https://outdoors.codidact.com/categories/5/tags/479.rssNew Posts Tagged 'dogs' - OutdoorsOutdoors - Codidact2023-11-17T12:49:52Zhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/290237How should I prepare for and react to unleashed dogs when hiking with young children?Michaelhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/659612023-11-15T19:47:33Z2023-11-17T12:49:52Z<p>I take my young children (0-7 years) outside to local trails. It's not remote, virgin wilderness, just a few dozen hectares of forest and stream. The kids enjoy it, and the youngest one is still...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/55611How do I make people not be afraid of me and my dogs?Censored to protect the guiltyhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/171692018-01-25T18:23:29Z2023-10-18T16:09:39Z<p>I like to hike, and I have two large dogs (German Shepherd, Presa Canario). </p>
<p>After a long hike I look reasonably homeless (long hair, unshaven, muddy). Combined with two large, potential...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/284316Help! I found a lost dog - what do I do next? Sigmahttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/82632021-09-24T00:10:06Z2021-11-07T22:06:17Z<p>I was working today when I saw a small dog run across the road in front of my apartment, narrowly being missed by a car. I went out and lured the dog in with a hotdog, brought her to my apartmen...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/49719Akita as my hunting buddyOddDeerhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/535392015-11-24T12:55:14Z2020-07-02T16:08:09Z<p>I thought about trying unconventional breeds for hunting. I stumbled across the "<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Akita_%28dog%29" rel="noreferrer">Akita</a>", which was initially cultured...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/50007How to Shoo away a stubborn Stray Dog/Dogs who decides to tag along with you on a hike?Captainhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/237182015-12-11T10:52:35Z2020-01-16T16:58:01Z<p>This happened on one of my hikes.
It was a hike with two villages en route. Somehow a dog from the first village decided to stick with us. We were OK with it. Then he was followed by a small Pu...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/49484Should I run if I see wild dogs?Joshhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/209842015-10-21T05:10:19Z2019-12-31T04:04:22Z<p>Wild dogs appear to be dangerous. Should I be running if I come across one, or should I stand fast and defend myself? They are a social animal, so they will be in a pack almost all the times.</p>
https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/39666Knife as defense against stray dogsamphibienthttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/172742019-03-16T05:14:25Z2019-12-11T12:15:29Z<p>Some places I travel to have stray dogs in the city. Can a knife be used effectively if attacked by one or more of them? I've had creepy close encounters.</p>
https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/58931Dog-friendly backpacking trails in Northern California and Southern OregonDevinhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/315192019-06-12T02:17:05Z2019-08-02T23:20:53Z<p>Once a year I go on a backpacking trip with a friend of mine who lives near Sacramento, California. He likes to bring his dog. The trip lengths typically range from 2-5 days (including car trave...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/42986How to calculate backpacking food requirements for a dogJustin Chttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/176542012-02-16T15:08:26Z2019-05-24T23:24:32Z<p>So I know how to calculate how many additional calories a day I need while backpacking. My question is how do I calculate how much food my dog will need while backpacking. </p>
<p>I'm hoping fo...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/41737How can I protect my dog from mosquitos?jsf80238https://outdoors.codidact.com/users/175482016-07-31T14:17:54Z2019-04-14T11:03:42Z<p>I am concerned about these things:</p>
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<li>The health impact to my dog.</li>
<li>My dog's sleep and my sleep: my dog snaps at the mosquitos all night.</li>
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https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/39680Do ultrasonic dog repellers actually work against strays and other loose dogs?Chris Hhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/78302019-03-18T07:38:48Z2019-03-18T09:17:55Z<p>In answers to <a href="https://outdoors.stackexchange.com/q/21809/2529">a recent question</a>, ultrasonic dog repellers were suggested as a means of self defence against stray dogs rather than w...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/58395Is it advisable to use a tourniquet on a dog for a snake bite?Airehttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/308012019-02-17T01:42:10Z2019-02-18T15:37:07Z<p>I'm a bit curious about this since the day I read an infographic tip from a veterinarian.</p>
<p>The reason stated by her is that it helps to not enlarge the site of the snake bite. Is this cor...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/41403Camping with a dog for the first timeAravonahttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/173142014-06-23T17:02:27Z2019-01-29T00:16:01Z<p>In a few months my fiance and I will be joining two friends camping. My friends chocolate labrador will be joining us for the weekend. My fiance and I, whilst both dog lovers, have no experience...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/41543Does hiking with a dog in bear country increase or decrease your risk of a bear encounter?Losthttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/174122012-01-25T03:29:05Z2019-01-27T19:39:25Z<p>I've heard various rumors that dogs might help keep bears away, or might be a bear attractant. Is there anything more concrete than anecdotal evidence to go on?</p>
<p>From the companionship en...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/41342Dog Breeds for Backpacking and Trail RunningtheJollySinhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/174012013-08-30T04:49:39Z2018-04-29T11:56:35Z<p><strong>Which dog breeds are best for backpacking?</strong> I know malamutes do well in the cold and on mountains, but what if I'm backpacking in the summer?</p>
<p><img src="https://i.stack.im...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/41330Is it possible to differentiate between a dog howl and a wolf howl?Tullochgorumhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/172392018-04-26T20:09:52Z2018-04-28T14:45:37Z<p>I was camping at around 1500m in the Italian Alps, and around midnight I heard howling that sounded very much like a wolf.</p>
<p>I know there are wolves in the area (a friend of mine was lucky...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/39700How to use DEET bug sprays if I have dogs?Censored to protect the guiltyhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/171692018-04-15T22:14:44Z2018-04-17T20:03:13Z<p>DEET is very toxic to dogs. How can I use DEET-based sprays and not poison my dogs? (my dogs often lick me, and they can get poisoned)</p>
https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/56076What is the possiblity of getting rabies bitten by a street dog in Berlin?Johnhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/290552018-03-30T15:12:47Z2018-03-30T19:51:33Z<p>What is the possiblity of getting rabies bitten by a street dog in Berlin. By street dog I mean the dog of a homeless person. Is there a high chance of rabies from that. I must say that I didn't...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/52233How can I take my dog kayaking?Sasha Nicolehttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/255122016-09-07T20:45:02Z2018-03-19T21:05:30Z<p>I wonder if there are any dog crazy people like me out there who have ever tried to take their dogs kayaking or floating down the river. Has anyone seen anything created for dog-friendly kayak ...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/55849Do I still need to hang my food if I have two large dogs?Censored to protect the guiltyhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/171692018-03-03T16:36:44Z2018-03-07T16:10:11Z<p>I have two large dogs - a German Shepherd and a Presa Canario. I hike alone with my dogs in black (not grizzly) bear country. </p>
<p>Do I still need to hang my food? Or will the three of us be...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/50060Is there anything specific required for a dog first aid kit?Aravonahttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/173142015-12-17T07:49:21Z2018-03-07T04:49:40Z<p>You can go into almost any pet store in the UK, especially the big chains, and see first aid kits for your dog.</p>
<p>Is there anything specifically required for a dog first aid kit, or will a...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/55599What can I feed my dogs on a week-long hike?Censored to protect the guiltyhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/171692018-01-23T23:41:44Z2018-01-27T22:23:06Z<p>I am planning to hike for a week with two dogs. Each dog eats 4 cups of kibble a day, that's about 14 liters of kibble per week. The issue is the volume not the weight.</p>
<p>What can I feed t...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/55417How to carry a German Shepherd up and down ladders on the trail?Censored to protect the guiltyhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/171692017-12-15T16:32:58Z2017-12-19T04:02:48Z<p>I am planning to hike a section of the Bruce Trail next year with my German Shepherd. It's mostly low hills but every once in a while I run into vertical ladders.</p>
<p>How can I carry my Germ...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/49984Hydration for petsWedaPashihttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/172002015-12-10T07:25:16Z2017-12-15T04:39:29Z<p>We all know when we get dehydrated. And hence we make sure it doesn't get worst.</p>
<p>I was on a trek this weekend. A strong stray dog from a village chose to accompany me and being alone, I ...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/50286Are pets allowed to thru-hike US National Scenic Trails?Chris Mendezhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/172412016-01-15T14:39:55Z2017-12-04T21:24:24Z<p>In the US, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Scenic_Trail">National Scenic Trails</a> span many different land types (state/federal parks, forests, etc). While these all have diffe...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/55305Can a dog thru-hike 2500 miles in 6 months?Thiago Vallehttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/283042017-11-18T17:14:36Z2017-11-18T17:42:53Z<p>Recently I came across the story of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bobbie_the_Wonder_Dog" rel="noreferrer">Bobbie the Wonder dog</a> and it really got me wondering about the veracity of ...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/55072How to tie a one-piece webbing harness for dogs?Roflohttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/174412017-09-30T01:03:54Z2017-10-31T04:02:20Z<p>We have a new puppy and can't wait to take him to TGO. </p>
<p>Since he's still growing he'll grow out of any harness that fits at the moment. I'm considering tying a harness out of webbing, bu...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/54966Why does the Iditarod sled dog race use separate routes in alternating years?Sue Saddest Farewell TGO GLhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/171132017-09-09T22:33:48Z2017-10-08T04:08:21Z<p>The <a href="http://iditarod.com/" rel="nofollow noreferrer">Iditarod</a> sled dog race is a competition that takes place in Alaska, USA. Each team consists of a <a href="http://iditarod.com/res...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/54758Warning shot in bear encounter?rudibellhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/277742017-08-09T18:52:39Z2017-08-09T22:06:40Z<p>I'm wondering if anyone else has had any experiences with guns and/or bear spray in combination, instead of just carrying one over the other? How have bears reacted to warning shots?</p>
<p>We ...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/53256How to deal with dogs on public hiking trails?gaazkamhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/177982017-01-30T15:32:58Z2017-03-01T12:32:28Z<p>I occasionally try hiking or cycling, and I notoriously have to deal with the silly issue of dogs roaming freely through villages, even on public trails. Until now, never have I been threatened ...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/40986How can I prevent snow-balls building up in my dog's paws?Losthttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/174122013-03-18T22:21:47Z2016-12-19T16:54:08Z<p>Our dog loves winter sports - but after a few miles on the trails in soft snow, he often develops snowballs between his paw pads - usually one big one right in the middle.</p>
<p>Are there ways...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/52092How to rappel with a dog?Chris Mendezhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/172412016-08-24T13:43:41Z2016-08-24T16:34:39Z<p>My wife and I are planning a camping and climbing trip and we would likely need to rappel with our medium-sized (45lbs/20kg) dog. Holding the dog is obviously unacceptable, and using the dog's b...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/50047What's the purpose of dog boots?Aravonahttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/173142015-12-16T08:48:09Z2016-04-23T15:05:05Z<p>I'm not actually asking about the fashion items, the kind celebrities buy for their dogs... but actual outdoor designed dog boots. </p>
<p>What is the purpose of dog boots? Why / when would you...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/50389What to do with a wet dog while campingDynadinhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/173212016-01-26T17:49:21Z2016-01-28T06:43:51Z<p>I thought about this question a while ago and have yet to find an answer. We have a small two person tent, just enough for my wife and I, and our dog. The issue is drying said dog when it is rai...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/49982What are some heavy-duty alternatives to a long line for walking a dog on rugged terrain?Aravonahttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/173142015-12-10T06:45:04Z2015-12-16T07:14:33Z<p>Ok so we've a Shetland Sheepdog, roughly 6kg for his max weight, and he has a pretty decent harness (as in you can pick him up from it and it doesn't hurt him, choke him etc) but he only has a d...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/48988Backpacking with a dogab2 MonicaNotForgottenhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/171462015-08-12T17:17:36Z2015-09-25T07:31:56Z<p>Please note, this question covers different material than that in <a href="https://outdoors.stackexchange.com/questions/5898/camping-with-a-dog-for-the-first-time-]">Camping with a dog for the f...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/40346How do you keep your dog cool while hiking on hot sunny days?ShemSegerhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/171282015-09-23T05:46:03Z2015-09-24T12:33:41Z<p>We have a black dog, and we can't really take him out hiking in the heat and sun because he can't cool down fast enough. How do you keep your dog cool when it's hot out and you're away from wate...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/48473Do dog life jackets have the same ratings as humans?Aravonahttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/173142015-06-10T09:59:33Z2015-08-21T11:31:08Z<p>I'm looking into purchasing a dog life jacket for kayaking with our Shetland Sheepdog puppy, when he is fully grown (6months, he's currently almost 4months).</p>
<p>Ideally this will be for rou...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/48417Can hunting dogs be trained to hunt multiple animals?dudebrohttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/230302015-06-04T05:39:41Z2015-06-04T15:28:12Z<p>Basically, I am wanting my dog to retrieve birds, but also hunt rabbits and foxes. I may also want to use him to smell for blood trails from deer, elk, etc. Would this be possible, or would it j...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/45097Pack for carrying a puppyMarcus Wigerthttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/210522013-08-21T11:33:34Z2014-12-19T15:21:55Z<p>I have planned a smaller lake trip for me, my girlfriend and our two dogs(10 year Labrador, 5 month <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eurasier" rel="noreferrer">Eurasier</a>). What I didn't ...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/46859Should I bring my dog with us to a CabinRaynehttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/221102014-08-25T14:49:59Z2014-08-26T05:01:40Z<p>Recently my girlfriend and I were invited to go camping with our friends at a cabin in Flagstaff, Arizona. My buddies have already left and we're supposed to leave tomorrow to go and meet them ...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/45190Sleeping solutions when camping with dogs?Ben Crowellhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/52592013-09-09T00:32:32Z2013-09-10T20:39:36Z<p>My dog enjoys hiking. I haven't taken her on any overnight trips yet, but would like to try some summer/fall backcountry camping with her (i.e., what I think Europeans call wild camping -- not c...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/43035What is the best way to break up a fight among dogs on a sled line?Losthttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/174122012-02-25T14:47:02Z2012-03-03T02:40:36Z<p>Fights happen. Sled dogs have personalities that aren't always compatible... Is there a technique to breaking up a fight that will minimize risk of injury to both me and my dogs? </p>