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Gear Up Your New Dog: The Essentials

Start off on the right paw with your new addition. We’ve rounded up our top picks for the essential gear you’ll need when adopting a new dog.

A man and his dog sit on a rock during a hike.

High-Visibility Dog Gear for Fall & Winter

From reflective collars, harnesses, and jackets to rechargeable safety lights, here’s a list of must-have gear to keep your dog visible in low-light conditions.

Top Gear for Senior Dogs

We have a few extra experienced pups as part of our Pack, and we chatted with their humans to get the lowdown on what senior dog gear they dig most.

Pack member Vita and her dog Lucky on a walk in the snow.

The Size is Right: How to Measure for Your Dog's Gear

These quick videos and tips will get you all set for finding the right size for your dog's next harness, jacket, backpack, and dog boots.

A woman clips a new Web master on her dog

This winter season, we’re taking a cue from our dogs and pressing the play button. Whether you and your pup are hitting the slopes or fetching sticks in a crisp city park, our Innovative Insulation Collection will provide the warmth to extend your winter play.

A woman snowshoes uphill with her dog beside her.

New Gear for Fall 2022

With our new fall gear, we’re elevating your play experience by bringing you new colors, designs, and styles from our Trailhead Collection.

A dog wearing a Web Master Harness runs on a trail while his human companion bikes behind him.

New Gear for Spring 2020

This season's new gear is an invitation to you and your number-one trail buddy to be curious, take the first step, and start down your own road less traveled.

Two humans holding six dogs in different front range harnesses in front of Mt Bachelor.

New Gear for Fall 2020

This season, we’re introducing new human gear for carrying you and your sidekick's everyday essentials. Plus, check out the new designs and looks for our iconic cold weather jackets and boots, all built to keep your pup warm so you can linger longer in the moments that matter – whatever the weather.

Dog in glacier climate changer fleece runs around outside tent up in the hills.

How to Become an Adventure Dog

Every dog has an inner explorer just waiting to get out there with their human. Preparing to embark on that journey together? We’re here to help.

How to Backpack With Your Dog

Ready to head out on a multi-day excursion with your pup? Discover tips, tricks, and gear for backpacking with a dog.

Does My Dog Need a Jacket?

A dog jacket can make all the difference. Let’s dive into how to know when your dog needs a jacket, the benefits of having a dog coat, and how to choose the right one for your pup.

Montane’s Favorite Dog Hikes

Looking for hiking inspiration in the North of England? The team behind the leading outdoor brand Montane reveals their favorite local hikes.

A woman and two dogs walking in a field.

Top 4 Dog and Kid-Friendly Summer Activities

Ruffwear Ambassador Maria Christina Schultz is an outdoor enthusiast, certified stand up paddleboard instructor, and author. Her dogs are her constant companions. Maria's pack recently grew with the addition of her son. Here, she shares her tips for 4 dog and kid-friendly summer outings, plus dog training and gear advice to get you started.

A woman sits on a paddleboard with her baby and throws a toy for her dogs.

6 Tips for Breaking in Ruffwear Dog Boots

Dog boots and shoes can help dogs with grip and traction on loose, rocky terrain, on ice and snow, and on other wet surfaces. They protect paws from hot pavement, coarse, rocky trails, clumpy snow, salt, and more. Yet, just like human boots, dog boots need a break-in period. We’ve got 6 tips for breaking in Ruffwear dog boots.

PD the dog in grip trex boots jumps over a root while trail running with human Krissy.

SUP Pup 101: How to Paddleboard with Your Dog

How do you and your dog start paddleboarding without any experience? Learn the ropes with top tips from Ruffwear Pack members and a SUP instructor and dog trainer.

4 Things to Consider Before Backcountry Skiing with Your Dog

Riding in the backcountry can be one of the most fun activities you do with your dog. With proper planning and practice, you can share powder turns with your best friend! Here are four things to consider before enjoying the backcountry safely with your tail-wagging sidekick.

A dog with its human companion head out to ski in the backcountry!

Top 10 Tips for Standup Paddleboarding With Your Dog

Ruffwear Ambassador and author of How To SUP With Your PUP, Maria Christina Schultz, offers up her top ten tips for standup paddling with your dog.

Person paddleboarding with dog at sunset

Pack Picks: Go-To Holiday Gifts for Every Adventure Dog

The holidays are all about giving back, so why not give back to the one who gives you so much? We surveyed the Pack and rounded up their top picks for holiday gifts.

5 Things Your Dog Wants To Do With You This Summer

Trying an activity that's new for your pup or new for you is both a rich and deeply rewarding experience. You'll forge a stronger bond and create memories that'll make you smile long after they happen. You'll laugh a lot, splash a lot, and possibly even pick up a new hobby you'll love a lot.

human and dog in float coat dog life vest on stand up paddleboard in middle of lake.

The Dog is in the Details: Designing the Home Trail™ Hip Pack

It used to be quite the production getting out the door with my pup without forgetting any of her or my stuff. Enter the Home Trail™ Hip Pack. I call it my “go-bag.” Now, the time between “Want to go for a walk?” and “Let’s go!” is a simple grab-and-go on the way out rather than the frantic herding of pick-up bags and treats.

Dog in stumptown jacket walks with human carrying stumptown coffee cup by Stumptown coffee roaster sign.

Behind the Scenes, Beneath the Snow: Ruffwear Pack Members Attend WBR’s Avy Dog Training

Two of our very own Pack members went to participate in a four-day avy dog training program put on by Wasatch Backcountry Rescue (WBR). Read about their incredible experience.

An avalanche rescue dog and their handler.

Go Small or Stay Home: Shifting our Focus in the Time of COVID-19

At a time of year when we would often be loading up for our first adventure of the spring, we are being asked to scrap plans, stay home, and limit all non-essential travel. As adventurers, being told to stay put can feel stifling, but there are still so many ways we can get out with our dogs!

Man walks along road with two dogs on waist-worn Ruffwear leashes.

What is a Traffic Leash For Dogs?

Whether you’re navigating a trailhead parking lot, training, or just needing to stick close together, a traffic leash can help keep your dog securely at your side.

A happy dog walks through a grassy field wearing a traffic lead.

What Do Avalanche Rescue Dogs Do?

From their rigorous training to their valiant missions, avalanche rescue dogs are truly extraordinary. Let’s uncover what makes these pups such incredible heroes in the mountains.

Made for the Snow: Winter Backpacking With Dogs

Winter backpacking with your dog can be a very rewarding experience. Learn how Wes, Marie, and their pup Loba prepare for the adventure.

Loba, a malamute-husky mix, on a backpacking trip.

Tips for Living in a Tiny House with Big Dogs

Seven years into living the tiny house life, Laura and her pups, Star and Colt, are masters at maximizing their space, exploring outside, and enjoying the togetherness that living tiny brings. We checked in with Laura to hear her top tips for living in a tiny house with big dogs.

A man and his two dogs sit on the front porch of their tiny house.

A City Dog’s Guide to Adventure

No one understands the city dog life better than Ruffwear Ambassadors Cory, Rafa, and their pup Bondi. Here, we’ve got the scoop on their top tips to kickstart city adventures with your dog.

Two men sit by the water in a city with their dog.

How Rogue Detection Dogs Inspired the High-Vis Web Master™

Rogue Detection Dog Bounders (handlers) Heath and Jennifer had some great words and pictures to share with us about their history with the Web Master, and how their work and partnership contributed to the development of the High-Vis Web Master.

Tips for Cold Weather Adventures and First Aid for Dogs

There is nothing quite like watching your best friend bounding through fresh snow beside you, or the thrill of being pulled along on Nordic skis by a happy hound. Ruffwear Ambassador & Veterinarian Bronwyn Fullagar offers a few safety considerations for powder hounds, so that you can have a howling good time without having to end the day at the veterinary clinic!

Two humans ski alongside their dogs who are wearing Ruffwear Jackets

Ruffwear in Mexico: Meet Bernardo & His Four Shop Dogs

With a presence in over 45 countries, Ruffwear's gear enables outdoor adventures across the globe. Today, we want to introduce you to Bernardo – the owner of Outdog who lives in Mexico – and his four shop dogs, Frida, Chelsee, Cesarin, and Leika.

A man and his dog sit and pose on an alley road in a city.

Pack Up & Get Out: What Our Office Dogs Pack on the Trails

As the air grows warmer and the sun lingers longer, we can’t help but get excited for backpacking, camping, and long days on the trail. Our employees and office dogs sure know how to pack in the fun, so here's a look at their go-to gear when their furry sidekick is shouldering some of the load.

Dog in Palisades dog backpack and human with backpacking pack look out over Oregon coast from trail.

Two Weeks, Two Dogs and Five Great Lakes

It had been on my bucket list for a few years – to paddleboard on all five Great Lakes. I wanted to set my paddleboard – pups and all – in each of the five massive freshwater bodies. As a professional paddle boarder and instructor on how to ‘SUP with your PUP,’ it wouldn’t be the same without my Australian Shepherds.

Maria on SUP with dogs in float coat dog life jackets on great lakes.

Shared Adventures & A Shift in Perspective: Backcountry Skiing With Dogs

Learn how Gloria began sharing her passion for skiing with her two pups, Alberto and Shakira, turning every outing into a shared adventure.

Gloria backcountry skiing with her dog, Alberto.

Backpacking the 40km Scottish Mamores Munro Circuit with Our Two Dogs

As soon as Henry and Wally see us organising and packing their hiking packs, they start getting excited and can’t wait to hit the trail – especially when it's for three days on the Scottish Mamores Munro Circuit.

Man and woman and two spaniel dogs sitting in front of a tent in the Scottish Highlands

Trip Tips: A Night in the Sawtooth Backcountry with Bronwyn & Arnie

Find backcountry magic and practical backpacking tips in this trip report from Ruffwear Ambassadors Dr. Bronwyn Fullagar and sidekick Arnie.

Unleashing Possibility with Theresa & Cassie

We're sharing stories of dogs and humans finding ways to Unleash Possibility together. Here, Theresa and her canine sidekick, Cassie, explain how tackling their first big outdoor adventure together – a 3-day backpacking trip in Goat Rocks Wilderness – started a new chapter of their lives exploring the outdoors.

How To SUP With Your PUP: Getting Your PUP Back On The SUP

One of the most important topics covered in this edition is a step-by-step guide for safely getting your dog back on the board from the water. This is the single most important skill every dog-loving paddler should know. Riley, Kona, and I want everyone to be safe out there!

Bodie in float coat sits by Maria on a paddleboard.

The Knot-a-Collection: A Sustainability Journey

As part of Ruffwear's innovation and sustainability journey, we’re spotlighting the Knot-A-Collection, our series of climbing rope dog leashes and collars.

A human gets ready to rock climb with their Blue Heeler by their side.

Give, Shop, and Wag Like a Local

Nate and Dani Wyeth live in Bend, Oregon with their golden retriever, Ranger. They offer tips for holiday-ing like the locals here in Bend. You can make these tips work for doing the same in your neck of the woods, too.

A golden retriever dog runs toward its owner in the snow.

Our Carbon Pawprints

Something I’ve been curious about for a while is to what extent having a dog in my life impacts the planet. Finn is now 12 years old, and our lives revolve around him. He eats every day, has toys, travels, and has clothes and adventure gear the same as me. Let's look at Finn's carbon pawprint by focusing on the impacts of his food and apparel.

A man stands in a field with his dog while backpacking.

How a Pandemic Can Help You Socialize Your Adventure Puppy

Simply being around other people, dogs, bikers, and wildlife, and learning to not engage, is an awesome skill to encourage at a young age. And the absolute beauty of this time of COVID-19 we’re living in, with its six-foot social distancing requirement, is that it’s perfect for socializing a puppy.

Maria and puppy Willow in float coat sit on paddleboard looking at ducks.

Solo Hiking Mount Mansfield With Dobby and Max

When Jillian Joan set out to solo hike Mt Mansfield with dogs Dobby and Max, she was a mix of excitement, nerves and apprehension. But, like dogs often do, they helped Jillian conquer new heights, and bag another peak.

The Furness™ Jacket: A Game Changer for Cold-Weather Exploring

Ruffwear Ambassadors Katie & Quinci are desert-dwelling, trash collecting, and community-loving outdoor enthusiasts. They live in Arizona and spend as much time as they can hiking, paddleboarding, climbing, and backpacking. Here, Katie shares how Ruffwear's Furness Jacket has kept Quinci warm on cold & windy excursions.

A small dog sits in a woman's lap while they are out in nature.

Ambassador Field Notes: Camping and Hiking on the Isle of Mull

Ruffwear Ambassador Siobhan is passionate about exploring the beautiful country of Scotland. She gives us a day-by-day breakdown of her hiking trip on the Isle of Mull with her two pups, Roshe and Lunar.

Running in the Rain: Tips from Krissy & PD

As autumn starts to work its way into our weather forecasts, these tips from as seasoned of a running duo as ambassadors Krissy & PD have us eager to lace up and get out with our ever-eager canine sidekicks – rain or shine.

Krissy and her dog PD running on a muddy trail

Singletrack to Sea: An adventure to the edge of Canada

I’ve known for a long time that spending time in wild places, with friends and dogs, is where I feel most alive. In a year where the world turned on its head, exploring outside with Arnie was the one constant when every other part of life seemed so uncertain.

Bronwyn and Arnie running on beach at sunset

Behind the Design of the Webbing Remix™ Toys

Introducing the Webbing Remix™ Toys — two uniquely crafted toys that playfully celebrate sustainability through vibrant color combinations.

Packs and Trails with Amara the Shepherd

If there’s one thing I’ve learned as a dog parent, it’s that having a pup allows you to experience life and everyday adventures in a whole new way. For Noami and me, hiking is our favorite pastime. So when Amara joined our pack, there was no doubt we would bring her along on all our adventures.

Noami and Amara in backpacks by a waterfall.

An Arctic Adventure

Join Raya and her 12-year-old bull terrier, Grimlock, as they take on one of their all-time adventure checklist destinations: sea kayaking down the Dempster Highway in Canada.

Raya and Grimlock pose by their van at the Arctic Ocean sign.

Sustainability Update: Chemicals Management at Ruffwear

We checked in with Kelly Hughes, Ruffwear's Sustainability Program Manager, to learn about the chemicals management process at Ruffwear. And, most importantly, how it's our responsibility to use chemistry wisely to protect our consumers, supply chain partners, and the ecological systems in which our manufacturing facilities are located.

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