Last week, Hurricane Helene came ashore along the Florida Panhandle and then left a path of devastation across multiple states, with some of the worst damage in western North Carolina. Orvis has deep ties to the Southeast, and our hearts are with . . .
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The Orvis Dog Blog features informative posts on wide-ranging topics, including canine health, behavior and training, and the products your dog needs. Learn more about the Orvis-Morris Animal Foundation Canine Cancer Campaign, and our work supporting Petfinder Foundation’s dog rescue efforts.
Dog Safety During Hunting Season
If you enjoy hiking with your dog and live in an area with seasonal hunting, hitting the trails takes an extra measure of prep and precaution. It is possible to safely walk your dog during hunting season, but doing so requires the understanding that you’re sharing the great outdoors and an awareness of how hunters engage in their sport. Before you consider walking your dogs in or near woods, fields, and wetlands during hunting season, you should be confident in your dog’s training, outfit your dog and yourself in brightly colored vests, and know when and where it’s safe to walk.
Read MoreTop 10 Tips for Traveling With Your Dog by Car
Whether you’re road tripping for the weekend or journeying cross country with your dog, these top 10 tips for traveling with your dog will help you prep for four-wheeled adventures with your four-legged friend. . . .
Read MoreWhat to Put in Your Puppy’s Crate at Night
You love your new puppy, and want her to feel happy and secure in her new human family. But hang on a second before you pile her crate full of cute toys and a velvety soft bed. How safe are her toys and bedding? You can’t watch her all night long, . . .
Read MoreOrvis-Backed Golden Retriever Lifetime Study Celebrates 12 Years
Orvis is incredibly proud to celebrate this anniversary with the Morris Animal Foundation in connection with its groundbreaking Golden Retriever Lifetime Study. This pioneering project, launched in June 2012, aims to address a significant gap in . . .
Read More5 Tips for Becoming a Better Dog Walker
Walking your dog offers several benefits: It provides physical and mental stimulation, gives your dog chances to socialize, and provides many training opportunities. Walking your dog on a regular schedule provides an . . .
Read MorePro Tips: How To Prepare For a Hike With Your Dog
Any seasoned hiker who routinely hits the trail with a dog knows that having their beloved canine companion along for the adventure elevates the experience. Enjoying the reward of stunning vistas during a long hike takes on an added measure of . . .
Read MoreDog-Training Tips: Motivators and Reinforcement
Training your dog at home is a wonderful bonding experience—especially if you are willing to be consistent and put in the work—but there are a few nuances about dog behavior and learning theory you need to understand in order to work with your dog . . .
Read MoreAnnouncing the Latest Orvis Cover Dog Contest Winners!
It’s time again to announce our Orvis Cover Dog Contest winners, who will appear on our 2024 Fall and Winter Dog Books. These photos were chosen from among more than 6,000 entries this contest season, resulting in some amazing covers. We also . . .
Read MoreThe Best Way To Find A Lost Dog
Teddy Blue and Maggie
Photo courtesy of Deb German
Photo courtesy of Deb German
The single best way to find your lost dog is to outfit her in a personalized dog collar, embroidered or engraved with your phone number, before she goes missing. The reason is simple: the person who finds her is most likely to check her collar or tags first, and call the number on them before making ‘found dog’ posters or fliers, or dropping her at the local animal shelter. That one phone call will lead a good Samaritan instead directly to you, and hopefully your pal will be back in your arms again in short order. A redundant system is better still—adding ID hang tags to your dog’s collar and having her microchipped are smart backups.
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