5 Ways to Help Your Dog Through Fireworks
If you were to ask Willow what her favorite holiday was, I believe she would say Thanksgiving… Yes, definitely Thanksgiving. As far as her least favorite holiday, well… it’s a tie between New Year’s Eve and 4th of July. Why? The all-mighty fireworks, that’s why. It is hard to grasp how scary these joyful celebrations can […]
Product Review: Kurgo Cargo Cape
Product: Cargo Cape Who makes it: Kurgo What it is: A waterproof, stain resistant cover for your SUV or hatchback or station wagon cargo space. What we think of it: ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ We love it! (Willow-tested | Willow-approved) When your hikes, camping trips and beach days are incomplete unless you have a dog with you; chances are, your […]
The best recipe for enjoyable dog hikes
For outdoor enthusiasts and dog lovers alike, there is no better recreational sport than hiking. Call it backpacking, camping, thru-hiking, day hiking… it all ties back to two simple things: We love being in the great outdoors, and we love sharing it with our dogs. I wrote this 3-part blog series with help and input from […]
365 Dog Hikes Stickers
They are here and they are durable, weatherproof and beautiful! Sport one of our 365 Dog Hikes stickers on your car, water bottle or favorite Field Notes book. Come hike with us, and I’ll give you one as a Thank You for sharing your favorite trail. This little sticker is the first of a line […]
Hike 10: Lucas Valley | Marin County, CA
Hikers: Carol, Linda and Nat (humans) | Kacee, Elvis, Glory and Willow (dogs) Start Time: 8:00 a.m. at the Chicken Shack Fire Road entrance near Clay Ct and Alameda del Prado in Novato. Lucas Valley Open Space Preserve is an expansive 1271 acre gem that offers incredible views. It’s highlight, the Big Rock Ridge trail reaches its highest point at 1895 […]
Hike 9: Del Valle Regional Park | Livermore, CA
Hikers: Kristen, Joe, Bill and Nat (humans) | Nietzsche and Willow (dogs) Start Time: 4:00 p.m. at the horse trail entrance to the park at the top of the hill. Del Valle Regional Park is a true East Bay gem. Located 10 miles south of Livermore, Del Valle (meaning “of the valley” in Spanish) features a 5-mile long lake surrounded by oak-covered […]
Hike 8: Taylor Mountain | Santa Rosa, CA
Hikers: Carol and Nat (humans) | Elvis, Glory and Willow (dogs) Start Time: 8:00 a.m. at the parking lot off of Kawana Terrace. Taylor Mountain Regional Park and Open Space Preserve is prominent county landmark that offers sweeping views of the Santa Rosa Plain, and its oak woodlands, meadows, wetlands and springs are home to diverse forms of wildlife. Still in its early stages of development, […]
Hike 7: Marin Headlands | Sausalito, CA
Hikers: Jaymi and Nat (humans) | Niner and Willow (dogs) Start Time: 6:30 am at Fort Cronkhite and Rodeo Beach parking lot. The Marin Headlands are part of the Golden Gate National Recreational Area. This 12,000-acre peninsula is located at the southernmost end of Marin County, just north of San Francisco across the Golden Gate Bridge. It is famous for its beautiful views and […]
Product Review: Hurtta Frost Jacket
Product: Hurtta Frost Jacket Who makes it: Hurtta What it is: A light, warm and unobtrusive waterproof jacket for dogs for cold or windy weather. What we think of it: ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ We really like it! (Willow-tested | Willow-approved) Although late in the season, I must admit, I hope you can snag one of these babies at a great price […]
Hike 6: Anthony Chabot Regional Park | Castro Valley, CA
Hikers: Jesse and Nat (humans) | Pancake and Willow (dogs) Start Time: 7:30 am at Clyde Woolridge staging area entrance on the left near the intersection of Skyline Blvd and Grass Valley Road. Anthony Chabot Regional Park is a beautiful 3,314-acre varied parkland with year-round public campgrounds, a marksmanship range, and 70 miles of hiking and riding trails to enjoy. Hiking trails through grasslands, chaparral, and shady eucalyptus groves […]
