Urban Hiking With Dogs

Urban hiking is the sweet spot between neighborhood walks and full trail days: greenways, stairs, city parks, waterfront paths, foothills, and weekend trailheads.

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Urban Hiking Kit

• Dog backpack or day pack
• Hydration bottle or collapsible bowl
• Dog first-aid kit
• Dog boots or paw protection
• GPS tracker for added security

Trail Manners

Keep your dog leashed where required, pack water, respect wildlife, check trail rules, and turn around early when heat, paws, breathing, or body language says the day is done.