How to Know When Our Dogs Need to Go Out

I think this is a good article to help us know when our dogs need to go out for a potty break. It seems like something we should obviously know, but sometimes it isn’t that clear what our dogs are trying to tell us! http://www.vetstreet.com/our-pet-experts/why-doesnt-my-dog-ask-to-go-out-to-potty?wt.mc_id=clinicfb

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Off Road Paws and Louisville Farmer’s Market August 20th 2016

It’s time for the Lousiville Farmer’s Market again! Off Road Paws will have a booth there this weekend, August 20th from 9-1. Come visit us, send friends who would be interested and bring your doggies by for some treats and TLC. There are prizes to win for dog walking, dog running/hiking and pet sitting!!

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List of Common Dog Behaviors and What They Mean

I don’t know about all of you, but I am sure my dog is always trying to tell me something that I don’t always understand. They are so interested in pleasing us and communicating with us and I am sure it is frustrating for them at times.  Darn humans just don’t understand!!  I found a […]

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Camping with Our Dogs

I don’t know about you guys, but I have a hard time going most places without my dog, but camping is almost impossible! He knows when the gear comes out that it is going to be a fun weekend and he can’t imagine not coming with me! BUT, I always consider his safety first and […]

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Rattlesnakes and Dogs- Avoidance is Key!!

I don’t know about you guys, but this is my least favorite time of year to be out with my dog on the trails due to the heat and the RATTLESNAKES!!  As the owner of Off Road Paws, I am adamant when I take a client’s dog out for a walk or trail run that […]

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Fireworks and Your Pets

It has been a while since we posted anything on the blog and it seems like Fourth of July is a good time to be back on here.  It is such a fun holiday for us humans, but dogs and cats would honestly rather skip the whole thing for the most part! Loud noises, lots […]

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Dangers of Dogs in Vehicles and Heatstroke in Warm Weather

It seems as though the warm weather has arrived… at least for the moment:) Our dogs are going to be feeling the temperatures rising faster than us. Keeping them cool, hydrated and safe from heatstroke is crucial and life saving.  Just think how you would feel wearing a fur coat on even a warm (70 degree) […]

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Dangers of Xylitol and Your Dog

Off Road Paws wants to help you keep your dogs safe, active and healthy! We always want to give our dogs treats to show them how much we adore them, but it is surprising how many human foods/treats are actually dangerous for dogs.  Recently there has been more publicity about the sugar substitute, Xylitol, and […]

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Safe Gardening for Your Pets

It’s Spring in Colorado…. we think?? Here is a good list of flowers and plants that can be dangerous for your dogs and cats if ingested. This is NOT complete, but is a good start. Always check before gardening that everything is safe for your furry family members!! http://www.morethan.com/sites/default/files/Toxic_plants.pdf  

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Spring Break and Summer Fitness Availability

It is time to start thinking about Spring and Summer fitness option with Off Road Paws for your dogs!  Spring seems to be coming early this year based on the crazy warm days we have had recently.  Your dog would love some time out running, hiking or walking with us.  We can tailor our services […]

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