Dogs make great camping companions. Most dogs love being outdoors and spending time with their owner. And they make good guard dogs while you’re roughing it in nature. It’s a bonding experience and you both can derive significant physical and emotional benefits from it. Continue reading →

Whether you live in Colorado or have visited, you know there is no shortage of beautiful sights, with scenic mountains and lakes in abundance. Your pooch loves to see (and smell) the scenery too, and a camping trip offers the perfect opportunity. A fun camping experience is a safe camping experience, so check out this infographic for tips to keep Fido happy, healthy, and safe.

Health:

What if my dog sustains an injury on our trip?

How do I check for ticks on my pet?

Heatstroke and my pup: what do I need to know?

Preparation:

How do I locate dog-friendly campsites?

What are the potential camping-related dangers for my dog?

Gear:

What packing checklist should I follow?

What should I put in my dog’s first aid kit?

Is a collar or harness best for my dog during our camping trip?

Once you are prepared with the right information, you can start the task of packing. Don’t worry – the Colorado scenery will make it all worthwhile.

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When it comes to dog-friendly cities, Denver ranks right up there with San Francisco, Las Vegas, and San Diego. For dog owners, perks like accessibility to dog parks, walkability, and weather are important factors when choosing a home for themselves and their furry, four-legged best friends. If you are visiting Denver for some outdoor adventure, or it is your home base in between camping trips, this city guide is for you.

Dog-Friendly Services

Woof in Boots – Training, grooming, pet taxi services, daycare… whatever your pet needs in the way of care, this place does it all.

Restaurants

For well-behaved pups, Denver has a variety of dog-friendly restaurants where you can both enjoy a good meal and a cold glass – or bowl – of water.

The Watering Bowl – This tavern even has a dog-friendly tagline: your best friend’s bar. In addition to a 7,000 square-foot, fenced-in dog park, there are two bars and two patios where you can enjoy good food and craft beer.

Stella’s – With a dog-friendly patio, live music, and art displays, Stella’s is the perfect place for you and your pet to enjoy coffee and treats by the fire pit.

Shops

From garden centers to shopping malls, Denver has a wide range of dog-friendly shops for pets and their owners.

Aspen Grove – This shopping center will keep you and your pup entertained, well fed, and in style with holiday events, farmer’s markets, and trunk shows. Plus, there’s free Wi-Fi.

City Floral – Denver’s oldest greenhouse and garden center has everything you need to decorate your home, inside and out. They even have a Children’s Corner for your two-legged babies.

Fruits of Our Spirit – This shop in downtown Parker, CO has home decor and unique gifts. According to BringFido.com, they always have a bowl of water out for thirsty pets.

Dog Parks

Denver, known for its natural beauty and outdoor activities, doesn’t skimp on space for people and their pets to share.

Glendale Farm Open Space – Located in South Denver, this park boasts 17 whopping acres of off-leash area for dogs to run and play to their hearts’ content.

Cherry Creek State Park – If your dog likes to play in the water, they’ll love spending time in the fenced-in acreage with creek access. Be sure to bring your dog-off-leash-area pass and park access pass.

 

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