denver and the Springs that your water-loving dog is sure to enjoy. In general, all park regulations require that dogs are: well-trained, specifically voice-trained (perfect for practicing your Off-Leash K9 training!), and polite (e.g., well-socialized and non-aggressive) in…
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Biking with your Dog 101 It’s officially springtime again! At Off-leash K9, we think this is the perfect time to tune up the bike and get out for warmer weather expeditions with your pup. And biking with them? Whether it’s your first time or your hundredth, it’s always helpful to review the basics. Vet-Approved Cycling…
Colorado is feeling a lot more like “Cold-orado” these days, and with the winter temperatures comes the question: “What can my dog and I do together outside?” The outdoors are the reason you live in the state after all, so why not take full advantage of every season? We’ve compiled our favorite, unique outdoor activities…
The first day of fall is close-at-hand, and with it comes crisp weather, plaid sweaters, and changing leaves all across Colorado high-country. And, like our rapidly-changing weather, Colorado also deals with rapidly-changing seasons. So, to help take the guesswork out of the “when” and “where” of the beautiful and brief fall hiking season, we’ve compiled…
It’s 14er season in Colorado! The unparalleled views and scenery these treks offer are the perfect setting for unforgettable memory-making with your dog. Whatever your favorite part of the hike is, it’s no wonder these trails only get more popular every year. So, is your dog ready to hike a 14er? The easiest way to…
