When the weather turns cold and the snow starts piling up, it can make the world look like a winter wonderland. That is until you have to take the dog out for his usual walk, and then that snow looks a whole lot colder, wetter, and deeper than it did when you were sipping coffee […]
Often we forget, as humans, that we didn’t always inhabit the spaces we do today. Not so long ago- five, fifty, even 100 years ago – humans were small clusters of communities, spread over a wide territory. In the western US, population rates up until the turn of this century remained relatively steady, growing slowly […]
Off Road Paws is a locally owned and operated business that enjoys having ties to many spaces and businesses around the Lafayette and Louisville area. From dog parks and dog-friendly trails to businesses around town that we love to visit and support, there are a wealth of areas in this beautiful Colorado environment to be […]
The summer season has kicked off, and the heat is here! Despite the weather, your dog still needs exercise, and you still need to get them out and about. What can you do to keep your pet happy and healthy, avoiding heat stroke, dehydration, as well as nasty bugs? Preparation is key to prevention! Follow […]
Is the soggy state of the summer leaving your pup anxious, aggravated, or just plain afraid? It’s a lot more common than you think to have a pup who is afraid or agitated by the weather. If you’ve ever been spooked by high winds or loud noises, then you can understand the fear your dog […]
Summer is upon us, and that means the prime time for flea and tick prevention is upon us! If you aren’t treating your dog for fleas and ticks, you are opening him up to a world of itchiness and possible disease. Not to mention that fleas are darn hard to get rid of once they […]
Is heartworm prevention really necessary? The summer is soon to be upon us, and with the coming of the sun, we often find a higher instance of infectious diseases spreading through wildlife and insects. In plain terms, the bugs are out as much as we are, and it’s up to us to keep ourselves and […]
Whether you are dog walking Broomfield with Off Road Paws, or doing it solo- it helps to be prepared! With the coming of the spring, the urge to get outside and run around with your dog can be irresistible. Taking Fido to a dog park or to a trail out in beautiful Broomfield can be […]
Halloween is an amazing time for fun and creativity to reign. This is the time of year for clever costumes, lots of candy and other goodies, and of course plenty of people over for parties or trick or treating! While this all may sound ideal for your human contingent, your pets may not be as […]
As the longer days of summer sunshine begin to shorten, it can be difficult to keep to your regular dog walking routine. Even though you know it’s good for your dog, it gets darker earlier, and the chill of cold weather isn’t too far away. At times that can mean shorter or less frequent walks, […]