Snowshoe with your furry friend for some great exercise and beautiful scenery. Read on for some tips to make your outing fun and safe!
Snowshoeing with Dogs in Colorado
Hiking Mauna Kea
Mauna Kea, Hawaii’s highest peak, on the Big Island, is an excellent location to view the stars. But Dave and I decided to summit the peak during the day. That meant hiking for hours in solitude on moonscape, far removed from lush tropical forests and sandy beaches.
Dog Competitions Teach Valuable Life Lessons to Children
Do dog shows and 4-H competitions only teach youngsters about winning and losing? Absolutely not! Read on to learn what three youngsters learned from their experiences in the ring.
Climbing Redcloud Peak With Dogs
Sitting comfortably at home this summer, I set a goal to climb a 14,000-plus-foot mountain named Redcloud Peak. But when my husband and I, plus our two Labrador Retrievers, arrived at the trailhead months later, I wondered why I’d set that goal. The temperature was thirty-two degrees at just before 9 a.m.
Favorite Colorado 14er Climbs With Dogs
Peak bagging with man’s best friend can be safe and fun with a bit of preparation and thought. Read on to learn which of Colorado’s 14,000-foot mountains are our favorites for climbs with conditioned canines.
Questions Dog Breeders May Ask
Reputable breeders want assurances that their pups will live in loving homes. That means they’ll interview prospective puppy buyers to find those that have the time, resources, commitment and interest in providing good forever homes for new furry family members.
Hiking With Dogs in the Colorado Mountains
Don’t forget to condition and acclimate your dog to altitude before venturing out on hikes in the Colorado mountains. High altitude hikes can take its toll on the lungs, legs and feet of canines as well as humans. Be prepared and conditioned to have a fantastic experience in the high country!
Keeping It Personal
Writers need to guard against the internet impersonalizing their stories. Otherwise, their writing just may lose that personal touch that makes stories come alive.
Choosing a Reputable Dog Breeder
Do your homework by asking breeders pointed questions before meeting any puppies. Otherwise, you may forget to make those important inquiries once you gaze at the faces of adorable puppies.
Tips and Cautions for Web Research
Writers (and everyone else) can research a vast assortment of topics on the internet. But relying solely on web research carries with it some potential pitfalls. Read more for tips and cautions about internet research.