HIGH TAIL HIKES BLOG

Training, gear, and adventure tips for you and your best friend

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The Let Them Theory - Dog Edition

You may have heard of Mel Robbins’ book The Let Them Theory (originally coined by poet Cassie Phillips) - the idea that rather than trying to control other people’s choices...
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Walking Your Small Dog: Our Best Tips! Part Two: Tips for Walking Your Small Dog

Walking a small dog comes with unique challenges and considerations, but with the right approach, it can be an enjoyable and enriching experience for both of you! Here are some practical...
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Why We Don't Recommend "Pack Walks" for Your Dog

Pack walks might look orderly, but are they really what’s best for your dog? This blog breaks down why group walks often suppress natural behavior, ignore individual needs, and may...
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Incorporating Choice, Control, Predictability Into Our Walks With Our Dogs

By Alisha Ardiana of Empawthy Alisha is a certified positive reinforcement dog trainer in San Francisco, California. She works primarily with dogs who are labeled as shy, fearful, and aggressive. Her...
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What Leash is Best for My Small Dog? Part 1: Equipment: Our Best Tips!

We get lots of questions about the right gear for small dogs, so we thought we’d share our recommendations! Here is part one about walking equipment. View our full collection of...
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Celebrating the Holidays with Your Dog: Holiday Traditions You and Your Pup Will Love

We all know that the holidays, while joyful, can be challenging and stressful at times! Our pups might be feeling a little extra anxious with all the changes in routine,...
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Protecting Your Pup: Foxtail Safety Tips for Dog Owners

As spring approaches, foxtails are once again starting to emerge. Foxtails describe a type of invasive grass that produce a cluster of spiky seeds - there are a variety of...
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Gamify Your Walks: Using Games on Walks with Your Dog with Alisha Ardiana of Empawthy

If you want your dog to stop doing something, give them something else to do - THAT ALSO MEETS THEIR NEED FOR SAFETY. In most cases, this will involve some...
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Summer Safety with Your Dog: 7 Tips to Keep Your Dog Safe in Warmer Weather

Summer is a great time to adventure with your pup. But it’s important to keep a few safety tips in mind to make sure your dog stays happy and healthy...
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Be Your Dog's Chaperone

Alisha Ardiana, owner of Empawthy: Positive Reinforcement for Pets and their People, reflects on why we take dogs on walks, and how to ensure walking your dog is safe and...
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How to Plan a Successful Camping or Backpacking Trip with Your Dog

Dreaming of a summer camping adventure with your pup? Before you take the leap to camping with your pup, it’s important to be fully prepared with supplies and safety precautions. Here...
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Thoughts on Loss, Grief, and Gotcha Days

Trigger warning: a dog's death is discussed in this post. It's Charlie's 6th Gotcha Day! It's hard to believe that it's been 6 years, and at the same time, 2017...
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