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How to tell when your dog is ready for a long hike?
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How to tell when your dog is ready for a long hike?

*First, is it grown? Puppies or yearlings have no place on a long hike.
*Have you hiked with it a lot, including being out for several weeks at a time?

Just because your dog enjoys day hikes or weekend excursions does not mean it's ready for a thru-hike.
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Hiking with a dog considerations

Hiking With a Dog Considerations
1. Type of relationship you have with your dog
2. Breed of dog
3. Will the dog carry a pack
4. Dog boots
5. Is the dog fully socialized
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