How to Outfit Your Dog for Snowshoe Treks

There's no need for your pooch to remain cooped up indoors all winter. Bring your dog along for a snowshoe adventure.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

1. Make sure the area you are going to allows dogs.
2. Consider buying your dog a set of dog booties to cover up paws. This will keep snow from freezing between their pads.
3. Bring some extra dog food or dog treats along on longer treks. Winter workouts burn a lot of calories.
4. Bring some water for your dog in a container that won't freeze.
5. Have a small mat or blanket for your dog to rest on while you take snowshoeing breaks. A small foam pad can keep your dog insulated from the snow.
6. Buy a special dog pack that fits over your dog if you plan on frequent or long snowshoe treks. You can toss all of your dogs' gear in the pack and make him carry it around.

Tips & Warnings

• When first snowshoeing with your dog, go shorter distances than normal. Remember that you are on snowshoes to float on top of the snow and your dog doesn't have any.