Dog Friendly Trails
Dog friendly hiking trails for you to explore!
Dog Mom Mission Accomplished
I have to admit I initially agreed with Grandma that Mom was way out of her comfort zone with her latest mission. Mom’s two cousins are each expecting babies, which has her very excited. To welcome these little ones, Mom wanted to buy them gifts. However, Grandma was a bit worried that Mom was out […]
Ship Harbor Trail, Southwest Harbor, ME
Ship Harbor Trail, part of Acadia National Park, is an easy dog friendly hike in Southwest Harbor, Maine. This 1.3 miles figure-eight loop located on the “quiet side” of Acadia, skirts the rocky coastline and winds its way through forest. The first loop is an easy hike on a gravel surface, perfect for paws not […]
Plead the Fifth
Chuck Billy: Way to go, brother. Asa: Oh you’re not blaming this one on me! You’re equally to blame! Chuck Billy: Me? Oh no, this was all your idea! Asa: But you started it! Chuck Billy: Whatever. You finished it, alright. Asa: So now what are you going to do about it? Chuck Billy: Me?! […]
Thank You K9 Veterans
In honor of Veterans Day, we thank the retired Military Working Dogs for your bravery and loyalty in protecting our country and the men and women who served beside you. Since 1942 it is estimated that over 30,000 dogs have served our country, with approximately 2,500 Military Working Dogs on active duty today. In their roles […]
Helping Paws for Veterans
This Veterans Day, November 11, 2017, thank our service men and women by supporting these Dogs for Veterans programs. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) affects one in five combat veterans and not only contributes to more than 22 suicides per day in this population, but prevents many of them from leading successful civilian lives. Medical studies […]
Snug as a Bug
Well, my friends, I’m happy to say my Honey Bees had a very successful summer, and we are headed into the winter with four strong hives! Now it is time to bid a fond farewell until next spring, while they settle in for the winter in their warm hives. Unlike snow birds who fly south […]
King Philip’s Hill, Northfield, MA
Hike through history on a dog friendly walk at King Philip’s Hill, in Northfield, MA. During the winter of 1675/6 the Wampanoag chief, Metacomet, called “King Philip” by the colonists, used this bluff overlooking the Connecticut River for his encampment during King Philip’s War. Today the remnants of the trenches and bank fortifications are still […]
Self-Righteous Indignation
Mom is being a drama queen. Just because her tummy doesn’t feel well, that’s no excuse to lounge around in bed all day and neglect me. She certainly could learn a lot by following my example. I vomit, Asa eats it, and we’re all good to go for the next adventure! But nope, Mom is […]
Stop, Hey, What’s that Sound
Autumn in New England is a great time to go hiking. However, it is important to remember that the majority of the Dog friendly trails reviewed here by Living with a Golden also allow hunting. By taking safety precautions, being aware of your surroundings, giving the hunters their space, and remembering your hiking etiquette, you and […]
Pet First Aid Class for POM Project
We at Living with a Golden strongly believe that knowing the basics of Pet First Aid and CPR is important for all dog owners. On Sunday, November 5, 2017, a class on Red Cross Cat and Dog First Aid and CPR will be hosted at York Bark and Play, with Bobby Silcott of the Maine […]