Heat Stroke in Dogs: Avoiding Summertime Emergencies

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Heat stroke is one of the most important health issues to know about for your dog in the summertime. It’s been a hot one so far, and Off Road Paws wants to make sure you know the signs and symptoms of heat stroke in dogs, so that you can avoid this potentially fatal medical emergency. […]

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Taking Your Dog Off Leash Hiking On Colorado’s Trails Safely

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There’s nothing quite like the freedom of the trails in Colorado! There’s so much to see and explore for both you and your canine companion. It can be a real treat to take your dog off leash hiking with you on the trails, but there are a few safety tips to keep in mind while […]

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Tips for Taking Your Dog Running on the Trail

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Dog running South Boulder, Colorado. There are many important keys to keeping your dog at its healthiest, one major factor in your dog’s health is the amount of exercise they get. If you have the time and inclination to go on long walks or take your dog running, it can be a great adventure for […]

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How to Begin Clicker Training With Your Dog

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Anyone with a new dog in their home, and even some on a quest to train an older dog, ask themselves “How am I going to train my dog?”  One very effective technique is the clicker training method. It is a method that uses positive reinforcement for good behavior, which can lead to a well […]

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Keeping Your Dog Entertained and Exercised in Winter

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In the dead of winter here in Colorado, it can be hard to keep up with your your daily dog walking. Between the snow, frigid temperatures and the blustery wind, the idea of going outside is generally daunting. It’s important to make sure you don’t let the icy temperatures outside turn your physically fit dog […]

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Holiday Dangers for Dogs and Cats

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Sadly, it is also the time when vet visits and bills skyrocket – right when we’d rather be spending our money on cute holiday plates and wrapping and gifts little fluffy timmy needs a hospital visit. It’s not a fun time for anyone involved, so here are […]

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Dog-friendly Parks and Hikes in Lafayette, Colorado

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There are plenty of places perfect for Dog trail running Lafayette, Colorado! We have some of the best places to go adventuring with your dog. If you want your dog to get outside but don’t have the time or energy to adventure with them, Off Road Paws is happy to help! We have a variety […]

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How to Have a Pet Safe Halloween

How to Have a Pet Safe Halloween

Stop! Look to your left. Look to your right. Look at your pet. If they are a dog or a cat, are they wearing a tag with their name, and your address and phone number on it? Before we get any closer to Halloween, if your pet doesn’t have an ID tag, go get one […]

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Dog Sitting Lafayette: A Quick Guide to Foods your Dog Can(t) Eat

Dog Sitting Lafayette: Food safe for dogs

You may occasionally want to see how your dog reacts to new flavors, or just want to mix up their diet a bit, whatever the reason, most of us find ourselves googling if our dog can eat x-“human food” or y-“whatever-dog-scarfed-out-of-the-trash”. While not completely expansive, here is a list of some of the common foods […]

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