Dog Mountain - St Johnsbury, Vermont

Vermont is so incredibly cool.  It's hard to describe, really. If you spent any time in Burlington, you get that vibe from this amazing little city filled with breweries and cobblestone streets, bike lanes and that beautiful lake.  If you prefer the mountain, you have those special spots like Kingdom Trails, miles of mountain biking through Vermont's northeast kingdom.  You have ski areas and long-distance hiking trails,  sweet little towns and famous mountains.  You can find awesome food and some really really good beer.  You can sleep in yurts, snooze in cabins, toss around in tents, bike gravel roads, walk along recreation paths.  You have this amazing variety of recreation and relaxation in Vermont.  

And then, you have places like Dog Mountain. 

Dog Mountain is the most amazing spot you never heard about.  I spent (most of) my life as a die-hard New Englander.  After my time in Utah, I spent my time in New England dedicated to exploring the nook and crannies of these six states.  It wasn't until my trip to Kingdom Trails this year that I heard about this amazing spot called Dog Mountain.  I was dropping Olive off at a dog sitters for the day while I biked the trails.  The dog sitter asked if she could take Olive to someplace called Dog Mountain.  After a quick google search, I was instantly jealous of my dog and her plans for the day.  So jealous, I just had to go myself. 

Running with your dog- Must Haves!

So maybe your New Years Resolution is to get in shape. 

Or maybe it is to better train your dog or start running with fido.  

If you are considering running with your dog in 2015, I have some awesome products to share that will make your life (and your pooches!) a lot easier on the run! 

These are products I use and love every time I take Olive for a run.   Running with Olive turns any run into a much more enjoyable experience.  Having the company, a good pacer, and a tired dog after is hard to beat ;) 

Gentle Leader Harness

 Purchase on Amazon ($14.19)

This harness has a nice simple non intrusive design, that controls your dog from the chest instead of a clip on the back.  This works really well for dogs that pull and drag on the leash and is a great aid for running with your dog.

Remington Reflective Safety Vest

 Purchase on Amazon ($14.32)

If you are running on the roads, running at night, or running in the woods during hunting season, then this vest is a must.  Neon orange and reflective striping makes sure your pooch (and you) are seen! 

Adjustable Leash for Hands-Free Running 

Purchase on Amazon ($29.95)

There is nothing worst than having your dog yank your arm out during your entire run.  And let's face is, holding on to a leash for ten miles is no fun.  This hand strap has an adjustable strap that turns the wrist sized loop into a waist belt/hands free running device.  The clip is also great if you ever need to tie your dog outside for a second while you run into a store or somewhere fido cannot go.  The clip on the other end is also durable and high quality so no one gets lose on the run ;) 

Mushers Secret "Invisible Dog Boots"

 Purchase on Amazon  ($11.25)

This is really important to protect paws from hot pavement in the summer or de-icer on the winter roads.  Booties are a nice option but many dogs hate wearing booties.  Mushers secret is an easy cheap alternative.


Come back and tell me how much you loved these products- I promise you will.