Holiday Like the Pros: Ambassador Picks for 2025
From trail-tested favorites to everyday essentials, here’s what our 2025 Ambassadors recommend for holiday gifts.
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High-Visibility Dog Gear for Fall & Winter
From reflective collars, harnesses, and vests to rechargeable safety lights, here’s a list of must-have gear to keep your dog visible in low-light conditions.
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From Sun to Snow: Dog Apparel That Matches the Forecast
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.
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Trail-Tested: How Ruffwear Ambassadors Put Our Fall/Winter 2025 Gear to Work
From trails close to home to journeys far away, see how Ruffwear Ambassadors are taking our Fall/Winter ’25 gear out into the wild.
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Carrying On: How Tess & Pete Keep the Adventure Going with the Hitch Hiker™ Dog Backpack Carrier
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.
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Dog Apparel Cleaning & Repair Tips
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.
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31 Years on the Trail: Celebrating Ruffwear’s Journey
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.
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A Guide to Ruffwear's Apparel Fit
Learn about Ruffwear’s signature active fit, our three apparel styles, and how to find the right size for your partner in adventure.
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Introducing the Climate Changer™ Vest and Jacket
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.
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Ruffwear x Hipcamp: The Best Dog-Friendly Campsites for Hiking
Ruffwear and Hipcamp have teamed up to uncover the best campsites for hiking with your dog, from secluded mountain hideaways to riverside spots with endless trails.
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5 Things Your Dog Wants To Do With You This Summer
Trying an activity that's new for your pup or new for you is both a rich and deeply rewarding experience. You'll forge a stronger bond and create memories that'll make you smile long after they happen. You'll laugh a lot, splash a lot, and possibly even pick up a new hobby you'll love a lot.
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Adapting & Adventuring: The Story of Bree & Elle
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.
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Ruffwear x Hipcamp: The Best Dog-Friendly Campsites Near Water
Discover campsites with water access and wide open terrain, making them prime destinations for water-loving dogs and their humans.
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Beat the Heat With the Swamp Cooler™ Collection
Learn how your dog can stay cool, comfortable, and protected from the summer heat with Ruffwear's Swamp Cooler™ Collection.
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Behind the Design of the Hitch Hiker™ Dog Backpack Carrier
Learn how the Hitch Hiker™ delivers comfort, function, and connection for both you and your canine companion.
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Behind the Design: Color Stories
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.
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Introducing Our 2025 Ambassadors
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.
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Building New Trails with Bridger the Border Collie
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.
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Ruffwear x Hipcamp: The Best Off-Leash Campsites
Check out these amazing off-leash Hipcamps where you and your dog can roam free together.
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Canine Nonprofit Highlights: April 2025
Discover top nonprofits that cherish the unbreakable bond between dogs and humans, working to protect and improve the lives of our loyal companions.
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Riding the Current With Eddy the Rafting Dog
Eddy the lab loves rafting adventures with her humans. See how she gets after it with her Confluence™ Life Jacket.
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How We Test Our Gear
Learn more about our testing process and how it shapes the final products that your dog uses every day.
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Inside New Gear for Spring/Summer 2025
Warm-weather adventures are just around the corner — and new adventures call for new gear.
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Caring for Your Dog’s Waterproof Gear
Learn tips and tricks for lengthening gear's lifetime and keeping unnecessary waste out of landfills.
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Behind the Redesign: The New Web Master™ Harness
See the exciting 2025 updates to our first-ever harness, the Web Master™.
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What is a Traffic Leash For Dogs?
Whether you’re navigating a trailhead parking lot, training, or just needing to stick close together, a traffic leash can help keep your dog securely at your side.
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Dog-Friendly Races to Check Out in 2025
There’s nothing like getting out and putting down miles with your canine companion. Check out these dog-friendly races coming up in 2025.
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Behind the Design of the Webbing Remix™ Toys
Introducing the Webbing Remix™ Toys — two uniquely crafted toys that playfully celebrate sustainability through vibrant color combinations.
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Winter Paw Protection: Polar Trex™ Dog Boots
Winter conditions can leave paws vulnerable to the elements. The Polar Trex™ Boots give your dog freedom to keep exploring through the winter months.
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Winter Activities To Do With Your Dog
Looking for winter activities to do with your dog? From skiing to backpacking, try out these cold-weather pursuits with your canine companion.
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Pack Picks: Go-To Holiday Gifts for Every Adventure Dog
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.
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Made for the Snow: Winter Backpacking With Dogs
Winter backpacking with your dog can be a very rewarding experience. Learn how Wes, Marie, and their pup Loba prepare for the adventure.
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Boredom Busters: 5 Enrichment Toys for Your Dog
From interactive puzzle toys to psychedelic slow feeders, explore some of our enrichment toys to keep your canine engaged.
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Top Gear for Senior Dogs
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.
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Shared Adventures & A Shift in Perspective: Backcountry Skiing With Dogs
Learn how Gloria began sharing her passion for skiing with her two pups, Alberto and Shakira, turning every outing into a shared adventure.
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GO GUIDE: Holiday Your Dog's Way
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."
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Go-to Dog Gear for Rainy Days
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.
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Layering Systems: How to Layer Dog Apparel
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.
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Behind the Design of the New Coveralls
We’re stoked to introduce three new full coverage designs to our apparel collection: The Sun Shower™ Coverall, Climate Changer ™ Coverall, and Vert™ Coverall.
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Gear Up Your New Dog: The Essentials
Start off on the right paw with your new addition. We’ve rounded up our top picks for the essential gear you’ll need when adopting a new dog.
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Do Dogs Really Need Boots?
Boots not only protect paws, but they also help you and your dog go further. Let’s talk about why your dog needs boots, what to look for when shopping for paw wear, and how Ruffwear boots can help extend the adventure.
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What's the Difference Between Waterproof & Water-Resistant?
What's the difference between the "waterproof" and "water-resistant"? We put together a quick rundown of the performance you can expect from each and in which of our dog gear you'll find them.
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Does My Dog Need a Jacket?
A dog jacket can make all the difference. Let’s dive into how to know when your dog needs a jacket, the benefits of having a dog coat, and how to choose the right one for your pup.
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Ambassador Field Notes: An Archipelago Adventure With Henry & Wally
Follow along as Ruffwear Ambassadors Frida, Leo, Henry, and Wally explore the Lofoten Islands and read their best tips for hiking with dogs.
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The Second Generation Pack: A Pioneering Design Inspired by Adventure
Discover how an encounter at a festival in 1996 led founder Patrick Kruse to create Ruffwear’s second generation pack — the Palisades™ Pack.
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Ruffwear’s 2023 Impact Report Recap
Our Impact Report highlights some of the ways we're minimizing our environmental impact while making a positive contribution to the world. Here are the top takeaways from the 2023 report.
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The Bowl That Started it All: The History of The Quencher™
This is the story of the Quencher™ Bowl — the original collapsible food and water bowl for dogs. Discover what sparked the idea and how it catapulted Ruffwear into the beloved outdoor dog gear brand it is today.
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Ambassador Field Notes: Camping and Hiking on the Isle of Mull
Ruffwear Ambassador Siobhan is passionate about exploring the beautiful country of Scotland. She gives us a day-by-day breakdown of her hiking trip on the Isle of Mull with her two pups, Roshe and Lunar.
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A Harness for Houdini Dogs: The History of the Web Master™
The Web Master™ Harness traces its roots back to 1996. Discover how it marked Ruffwear’s foray into the harness category and why it remains a cornerstone of the collection today.
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The History of the First Ruffwear Dog Boots
As we celebrate our 30th anniversary, we're taking a look back at Ruffwear’s history of innovation and performance, starting with the first pair of boots created in 1995.
