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There’s camping – and then there’s camping with your dog by your side. Their presence alone elevates every little moment. Their curiosity is contagious, their zeal inspiring. With a bit of preparation and the right gear, you’ll be en route to a good time camping with your dog.
Packing ideas and techniques to help you and your dog focus on enjoying every moment of backpacking together.
Go on a journey with Ruffwear photographer Alex and his current dog Raya as they pay homage to Alex's first pup, Reptar, backpacking on Mt. Hood.
Learn from Ruffwear Pack Members as they share their tips on how to make your next backpacking trip with your dog the best one yet.
Learn from Ruffwear founder, Patrick Kruse, as he shares his the journey behind the evolution of our dog pack collection.
With the early spring thaw comes mud season. Gear up for it, with these accessories and apparel made to minimize the mess.
Embrace longer days and bold adventures with our three new spring collections. Durable gear designed for trail runs and exploring with your dog. Explore now!
Creating the Ridgeline™ Shoe was a learning endeavor that required us to balance opposing forces without sacrificing ground sensitivity.
The Ridgeline™ Harness was made specifically for bold expeditions and off-trail navigation, built to support your dog in the trickiest scenarios.
We designed this collection to disappear into the background, allowing your dog to move naturally and achieve new heights — without the distraction of stiff, bulky gear.
For those winter days when cabin fever seems to be setting in, Ruffwear Ambassadors Chris Hill and Sammy (the one with the paws) share their tips for keeping the stoke high.
Straightforward, no-bones-about-it advice on winter dog gear, all from our trusted employees, the Ruffwear Pack.
There is nothing quite like watching your best friend bounding through fresh snow beside you, or the thrill of being pulled along on Nordic skis by a happy hound. Ruffwear Ambassador & Veterinarian Bronwyn Fullagar offers a few safety considerations for powder hounds, so that you can have a howling good time without having to end the day at the veterinary clinic!
Supporting working dogs and their human partners has always been deeply ingrained in the spirit of Ruffwear.
Discover how the Mt. EverRest™ Dog Cot and Cover work together to deliver comfort, protection from the elements, and extra warmth wherever you and your dog roam.
From trail-tested favorites to everyday essentials, here’s what our 2025 Ambassadors recommend for holiday gifts.
In this guide, we’ll walk through top picks from Ruffwear’s lineup keyed to different weather conditions so you can venture out with confidence.
From trails close to home to journeys far away, see how Ruffwear Ambassadors are taking our Fall/Winter ’25 gear out into the wild.
Discover Tess and Pete's one-of-a-kind bond and how they're using the Hitch Hiker™ Dog Backpack Carrier to log more miles together.
With the right cleaning routine and a few simple repair tricks, you can keep your pup’s apparel lasting longer, performing better, and always ready for what’s next.
Get an inside look at where Ruffwear started, how our gear has evolved over the past 31 years, and where the trail is taking us next.
Learn about Ruffwear’s signature active fit, our three apparel styles, and how to find the right size for your partner in adventure.
Ruffwear’s new Climate Changer™ Vest and Jacket are built to adapt to any climate, perfect for when your dog needs warmth that moves, breathes, and flexes with the forecast.
These campsites are perfect for dogs and humans who love to hike, bike, and run together, offering access to stunning trails and plenty of room to roam.
Summer opens the door to endless possibilities for adventure and connection with your dog. Here are five activities to try together this season.
After a life-changing diagnosis, Bree and Elle found a new way forward together — thanks to a wheelchair, some trail-tested gear, and a lot of love.
These five spots from Hipcamp and Ruffwear offer lakes, brooks, and coastal access, perfect for dogs who love to paddle, splash, and play.
Learn how your dog can stay cool, comfortable, and protected from the summer heat with Ruffwear's Swamp Cooler™ Collection.
Learn how the Hitch Hiker™ delivers comfort, function, and connection for both you and your canine companion.
From soft earth tones to vivid bursts of color, the landscapes we explore with our dogs shape the hues of Ruffwear gear. Here’s a look at the inspiration behind some of the colorways in our line.
Meet our 2025 ambassador team: elite athletes, explorers, everyday adventurers, and mental well-being advocates who embody the many ways people connect with their dogs outdoors.
Bridger, like any good dog living a life in mountain towns, finds no greater joy than being outside on a trail. Discover how he also creates them for others to enjoy too, here.
Check out these amazing camping options where you and your dog can roam free together.
Discover top nonprofits that cherish the unbreakable bond between dogs and humans, working to protect and improve the lives of our loyal companions.
Eddy the lab loves rafting adventures with her humans. See how she gets after it with her Confluence™ Life Jacket.
Learn more about our testing process and how it shapes the final products that your dog uses every day.
Warm-weather adventures are just around the corner — and new adventures call for new gear.
Learn tips and tricks for lengthening gear's lifetime and keeping unnecessary waste out of landfills.
See the exciting 2025 updates to our first-ever harness, the Web Master™.
Whether you’re navigating a trailhead parking lot, training, or just needing to stick close together, a traffic lead can help keep your dog securely at your side.
Winter conditions can leave paws vulnerable to the elements. The Polar Trex™ Boots give your dog freedom to keep exploring through the winter months.
Looking for winter activities to do with your dog? From skiing to backpacking, try out these cold-weather pursuits with your canine companion.
The holidays are all about giving back, so why not give back to the one who gives you so much? We surveyed the Pack and rounded up their top picks for holiday gifts.
Winter backpacking with your dog can be a very rewarding experience. Learn how Wes, Marie, and their pup Loba prepare for the adventure.
From interactive puzzle toys to psychedelic slow feeders, explore some of our enrichment toys to keep your canine engaged.
We have a few extra experienced pups as part of our Pack, and we chatted with their humans to get the lowdown on what senior dog gear they dig most.
Learn how Gloria began sharing her passion for skiing with her two pups, Alberto and Shakira, turning every outing into a shared adventure.
Anyone else struggling to keep up with the “go, go, go” pace of the holidays? As explorers, we believe the beauty of “Go…” is in the freedom to choose how we'll finish the sentence. So out with the holiday gift guide, and in with the Holiday Go Guide – a list of ways we’re replacing "Go get" and "Go shop" with "Go outside."
Don’t let rain put a damper on your adventures. Here are six pieces of gear to have at the ready if there’s rain in the forecast.
Whether you're hiking in the mountains or exploring a local park, prepare your pup for any condition with the right layers. Here's how to layer dog apparel.
