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Our Visit to the Pine Trailhead: Highline Trail via the Arizona Trail

April 10, 2016 By Amanda 1 Comment

I’m not in the best shape. Looking at me, you may think otherwise, but I’m definitely out of shape. Let’s just say I need to do more cardio, but right now I’m limited due to some issues with my right hip. Anyways, I’ve been telling Matt that I want to spend more time exploring our beautiful state because nature bring us both so much serenity. After asking some of my friends for suggestions, Matt and I took the three dogs to the Pine Trailhead in Pine, AZ. It was easy, quick and perfect.

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The Dog Friendly Monument Peak Loop Trail in Payson, AZ

January 31, 2016 By Amanda 4 Comments

So, let’s recap. January has been flippin’ nuts. My brother came home on leave from the Army, Matt and I got engaged, we booked our wedding venue, I attended the bridal expo and bought my dress, I had some dental work done, we bought a new SUV and I announced my BlogPaws Ambassador & Speaker news. After an insanely crazy last week of January, I decided I deserved a day of fun! Since Matt and I just bought a brand new Subaru Forester, we decided to head up north to Payson, AZ for a day of hiking with the pups! Our destination: Monument Peak Loop Trail.

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Protecting Your Dog from the Demons of the Desert

January 20, 2016 By Amanda 12 Comments

Desert living is unlike anything else in the country. It’s hot, dry and full of critters that don’t typically hang out in a majority of the US. Many people will be traveling with their pets for BlogPaws 2016 in Phoenix, AZ so it’s important to know what could be lurking around the desert landscape. Here are some tips for protecting your dog from the demons in the desert!

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Dog Friendly Tourist Attractions in Arizona

January 8, 2016 By Amanda 6 Comments

Traveling to Arizona?! Well you’re in luck because this very diverse state is extremely dog friendly. Whether you’re up north in Sedona, cruising the Phoenix valley or scouring the south near Tucson, there is a fun dog friendly attraction you can enjoy almost anywhere!

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Wordless Wednesday: Our Hike Through the Wind Cave Trail

February 25, 2015 By Amanda Yantos 42 Comments

Yesterday, Wynston and I went hiking at Usery Mountain Regional Park with my friend Katie and her dogs Chipper and Quinci. It was a brisk morning, especially as we got higher up in the mountain and the wind picked up – hence the name Wind Cave Trail I suppose! It was a 3.2 mile hike round trip through narrow paths and massive boulders. It’s definitely not a path for humans or dogs who may struggle with basic physical fitness. Wynston absolutely loved it. He jumped from boulder to boulder like it was no big deal. Enjoy the photos!

Chipper, Wynston and Quinci at the beginning of our hike!

Me and my son overlooking the beautiful valley.

20150224_091338 — Travel at your own risk beyond this point! We made it to the top!

Wynston and Qunici. — Wynston and Qunici!

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