Please carefully consider and respect your dog's physical limits when planning hikes. No Dogs on the Rocks - Please leave your dog at home when rock climbing. Your dog may attempt to follow you onto the rocks. Dogs have suffered injuries and have even been killed trying to get to their owners. Removal of the endless array of prickly seed heads and burrs is a necessary task.
Some seeds can literally burrow into the dog's skin, causing abscesses and expensive vet bills.
Ears are particularly important to check carefully. Also check for ticks which may have attached themselves to you or your pet, especially in spring. The Humane Society of Boulder Valley offers a wide range of dog training and obedience classes. Any comments or suggestions about these pages should be sent to Dave Sutherland .