Long-Distance Hiking with Dogs: Preparation, Gear and Essential Rules

Let’s be honest right away. Long-distance hiking with a dog can be incredible… or a total mess if it’s badly prepared. I’ve seen both. Happy dogs trotting for hours, tongue out, eyes shining. And others, limping after 10 km, clearly wondering why they even left the car. So yes, dogs and long hikes can absolutely work, but not just any dog, not any trail, and definitely not without prep. If you’re wondering “can my dog handle a full-day hike, or even several days ?”, you’re asking the right question.

My cat meows at night: why it happens and how to stop it without stress

You’re finally in bed. Lights off. The house is quiet. And then… meow. Loud. Insistent. Again. If you’re here, chances are your cat has turned into a nocturnal opera singer, and honestly, you’re tired. Like, really tired. The good news ? Night-time meowing is common, and most of the time, it’s explainable. Even better : you can act on it without freaking your cat out or turning your evenings into a battle.

Going away for the weekend with your dog: what you really need to know

Going away for a weekend with your dog sounds simple. Toss a bag in the car, grab the leash, and off you go. In reality ? It’s often a mix of great moments, small stress spikes, and “ah, I should have thought of that” situations. If you’ve ever arrived at a cabin at 11 p.m. realizing you forgot the dog bowl… yeah, you know the feeling. The goal here is simple : help you enjoy the trip, not survive it.

Why Does My Dog Stare at Me? (And What Their Look Really Means)

Let’s be honest : if you live with a dog, you’ve already felt that little pressure on your shoulder… that look. The long, silent stare while you’re making coffee, tying your shoes, or-my favorite-trying to eat a sandwich in peace. And you’ve probably asked yourself : “Why on earth is my dog staring at me like that ?”

Good news : dogs don’t stare to freak us out. Their eyes are basically their second language. And when you décod that look (sometimes intense, sometimes soft like melted chocolate), you start understanding what’s happening in their head. Read More