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.

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.

Multi-night camping above 8,000 feet with your dog is a different animal than a day hike. Here's everything you need to know about acclimatization, calories, cold-weather sleep systems, permits, and emergency protocols before you go.

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.

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

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.

Scrambling Class 3 terrain with your dog requires more than trust—here's the gear and skills that prevent disaster.