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This is my story. Here, I share how discovering my freedom on the road with my dogs changed my life. You'll find a mix of personal blog posts and adventure dog resources. Read what calls to you, use what helps you on your journey, and thank you for visiting.

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Danielle

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How To Build Your Dog's Confidence in New Situations

Danielle Lindblom

Dec 3, 2019
3 min

How To Build Your Dog's Confidence in New Situations

This post was originally written for Sidewalk Dog Media. I also published it on my dog training website, High Spirits Dog Training. Originally written March 17, 2017. Still my writing, still relevant, still useful! Is your pup a little unsure in new situations? Want to remind your dog of his inner strength and super powers? Just looking for a way to connect more with your four-legged pal? Here are some tips to build your dog’s confidence – and his trust in you! Let Them Explo

Working Breed Dogs Have a More Difficult Time in the Adolescent Fear Period

Danielle Lindblom

Nov 22, 2019
7 min

Working Breed Dogs Have a More Difficult Time in the Adolescent Fear Period

Originally published on my dog training website, High Spirits Dog Training. Still my writing, still my thoughts, still useful! Brace yourselves, folks. This is going to be a LONG post, but that's because it is SO. FREAKING. IMPORTANT. If you have a working breed dog, this is critical reading. German Shepherds, Herding dogs, Hunting dogs, any kind of dog that was bred for a purpose of working with humans in partnership to perform a task. What I'm going to talk about in this po

Take No Pictures, Capture the Magic

Danielle Lindblom

Oct 11, 2017
2 min

Take No Pictures, Capture the Magic

While in Colorado, I hiked an incredible trail in Arapaho National Forest. Rather than writing a trail guide, though, this post is about the experience. Something I myself often forget. I did something different, and I encourage you to follow suite on your next adventure. I woke up with the sun (and the Border Collies) and basked in the early morning hush that draped the campground. The air was crisp and the day full of possibilities. I had one thing on the agenda, though, an

7 Must Have Travel Apps for Your Next Adventure

Danielle Lindblom

Jun 19, 2017
3 min

7 Must Have Travel Apps for Your Next Adventure

I just returned from my second ever epic mountain camping road trip. There were a few new apps on my phone this time around that made a huge difference in my travels. Download these before your next trip, and it could change everything! 1. Free campsites You wouldn't believe how many free campsites are out there! This was a great resource because of the detailed reviews from users. It actually helped me avoid a few. Really easy to use on the fly, this should definitely be on

Gear Review - Stunt Puppy Everyday Leash

Danielle Lindblom

Jun 11, 2017
6 min

Gear Review - Stunt Puppy Everyday Leash

I just put my new leashes from Stunt Puppy to the test by bringing them on my road trip to Colorado. Though they have only 1 week in use, I'm sad to say there are several flaws. Many positives, too! I'll spell it all out below. After much research and popular feedback (read the full discussion here), I decided on the Stunt Puppy Everyday Leash. I wanted a versatile leash that would work well for hiking, camping, and traveling. Something that would feel good in my hand and be

Ultralight Roadtrip Fare - No Cooler, No Campfire

Danielle Lindblom

Jun 4, 2017
3 min

Ultralight Roadtrip Fare - No Cooler, No Campfire

I'm gearing up for my second week-long roadtrip into the mountains, and I'll be going without a cooler! Yes, it's true. I'm a no muss, no fuss kind of traveler, and I don't like to waste time or get dragged down by hassle. So, I thought I'd share my tips and even my entire list of provisions for this trip with y'all. Read about my epic roadtrip to Glacier National Park and Going-to-the-Sun Road! It's what prompted me to start this blog in the first place. Alright, onto FOOD.

Adventures in "Car Camping"

Danielle Lindblom

Apr 28, 2017
3 min

Adventures in "Car Camping"

Yay! Ok, here we go. I actually went on this trip about 3 weeks ago, but I'm only now getting around to writing this. Little thing called moving happened. If you're on Instagram and have a well-developed sense of wanderlust, you've likely run across hundreds of images of adventurous nomads in their tricked out vans, SUVs, or even buses facing scenic vistas with twinkly lights strung up overhead. Commonly referred to as #vanlife, I was captured hook, line, and sinker by these

Frustration Tolerance - What To Do When Your Dog Loses His S**t

Danielle Lindblom

Feb 23, 2017
5 min

Frustration Tolerance - What To Do When Your Dog Loses His S**t

What a juicy topic! Since I’m the weirdo that loves working with obstinate, unruly, completely rowdy puppies and canine “teenagers,” I’ve learned some great methods over the years of managing “crazy” and teaching dogs how to self-regulate. In other words, I like the challenge of going from up-your-nose to settles-on-his-own. And today, I’m happy to share some of these tidbits with you. What It Looks Like First of all, what does it look like when your dog “loses his s**t?” In

The One Thing I Wish Everyone Knew

Danielle Lindblom

Feb 15, 2017
4 min

The One Thing I Wish Everyone Knew

Photo Credit: KaityJo Photography I'm not sure if you can feel the love coming through the picture above. River was 10 weeks old here, only having lived with me for two weeks. My brand new, magical rainbow unicorn puppy had just arrived, and we were forming our bond. In this picture, she is reaching her little tiny snoot (nose) up towards my hand, and I am gently caressing her between the eyes. She wanted nothing more than to be near to me, all the time, and I'm happy to say

Hiking With a Fearful / Reactive Dog - From Mother of Rescues

Jan 29, 2017
5 min

Hiking With a Fearful / Reactive Dog - From Mother of Rescues

I have the pleasure of introducing Luna C. Lupus from the blog Mother of Rescues on today's guest blog post. Luna lives in Slovenia! She writes about her experiences with challenging rescues, and her blog is a source of emotional support for those living with reactive dogs. Here is her article: ----------------------------- Hiking together with your four legged best friend has got to be one of the most gratifying experiences. Your dog has the opportunity to run and explore an

10 Tips for Adventuring on a Budget (with your dog!)

Danielle Lindblom

Jan 21, 2017
4 min

10 Tips for Adventuring on a Budget (with your dog!)

For the most part, adventuring in nature is FREE! You can find open air, green grass, and hiking trails almost anywhere. Yet, there seem to be a lot of accessories and extras and bonuses that make adventuring, especially travel, cost more than a pretty penny. I'm a minimalist and also nearly debt-free; I have not used credit cards in two years and pay for everything with real money and savings. Suffice it to say, I'm pretty mindful about where I spend my money. I've put toget

Me + Mica. Or "Almost Solo Travel."

Danielle Lindblom

Jan 12, 2017
3 min

Me + Mica. Or "Almost Solo Travel."

I’m a wanderer, an adventurer, and a lone wolf. As an introvert, I find peace and solace in the silence of nature, in the aloneness of the wilderness. It fills up my internal well and brings me contentment. I do a lot of solo travel, and it’s thrilling, comfortable, and fulfilling for me, but for others it can be very scary to consider traveling without company. This article should inspire you to take to the road, to the trail, or to nature and experience adventure by yoursel

Adventuring With Puppies: A Guide

Danielle Lindblom

Jan 10, 2017
4 min

Adventuring With Puppies: A Guide

I'm pretty sure that River was born an adventure dog. She was experiencing stimulation and experiences before she ever came to live with me. Her first big adventure was flying on an AIRPLANE with me! Pretty big adventure for an 8-week old puppy! She was a trooper, though, and had a calm, stress-free trip. You can absolutely take your puppy with you on your adventures, but there are some critical things you must consider to avoid stress and injury. Here are some adventures pup

Camping With Dogs: Parks vs Forests

Danielle Lindblom

Dec 31, 2016
2 min

Camping With Dogs: Parks vs Forests

State/National FORESTS versus State/National PARKS Have dog will camp? If that’s you, then you’ll want to prick up your ears for this article. Getting outside and camping with my dogs is one of my favorite things to do. I’ve discovered some key differences between camping at state parks versus state forests, though, and I think you’ll be keen to hear about them. I have now camped at one of each of these categories: state park, state forest, national park, national forest. In

First Aid Kit for Dogs: Whacha Need

Danielle Lindblom

Dec 22, 2016
3 min

First Aid Kit for Dogs: Whacha Need

Exploring the great outdoors with your dog can be wonderful and exciting, but it can also sometimes be dangerous. Be prepared by keeping a first aid kit for your dog in your car. Backpacking or camping? Bring a mini-kit with you on the adventure. Here's a sampling of what I keep in my first aid kit for the adventure dogs. What else do you use? Have you had to use it? Add your thoughts to the comments below. Everything in red is what you should have on your person on the trail

Hiking With Dogs: Tips & Trail Etiquette

Uh Oh! What to Do When You're In Over Your Head on the Trail

Danielle Lindblom

Dec 17, 2016
4 min

Uh Oh! What to Do When You're In Over Your Head on the Trail

I was talking with a friend one night, and she told me about a rough experience she had on an unfamiliar trail. She and her two dogs decided to explore a new park and headed out on a popular trail. Thinking it would be challenging but doable, they trekked onward until all of a sudden they were stuck. She and her dogs found themselves in the middle of a field of sharp rocks. The trail was unclear, there were no other hikers around, and her dogs were becoming distressed. Safety

A Click Away Training Explains Off Leash Dog Encounters

Emily Lewis - A Click Away Training

Nov 15, 2016
4 min

A Click Away Training Explains Off Leash Dog Encounters

I'm thrilled to welcome my good friend Emily Lewis from A Click Away Training and her guest blog post about what to do when encountering an off leash dog on the trail. Emily is a exceptional dog trainer with years of experience helping humans connect with their four-legged friends. Visit A Click Away Training to learn more about her dog training business in Vermont and to get great training tips from her blog! Picture this. You're walking along a peaceful trail with your dogs

12 Tips From My First Backpacking Adventure

Danielle Lindblom

Nov 10, 2016
7 min

12 Tips From My First Backpacking Adventure

I had about as much fun preparing for my first backpacking adventure as I did actually going on the trip! There was a lot of research, packing, and planning that had to happen before I actually set out, though. Learn from my trials and tribulations by reading up on the tips below so that YOUR first backpacking adventure is smooth and full of fun. Have other tips to share? Leave me a comment at the end of the post! I'd love to hear how your adventure turned out. Note: This ar

2 Truths & 1 Lie About Trail Etiquette - Hiking with Dogs

Danielle Lindblom

Oct 30, 2016
2 min

2 Truths & 1 Lie About Trail Etiquette - Hiking with Dogs

There are a lot of unwritten rules when it comes to hitting the trail with your pup. Check out these two truths and a lie about trail etiquette and see which ones you knew! 1. The proper way to pass other hikers with dogs is to keep dogs on the outside. TRUTH. Keeping a short leash and having your dog on the outside of the trail helps keep stress levels low for both the dogs and the people in a pass by situation. It is much less likely for the dogs to want to greet each othe

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