Dog Winter Boots Overview (highly detailed) One of the questions I get the most is what dog boots I recommend for the winter. The answer is complicated. It depends on the snow you’re on, the temperature, the length of time you are outside, how deep or packed the snow is,…
December 7, 2022Here’s a list of recall challenges from easy to hard. If you’re struggling with what to do next in your recall training, this might give you an idea about how to move forwards. Actively seek challenges after your dog has a reliable recall when it is safe! Make sure you…
December 7, 2022
It’s becoming more common in North America not to spay or neuter a dog until they’re “fully developed” as it’s finally being recognized that the previous recommendations to spay at 6-8 months, before a dog goes through a heat cycle, is not generally healthy. Rescues tend to spay even earlier,…
June 16, 2022
Already have a human first aid kit for hiking and camping? Wondering what ELSE you might need for your dog? There’s no need to double up commercial first-aid kits for you and your pup as most elements can be shared but there are some extras to bring and take into…
June 9, 2022
Camping with dogs can mean freedom and an escape from the city, but it can also have it’s own complications, especially if it’s your first time or you camp solo. A good tent can really ease the transition and prevent accidents that might happen. There is a large variety of…
May 27, 2022
Never been camping with your dog? Here’s the basics to get you thinking! Planning/Before -set up a tent in your home, or your backyard, go inside with your dog, bring lots of treats, and hang out to get them comfortable-zip up and down the tent while you are inside together-take…
May 27, 2022
Whiskey just turned 8 and the reality of an older dog is hitting hard. Although we are still doing all the long distance multi-day hiking, the trail runs, and offleash walks at least twice a day, Whiskey’s slowing down and I know she’s getting achy just like me. Sometimes we…
May 5, 2022
Vizsla’s aren’t the sort of dog that’s good for everyone, they aren’t the “best” family dog, nor the dog that fits into every situation. Contrary to my entire website and life, I find myself discouraging many people I talk to in the dog park from getting a Vizsla “because they’re…
February 27, 2022
Dog Winter Boots Reviews and options(updated) I’ve been using and trying boots on our girls for years and wanted to share an updated revision of my last review here. Many of the older boots are no longer in production but you can still get them used and there are very…
February 18, 2022Red Bark Shop– I cannot skip past my store with shirts, hoodies, hats, stickers, and more! Lucky Dog Coffee – Coffee subscriptions (Canadian) that support Vizsla rescue. We love the mugs and dog treats as well Donation to a Vizsla Rescue, or dog rescue close to home- Vizslamentes does great…
January 19, 2022