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Behind the Design: Pacific Gnaw-west Toys

We checked in with Ruffwear Founder, Patrick Kruse, and design team members, Timothy Gorbold and Liz Zarro, to get the scoop on the inspiration behind the Pacific Gnaw-west Toy Collection.

A man throws a Gnawt-a-Stick™ toy for his dog who chases after it.

Boredom Busters: 5 Enrichment Toys for Your Dog

From interactive puzzle toys to psychedelic slow feeders, explore some of our enrichment toys to keep your canine engaged.

Dog playing with an enrichment toy in the backyard.

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.

All Work & All Play: Avy Dog Inspired & Tested Toys

As snow blankets ski areas across North America each winter, avalanche rescue dogs are clocking in and going to work on the slopes. These highly-trained dogs and their ski patroller handlers train at their home mountains every day during ski season.

Ski patroller plays tug with pacific loop toy with avy dog dressed in web master harness.

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.

How To Road Trip With Your Dog: 8 Practical Tips

Hitting the open road means something different to everyone – maybe it’s about exploring uncharted territory or seeing new places through your dog’s eyes. Whatever your reason, we’ve got you covered with our top 8 tips for an epic road trip with your dog.

A woman sits next to her dog in the trunk of her car at a beach.

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.

From Shelter To Science

Imagine being a dog. Not just any dog, mind. A dog with boundless energy and so much drive, you struggle to fit into normal family life. Unfortunately, this means you might spend your whole life in a shelter. Wait, there’s good news! Your intense focus and insatiable urge to play make you a great fit for the Conservation Canines, an organization that rescues dogs from shelters and pairs them with human handlers.

Dog works a training course at a house in the woods.

New Gear for Spring 2022

This season, we’re highlighting waypoints – the places along life’s journey that hold significance. With our tail-wagging pals by our sides, we return to these spots time and again. Leaving new foot and paw prints. Collecting memories. Ready to kick off spring by retracing or discovering your waypoints? We’ve got you covered with our new spring gear from two of our top collections: Camp & Hike and Backpacking.

A woman puts a collapsible water bottle in her dog's Ruffwear Palisades Pack.

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.

2 Years In: The Joys & Challenges of Working From Home with Dogs

Now that many of us at Ruffwear have been working remotely for over two years, we are celebrating how working from home with our dogs has brought us closer to them. Read on to hear a few of our team members' takeaways from this wild two-year journey.

A woman sits in a chair at home while her dog lays next to her on a dog bed on the floor.

Reeling In A Water Hound: Fishing With Midge

Some might say I am a fishing addict. I am lucky to live in a town that has endless recreation possibilities and lots of water. My husband and I are pretty predictable, so when April rolls around we are feet-first in the river and don’t come out until the snow falls and ice hangs off of our fishing guides.

Dove and dog midge in float coat sit on the bow of a boat on the river.

Holiday Like The Pros: Ambassador Picks

Ruffwear Ambassadors share our belief that dogs make us whole and our relationship with our dogs is shaped by the adventures we share. So who better to turn to for some holiday inspiration than our very own Ambassador Pack? Read on for their top gear picks and other ways they make the holidays with their canine companions an extra special time of year.

Becca in puffy jacket in snow gets kisses from Tala the husky in Quinzee insulated jacket.

How to Train an Adventure Puppy

Training a dog is an adventure all on its own. The journey is long but the view at the end is a smiling dog with a spark in his eye.

Maria walking her dog through grass by woods.

5 Ways to Keep Your Dog Cool This Summer

With a solid hot-weather strategy, you and your dog can keep exploring, even amidst the sweltering days of summer. We’re here to help with our top gear and essential tips for keeping your dog cool.

Dog wearing boots running on rocky trail with their human mountain biking

Bento Donates: Bento’s Blood Helps an Anemic Dog

It’s true — dogs can donate blood, too! Learn how this amazing pup turned into a blood donor pro, lending a paw to animals in need.

Discovering Something New: Wild Swimming with Lulu & Foxy

For outdoor adventure lover, Fay Preene, wild swimming with her dogs Lulu & Roxy is not just an action or an exercise. It touches on her happiness, her job, the environment, and her social life. Fay has always loved water, be that being in it, on it, beside it or listening to it. She discusses getting to do it with her best four legged friends and provides tips on how to join her and wild swim safely with your dog too.

Katie & Spaghetti: Press Play the Fall Way

Ruffwear Ambassadors, Katie and Spaghetti (the one with the paws), share how they press play during the fall season – including their favorite indoor games to exercise Spaghetti's mind.

A woman and her dog stand in a camper van.

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.

A Puppy’s Guide to Road Tripping

When you’re as attached to your dogs as we are, your entire world revolves around them. We love to hit the road, and we’ve become fluent in the art of road tripping with your doggos. We’re here to share a few tips on how to make it more enjoyable for all when you've got a new puppy.

A woman walks with her dog and puppy at a campsite.

How Do Ruffwear Ambassadors Spend Their Summers?

We checked in with our Ruffwear Ambassadors to hear how they splashed, hiked, canoed, and climbed the summer days away. Read on for their top highlights.

A woman and her two dogs go paddleboarding on a lake.

How to Up the Fun While You and Your Dog Hunker Down

Right now, the human and canine employees of the Ruffwear Pack have shifted to working from home in an effort to help protect the health of our community. As we hunker down with our dogs, we're getting creative about keeping their stoke high while indoors. And, we're being mindful about ways to get outside. Here's what the pack is up to these days.

Bailey lays on her back across Elise's lap inside a fire lookout.

Van Life: Coast Road Trip with Bree & Noodle

In this story, Ruffwear Ambassador Bree shares how her van road trip along the PNW coast offered her dogs a chance to grow in a new environment. One of her dogs, Noodle, navigated trotting along the shores and splashing in the ocean with her scooter – leaving her mark of sandy paw prints and scooter tracks behind.

Two dogs and their owner relax in their van.

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.

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.

Meet Ruddy: Mt. Bachelor's Playful Avalanche Dog

Ruffwear’s Content Creator, Erin Swanson, recently made the trek to Mt. Bachelor with our Videographer, Photographer, and Community Manager. Their mission? Learn about (and play with) Mt. Bachelor’s newest avalanche puppy in-training, Ruddy.

Ruddy the avalanche puppy in training sits on a snowmobile and looks up at his handler.

The Scoop: Tips & Gear Hacks for Getting Outside with Your Dog This Winter

A little bit of motivation (and a few aha! gear recommendations) from the Ruffwear Pack to break free of the winter doldrums.

In This Together

Krissy has spent the better part of her adult life running ultra trail races and filling her passport with world explorations. She is a running coach, author, race director, and public speaker. Sharing the trails and life with her dog adds a whole new spin on her passion for this life of adventure.

Krissy & PD in Wind Sprinter Jacket run up grassy slope above clouds in the hills.

How To Camp With Your Dog

There’s camping – and then there’s camping with your dog by your side. Their presence alone elevates every little moment. Their curiosity is contagious, their zeal inspiring. With a bit of preparation and the right gear, you’ll be en route to a good time camping with your dog.

New Season Sneak Peek: My Dog Is My...

Ready for a sneak peek at what's new for Spring and Summer 2021? We’re taking a deeper look at the role dogs play in getting us outside as we navigate life’s journey.

Dog in switchbak harness walks along hiking trail.

How to Be a Crag Dog: Climbing with Dogs

I'm Riggins, a Ruffwear office dog, trail runner, skier, and crag dog based in Bend, Oregon. When I'm not hanging out at the Ruffwear office, playing in the snow, or chasing pine cones down the trail, you're likely to find me at Smith Rock State Park. Both of my humans love to climb at Smith, and I love to join.

Two woman and three dogs geared up for climbing walk into the canyon at Smith Rocks State Park.

New Year's Resolution: Be More Like My Dog

Looking back, we learned a lot from our dogs in 2020. They've proven themselves wise in the ways of life. I've come to the conclusion that my New Year's Resolution this year is to be more like my dog. If in 2021 I can be half as curious, kind, loving, silly, and eager for adventure as my pup, Lennon, then I think I'll be on the right track.

Dog with head inside haul bag looking for treats while woman looks on at the car after mountain bike ride.

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.

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.

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.

Caring for Your Dog’s Waterproof Gear

Learn tips and tricks for lengthening gear's lifetime and keeping unnecessary waste out of landfills.

A man washes off his Dirtbag™ Bed with a hose.

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.

Press Play with Noami, Dustin & Amara

Time to take a cue from our dogs and press the play button. How? We turned to Noami, Dustin, and their sidekick, Amara, to find out. They're some of the most fun and playful Ruffwear Ambassadors we know – and Amara inspires them daily to infuse play into a hectic life.

Let's Go Find It: On the Job with Rogue Detection Dogs

Rogue Detection Teams bring the conservation detection dog method to the forefront of scientific research. They provide knowledgeable field teams and hands-on instruction for researchers, aspiring dog handlers, and citizen scientists, fostering collaboration and community involvement in the world of conservation.

Bounder Rita Santos and Rogue Hera sniffing for an endangered grasshopper which lives only on the Crau plains in the South of France

Teaching Tala To Love The Water

Our dog wasn’t exposed to a lot of moving water in her first year and a half of life. As with all new activities, we started slow – throwing her favorite toys for her in calm, shallow water. She loves playing ‘ball,’ so it was good motivation to work her way up to short easy swims.

Cade rows raft while Tala sleeps in float coat at his side.

Worked Like a Dog: In the Field with Conservation Canines

We sent Alli, our resident ultra runner and ski mountaineer, to California to spend a few days in the field with the Conservation Canines. Her mission was to get to know our CK9 partners a little better and gain first-hand experience with the work they do. She was also collecting feedback on our products and their performance in the field.

Working dog in custom harness and handler sit on rock during break in the woods.

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.

Pura Vida: Ruffwear in Costa Rica

Meet Sebastian and Esteban. They're brothers that live in Costa Rica with their dogs Gala, Ras, Chaco, Duna, and Tony, and they've partnered with Ruffwear as our distributors in the region since 2016. We turned to Sebastian and Esteban to learn more about life, dogs, and adventure in Costa Rica.

Esteban (seated) and Sebastian (standing) at a recent visit to Territorio de Zaguates

How to Minimize Your Carbon Pawprint

The outdoors has so much beauty and wonder to offer. Discover tips for protecting and preserving the planet with our dogs.

Busting Cabin Fever with Chris and Sammy

For those winter days when cabin fever seems to be setting in, Ruffwear Ambassadors Chris Hill and Sammy (the one with the paws) share their tips for keeping the stoke high.

A woman picks up her golden retriever dog and poses with him in the snow.

Detection Dogs to the Rescue: Saving the Mediterranean Tortoise

Can pups really help save the Mediterranean Tortoise from the brink of extinction? Ruffwear Ambassador Alfonso Pera Contreras introduces us to his detection dogs, Jara and Olivia, who are carrying out vital detective work to help this endangered species thrive again in Spain.

PRIDE Weekend Adventure with Cory, Rafa, and Bondi

In this story, Cory, Rafa, and Bondi (she’s the one with the four paws and tail) share their adventure to Portland to celebrate PRIDE Weekend. They explore this dog-friendly city as they celebrate an important life experience.

Bondi wears her Ruffwear Float Coat™ Dog Life Jacket while on a raft in the water.

New Gear for Summer 2020

Summer 2020 has us gearing up to dig into what it means to find purpose and healing in the outdoors with our dogs. We're using the downtime to strengthen our connections and ignite our imagination for the road ahead – dreaming up new ways to explore with our ever-faithful canine companions.

Two dogs in highlands dog sleeping bag next to their human sitting in the tent.

Rogue Detection Dog Field Notes: Suzie & Skye in Yosemite

In the summer of 2019, Yosemite National Park’s Terrestrial Wildlife unit secured special permits for three conservation detection dog-handler teams from Rogue Detection Teams. The goal: systematically survey the Park to detect and collect scat from the Sierra Nevada red fox, the cougar, and the fisher. As a research scientist and detection dog handler, I was ecstatic to be a part of this project.

The Scoop: Road Tripping with the Dogs of Ruffwear

Load up and hit the road with the office dogs of Ruffwear. There's a lot to learn on-the-go, and we're here to help get you and your dog out there with tips, travel gear, and even a few destinations to add to your route.

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