Hiking with your dog in winter is one of the most popular outdoor activities in Colorado, and for good reason. Colorado offers some of the most spectacular and diverse hiking in the country, including trails near Colorado Springs. Winter in Colorado often brings snow and cold temperatures – but that’s no reason to stay inside. … Read More »
Dog Safety
15 Things Every Dog Owner Should Know About Rabies
It’s every dog owner’s worst nightmare – rabies. Every mammal is susceptible to rabies, and it is fatal. Tens of thousands of people die every year worldwide from this deadly disease. Only 6 people have ever survived the full-blown virus; those 6 only survived due to a groundbreaking new treatment. NOTE: Everyone is required BY … Read More »
What Everyone Should Know About Puppy Mills
Saturday (September 15th) is National Puppy Mill Awareness Day, giving us all reason to pause and consider the plight of the many animals that are bred and born in these types of facilities, and forced to endure horrific, squalid conditions. Puppy mills are large-scale businesses that breed dogs. The primary focus of a puppy mill … Read More »
10 Life-Threatening Hazards for Dogs Lurking In Your Own Backyard
Summer is the time to get outside and soak up the famous Colorado Springs Vitamin D-filled sunshine rays that brighten our days and lift our spirits! And it’s been beautiful outside right lately! The recent monsoon weather has resulted in gorgeous green grass and flowering yards everywhere you look. Our backyards are our outdoor … Read More »
What To Do If Your Dog is Hit By a Car
The thought of your dog getting hit by a car is one of the worst scenarios for dog parents. Witnessing your dog being hit by a car is one of the most distressing situations to be in. But whether it’s your dog or someone else’s, you can be prepared to help an animal in need … Read More »
10 Ways to Keep Your Dog Safe During the Fourth of July
The Fourth of July is a wonderful time to celebrate our country’s independence. Like many Coloradoans, you may be planning to have a festive Fourth of July. Along with backyard barbeques and local festivities, no July celebration would be complete without enjoying fireworks to remember the birth of our nation. As you’re making preparations for … Read More »
When Is It OK to Leave Your Dog in the Car?
“Never leave your pet in a parked car when the outside temperature is above 70 degrees. Not even with the windows partway down, not even in the shade, not even for a quick errand. Dogs and cats can’t sweat like humans, so they pant to lower their body temperature. If they’re inside a car, recycling … Read More »
16 Compelling Reasons to Keep Your Dog on a Leash (Even If You Think They are Trustworthy)
“Why don’t people keep their dog on a leash?” It’s one of the most common complaints I hear from Canine Campus dog parents, especially after their dog (who was on a leash) has been bitten by a dog that was off-leash on a trail or other places in public. Even in areas where there is … Read More »
