As April showers are coming to an end and with the weather getting nicer by the day, you may find yourself enjoying the great outdoors more and more with your pup. If you and your pup enjoy long walks or hikes then a backpack from Ruff Wear is just what you need to start the season off right. Dog backpacks are great for tiring out that high-energy dog or for having your pup lend a hand when you have too much to carry on your next adventure and the Approach Pack has it all.
This backpack boasts attached saddlebags with a weight-forward design, meant to make load carrying easy on your pup, waterproof zippers, reflective trim, and a comfort-fit Web Master Harness to ensure structure, stability and load dispersion. Also, the bag is adjustable so you can make it fit your dog perfectly without affecting his range of motion and it is padded so that it will be very comfortable during both long and short walks.
Whether your dog is carrying a water bottle or some yummy treats for later, giving your dog the job of carrying something for you can be great exercise and can do wonders for a dog’s mental well-being. My dog Baxter has tried out this pack and he did not mind helping me with carrying some light weight supplies on our walk together and he was twice as tired after our short walk, making this perfect for the pup who just never seems to get tired out after a walk. Best of all, I was extremely impressed with the quality construction and thoughtfulness put into the trail-savvy design to make it a practical addition to any hike with your dog.
The Approach Pack has everything your dog will need to ruff it on your next outing together and will keep him comfortable and looking cute too! Available in blue and green and sizes xxsmall to large, this pack can work for dogs of all breeds and sizes. So put your pup to work with this high-quality Approach Pack from Ruff Wear!
Well spring has sprung, and more and more dogs are coming out of their winter hibernation and hitting the pavements for long walks again. It's a great time of year!
Just like many of you hit the stores to find what's hot in spring fashion, so should your dog. Wonderdognyc.com has fabulous collars, leads, and harnesses for your swanky pup that will, for sure, make heads turn.
The colors and fabrics for spring are great -- very eye catching. All of the designs at Wonderdognyc.com are handcrafted of the most advanced materials available. The spring line is full of fun, bright geometric patterns, stripes and even vegetables (like the ones shown in the picture). All collars have matching leashes to make the complete outfit.
So, if your dog is one that loves to be out and about, showing off the latest in pooch fashion, he/she will want to be sporting a new collar from Wonderdognyc.com. When you are ready to purchase your very cool items from Wonderdognyc.com, be sure to enter "the swanky pup" under the heading "How did you hear about us?". Wonderdognyc.com will send you a FREE Glow collar with your purchase.
As a swanky small dog owner safety and style are on the top of my list when it comes to my dog. Toy dog owners especially need to consider safety when walking their dogs because of the risk of trachea issues with pulling on their necks, making conventional collars an unsafe option. Most toy breeds are safest using a harness, and if you are using a harness don’t you want one that is both stylish, unique and well made?
My absolute favorite is the Diva Dog Harness Vest from Bloomingtails Dog Boutique, which is made with comfort and style in mind. It is much more than a simple walking harness, but it is an adorable outfit as well! Each vest is custom made so you won’t have to worry about seeing another dog wearing your pups outfit at the dog park or out on the town. Also they are fully lined so that they retain their shape and have a beautiful matching ribbon down the center with a D-ring where you can attach the leash. It has Velcro tabs, which close around the chest and tummy, so it is easy to put on and take off and it is double sewn for extra security.
All of the harness vests are embellished with matching ribbons and/or buttons, making each one stylish, unique and original. I tried the Breast Cancer awareness harness vest that had the signature breast cancer pink ribbons and adorable coordinating polka dot pink ribbons and bows for embellishments, and there are plenty of other great prints to chose from. Bloomingtails Dog Boutique also provides customer service above and beyond what you have experienced in the past, making this shopping experience extremely enjoyable.
Besides being safe, one-of-a-kind, and stylish, this harness vest is also extremely affordable, ranging from just $20-24! Best of all enter TSP10 at checkout for a generous 10% off discount.
Reduce leash pulling with the Sporn Training Halter
I see it every day: people being dragged around by their dogs on walks and dogs choking themselves on leash. Sound familiar? It is not a pretty sight walking down the street with your swanky pup pulling your arm out of the socket and/or choking himself and it makes it hard to enjoy taking your dog out and about. The Sporn Training Halter may be what you need to get control out on the walk so you can have those leisurely walks you dream of.
I have tried a lot of different harness and almost all of them just gave my dog more leverage so he could pull with his whole body. The Sporn halter actually gave my dog gentle feedback as he pulled, making it much more comfortable for him to walk at my side and discourage pulling.
The Sporn Training Halter goes around your dog’s neck and under the armpits, where the braided cord is covered by sherpa sleeves so it will not hurt or rub. When your dog pulls on the leash, the harness tightens under your dog’s armpits encouraging him to stop pulling. The Sporn is not a substitute for training your dog to heel but it is a great tool to have at your disposal and can make a big difference for those big pullers out there.
A better walk is priceless right? Well, the halter is only $25.95 and worth every penny. Check out the video on their site for exactly how the Sporn Training Halter works and see if it is right for your dog.
As April showers are coming to an end and with the weather getting nicer by the day, you may find yourself enjoying the great outdoors more and more with your pup. If you and your pup enjoy long walks or hikes then a backpack from Ruff Wear is just what you need to start the season off right. Dog backpacks are great for tiring out that high-energy dog or for having your pup lend a hand when you have too much to carry on your next adventure and the Approach Pack has it all.
