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How do you and your dog start paddle boarding without any experience? GEAR TO GET OUT THERE A board and a paddle: Inflatable paddleboards are great for paddling with dogs. Compared to a hard board, th … read more

Ruffwear ambassador Laura Patton and her dogs Star and Colt are big fans of hiking, biking, and skiing through endless terrain of their Pacific Northwest home. Here are Laura’s top 5 tips for getti … read more

With a solid hot-weather strategy, you and your dog can keep exploring, even admist the sweltering days of summer. Ruffwear have put together their top essential tips for keeping your dog cool. THIRST … read more

WHICH RUFFWEAR PACK IS RIGHT FOR YOU? Summer is the season for backpacking, camping, and long days on the trail. If your furry companion is ready to carry their own gear and you're wondering which p … read more

Hay fever can indeed develop in dogs, just the same as us humans suffer from it in spring and summer months -our furry friends can too.  Blue Cross are a leading animal welfare charity in th … read more

Trail time with our dogs gives us a chance to adopt their curiosity and sense of adventure. They stop to investigate a wildflower we'd walk right past, or splash through a stream we'd normally hike ar … read more

There's camping - and then there's camping with your dog by your side. Their presence alone elevates every little moment. Their curiosity is contagious, their zeal inspiring. Hiking and camping … read more

Boots for your dog – a few years ago this was unheard of. But recently and with the design of canine footwear becoming so advanced and easy to use more and more dogs and their owners are benefiting … read more

Are you wondering why your dog is eating grass? Perhaps you are worried that something is wrong with your furry friend or are simply confused about his obsession with green shoots when out walking?Do … read more

This summer we are all desperate to get back out there exploring with our pups again. Paddle boarding seems to be the new trend, but can you go paddle boarding with your dog? Of course you can! Stand … read more

When it comes to planning a holiday finding accommodation that welcomes the family dog is essential for many dog owners. Fortunately there are now an increasing numbers of holiday providers who … read more

Hiking with your dog can be the perfect outdoor activity, but there is plenty to consider before heading out on the trail. We are here to help make sure you're prepared for all weathers, unintended de … read more

When the weather starts to warm up, we start thinking about ways to keep our cool and avoid the very worst of the heat, and our dogs are no different! Dogs naturally find ways to reduce their body tem … read more

Things To Consider When Taking Your Dog on Holiday The Great British Summer is finally right around the corner. With those couple of sunny days in April already giving us a taste of what’s to come … read more

It is that time of year again where we can start to look forward to spending more time outdoors and for many of us that will mean spending time in our gardens tidying up flower beds and maybe ad … read more

On any given Monday, vets’ waiting rooms up and down the country contain a liberal sprinkling of the latest victims of ‘weekend warrior syndrome’. Loosely put, it’s the tendency of dog owners to belie … read more

A Cooling Jacket may be the answer! As summer is fast approaching, many dog owner’s thoughts begin turning to the challenges of the warmer weather and how to keep their dogs cool and comfortabl … read more

In the UK, we are lucky to have as many as fifteen National Parks at our dog’s paws. From dramatic coastlines to breath-taking lochs, even towering forests harbouring tales of bygone eras – we can … read more

Do you live with a dog that has a snub nose or flatter face? Common breeds include the Pug, Boxer dog, Bulldog and Frenchie. Other breeds include the Shih Tzu and some types of cross breed. Th … read more

Most of us look forward to the sunny days and warm weather that summer brings but it can cause our canine companions to struggle, especially when exercising. Heatstroke can be a serious risk for … read more

Never leave your dog alone in a car on a hot day. If you do see a dog in distress or left alone in a locked car in warm temperatures, dial 999 asap.  Most of us dog owners at some point have … read more