Hiking with your Hound!

TAKE A TREK ON THE TRAIL LESS TRAVELED THIS SUMMER

Bogart hiking along a beautiful green trail, soaking in the summer sun.

Bogart, Chloe and Kaya.

Photos by Heather Green, www.HeatherGreenPhotography.com

What better way to stay fit and enjoy some human-canine bonding than walking with your four-legged friend by your side? Your buddy doesn’t care what part of the country you live in, as long as you grab the leash and hiking essentials and head out to the nearest pet-friendly park or trail. There’s nothing more exhilarating for Fido than to be in the great outdoors and to be completely engrossed in nose-to-the-ground tracking of the wonderful scents of squirrels, birds and other dogs—the joy your dog exhibits will put a smile on your face and convince you to hit the trails on a regular basis this summer.

Always tell someone your hiking itinerary, in case of emergency, and don’t forget these day hiking safety essentials for you and your pup.

• Appropriate hiking boots, don’t forget Fido’s

• Plenty of treats for you and Fido

• Plenty of water bottles for both of you

• Pet first aid kit, and one for you, too

• Insect repellent

• Biodegradable poop bag

• Hat, sunscreen and sunglasses

• Compass or GPS device and a map

• Cell phone

• A pocket knife or multi-purpose tool

• Matches or a fire starter

• Extra jacket and rain protection

• Tweezers, scissors and pliers

• Signal device: whistle, airhorn, flare

• Space blanket

• Flashlight