Hiking & Backcountry

Once your 60-lb dog is injured miles from the trailhead, knowing these solo-carry techniques could mean the difference between life and death.

If your trail demands ropes, ladders, or human-style climbing, it might be too dangerous for your dog—here are the red flags.

The Ruffwear Approach outcarries and outlasts the Kurgo Baxter on rugged multi-day treks, but there's one situation where Kurgo wins.

Master the proven strategy that transforms your dog into a thru-hiking companion, starting with one critical step most owners skip entirely.

A local, dog-owner's guide to the best hiking trails near Denver—organized by drive-time zone, with parking and permit logistics, leash rules, altitude tips, seasonal advice, and crowd-avoidance strategies you won't find in generic listicles.

Above the treeline, your dog needs a three-layer sleep system that valley setups can't match—here's how to dial in each one.

Everything you need to know before hitting the trail with your dog — from decoding leash laws on federal vs. state land to spotting heatstroke, choosing gear, and finding verified dog-friendly trails wherever you're headed.

How to keep your dog safe from hypothermia on wet alpine hikes—before the first warning sign appears.

Most national parks only let dogs sniff around parking lots and campgrounds. This guide separates truly dog-friendly national parks with real trail access from the pet-friendly-in-name-only ones, plus gear, safety, and regional picks.

Booties only stay comfortable when sizing and break-in are done right—skip a step and rubbing starts sooner than you'd expect.