FITDOG BLOG: OFF THE LEASH
For the trail blazers and tail chasers
Dogs with Jobs: K9 Demonstration Event!
Fitdog, a long time supporter of the Los Angeles Police Canine Association, finally made it out to their annual fundraiser event, the 19th Annual Police K9 Demonstration & Educational Public Safety Fair in Redondo Beach. At the event,...
Dog Sports: Surfing
This month, it's all about dog surfing! Surfing has a rich history in Southern California, and the Santa Monica area specifically. It would only make sense that locals make sure everyone can enjoy the family beach day. At least,...
Dog Sports: Herding
This month, we're talking about herding. Dog Herding is an age-old pastoral practice of wrangling livestock. Some popular herding breeds include corgis, border collies, cattle dogs, Jack Russell Terriers, and Australian Shepherds. Animal behavioralist John Bradshaw puts it succinctly: "The...
Dog Sports: Mushing
Header photo via LA Times Every month, we highlight a different sport that dogs can easily participate in to keep them engaged and happy. It's true that most of these sports have origins outside our everyday realms. However, you...
What it’s actually like being a professional dog hiker
We were so excited to find out that November 17th is National Take a Hike Day! Or as we like to call it, National Take a Hike With Your Dog Day. Hiking was one of the first parts...