Ah, October! What a wonderful month. Cool temperatures, no more pesty bugs, and the beautiful colors of Fall make October an optimal time for hiking and other outdoor activities. For you dog owners, this also means some outdoor fun and adventure with your canine friend. Dogs are much more active because they can play more without overheating. With that in mind, I've compiled a list of products that I hope will inspire you to get outdoors and active with your dog!
WalkyDog® Bike Leash: Fall is a wonderful time to bike. The crisp air makes biking to work, on the trails, or just around the neighborhood delightful. However for most pet owners, that means leaving home their dog. Not necessarily! If your dog is up for the exercise, the WalkyDog® Bike leash is a fantastic product you both will enjoy. WalkyDog® is a hands free, easy to install, sturdy "arm" that extends from the post of your bike seat to hold an attached leash. Imagine your dog able to run along side you biking, a great way to burn his energy without burning yours walking. It installs in minutes, with a simple universal clamp -- does NOT damage/modify your bike and removes quickly via a patented quick release system. The attached leash removes for convenience to use as a normal leash. WalkyDog® also features internal springs which absorb shock should your dog suddenly pull - a safety feature that helps you keep your balance. Although safe for all dogs, it is not recommended to use with small dogs or ones that walks erratically -- for his and your safety. WalkyDog® is available from various online websites. $49.95
Ruffwear® Lunker: An all-purpose toy! Lunker is a practically indestructible toy made of high strength water resistant polyester, with a foam core. Not only do these 100% recycled materials make it very strong and easy to wash, but also floatable. The long rope handle prevents having to pick up a slobbery toy, and makes flinging it long distances a breeze. Campfire orange for easy visibility and available in two sizes. $19.95
Nite Ize® MeteorLight K-9 LED ball: As we head into Fall, the days get shorter. Many dogs (like my own) love playing fetch in the backyard, but as it gets dark sooner, it can be hard, if not impossible to see the ball. Your dog struggles to find the ball, and usually it gets lost. No more will that be a problem with MeteorLight! MeteorLight is a light up LED ball, made of durable clear rubber. Roughly the size of a regular tennis ball, its bright LED's glow from the inside, making it easy for your dog to see. Water resistant, floats, and will not turn off even if being played with hard. Runs on a easily replaceable (included) long lasting 3v battery. Available in red, blue, green, or disco. $12.99
KONG® Chase-It: Sure to exercise your dog! It may seem boring, but the reviews and experience of my own don't lie - dogs really love this toy! Chase-It consists of a 48" durable flexible rod, with an attached rope and removable plush toy. Using the Chase-It as a lure, simply move the stick in the desired motion creating a game of keep away, zigging and zagging just out of your dogs reach! My dog as a puppy loved playing this, and it was a quick way to burn his energy. The included plush animal is removable so you can replace it with your dogs favorite toy, or a marker making it useful for agility training. Very strong, breaks down for storage, and sure to get lots of use. $13.99
That's all for this month! As always, thanks for reading and I hope you and your dog have an enjoyable (and active!) Fall.
