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Dangers of Xylitol and Your Dog

Off Road Paws wants to help you keep your dogs safe, active and healthy! We always want to give our dogs treats to show them how much we adore them, but it is surprising how many human foods/treats are actually dangerous for dogs.  Recently there has been more publicity about the sugar substitute, Xylitol, and […]

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Safe Gardening for Your Pets

It’s Spring in Colorado…. we think?? Here is a good list of flowers and plants that can be dangerous for your dogs and cats if ingested. This is NOT complete, but is a good start. Always check before gardening that everything is safe for your furry family members!! http://www.morethan.com/sites/default/files/Toxic_plants.pdf  

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Spring Break and Summer Fitness Availability

It is time to start thinking about Spring and Summer fitness option with Off Road Paws for your dogs!  Spring seems to be coming early this year based on the crazy warm days we have had recently.  Your dog would love some time out running, hiking or walking with us.  We can tailor our services […]

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Kennel Cough Signs and Vaccine

I know there is so much controversy about what is an appropriate amount of vaccinating for humans and our dogs and cats.  As a veterinarian, I personally always tried to keep to my vaccination protocol progressive and as minimal as possible, while still understanding the importance of having as many of our dogs and cats […]

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Best Fruits and Veggies for Your Dogs and Cats

So I thought it would be nice to post some links for healthy fruits and veggies for your dogs and cats. There is so much out there about what is toxic, which is very important, but there are a lot of foods that are helpful for our pets in similar ways that they are healthy […]

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Care of Dog’s paws in Winter

My dog can’t get enough of the snow and cold weather! He is in heaven when the powder is flying in his face, as he runs down the trail.   It always amazes me how he seems to never tire and never get cold.   What is the most impressive is how dog’s paws can handle the […]

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Winter Holidays and Our Pets

Off Road Paws love the holidays! It is my favorite time of year and I want to share all of the decorations, food and presents with my family. This, of course, includes wanting to spoil my dog and cat rotten.  I am sure all of you feel the same way!  Unfortunately, a lot of the things […]

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Tips for Keeping Our Pets Safe on Thanksgiving

The time of year is approaching where we can loosen our belts and dig in to wonderful meals with our families.  Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday by far because I stuff my face with my family and friends and somehow don’t feel guilty about it:)  I don’t know about you guys, but it is terribly hard […]

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Tips for Keeping Our Geriatric Dogs Happy and Healthy

I know we have all had to watch our best friends go through their geriatric years. I have had my own dogs go through this and helped many clients navigate the golden years with their dogs.  It is so important that we do everything we can to keep them as comfortable, active and happy as […]

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Tips for Keeping Dogs Safe in Great Outdoors in All Weather

I don’t know many people who live near the Front Range that don’t love to be outside as much as possible.  This also means most of bring our best friend or friends along with us whenever possible. I can’t get enough of watching my dog literally running in circles like a puppy when we hit […]

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