IdaHound Adventures LLC

08/26/2024

🐾 Ready for adventure? Discover how IdaHound Adventures LLC can turn your pup's hikes into epic journeys!

Read here: https://pawspitalanimalhospital.com/blog/send-your-dog-on-epic-hikes-with-idahound-adventure-dogs

08/14/2024

Happy birthday Walter! We love you and we're so glad we got to spend your birthday with you! ❤️

07/31/2024

Pictures from our Tuesday Adventure. The pack loved the cooler temps and the new trail this morning and enjoyed every second of the brief rain and then plentiful sunshine as they zoomed around the trails! Here's to the good days! ❤️

07/27/2024

Let's Talk About Cheatgrass

What is it: Cheatgrass is an invasive plant in Idaho that was introduced around the 1800s. It is now one of the most significant invasive w**ds in the Treasure Valley. Grass awns from cheatgrass and foxtails can attach to dogs' fur as they are running or walking in the grass and the sharp barbs can become lodged in the skin, or even the ears, nose, throat, or other parts of the body and can lead to inflammation, infection, and pain.

Signs of cheatgrass embedment in dogs include: Excessive shaking of the head or sneezing. Swelling, discharge, limping. Excessive licking, chewing, or pawing.

What we do: Unfortunately there is no way to avoid cheatgrass and foxtails while hiking in our beautiful Treasure Valley, especially for pups that like to blaze their own trails instead of staying on the established path. This w**d is everywhere and has become as much a part of our landscape as sage and coniferous trees. Especially in the summer months when the heat limits our trail choices to those near water, avoiding this pesky w**d is next to impossible. We make sure at the end of each Adventure to check our hikers feet, noses, and ears for cheatgrass awns and if we notice that a pup has awns stuck to their fur, we do our best to brush them out.

What can you do: There are products available on the market like OutFox pet shields that essentially act as a screen to protect your dog's face and ears from awns. Jumbo cotton balls placed in the ears can help to keep awns from penetrating the ear canal. We recommend a good brush out after every hike, especially for longer haired dogs during spring and summer months and if possible, a short hair cut makes a big difference as well. There are certain coat types much more likely to attract awns from plants and those include long, soft, fluffy cotton type coats. Our poodle mix Izzie is a perfect example of a coat type that attracts grass awns like velcro. A thorough brush out after every hike is recommended for dogs with coat types like Izzie.

Our hikers safety is our number priority! We do everything possible to keep an eye on our pack's condition. While we can't eliminate the risks of cheatgrass, we do everything in our power to minimize it. Unfortunately adventuring outdoors can never be risk free, but with proper safety precautions we believe the small risks are worth the rewards for our pups' health and mental stimulation.

If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out anytime!

07/18/2024

We are now on Tik Tok!

Check out idahounddogs’s video.

07/08/2024

UPDATE ON MARGIE: This sweet girl was found safe and she is home with her mom and dad! Thank you all for the shares and the support.

07/05/2024

We sure hope everyone had a wonderful week and a magnificent Independence Day! We are back to our daily hikes starting Monday and we can't wait to see all of our amazing pups again! Here are a couple of pictures from my visit in Arkansas to see my Tater Bug. My little nephew sure loves seeing the videos of all of your beautiful pups out hiking!

We can't wait to get back out on the trails! See you soon!

06/18/2024

Our Summer Sale is going on now until July 31st! We'd love to get your dog out on an adventure this summer! Reach out to set up your pup's free meet and greet!

06/12/2024

Goose and Birch chasing grasshoppers for your entertainment purposes! 😆

06/12/2024

It was a beautiful, windy Tuesday hike for our morning crew as they romped in the water and played on the dock in between running the trails and chasing the grasshoppers. Let's get your dog out on trails enjoying our beautiful Treasure Valley! Reach out to set up your dog's free meet and greet and we will take care of the rest!

06/07/2024

No adventure is ever complete until we've had our after hike snack time!
The dogs are always excited for this part of the hike ♥️

We hope everyone has a wonderful weekend!

06/07/2024

Is your dog...
- Bored at home
- Driving you crazy (especially if you work from home)
- Tired of daycare
- Tearing up furniture, counter surfing, etc
- Daycare isn't stimulating enough
Or you just want something different where your dog can explore and play?

We are IdaHound Adventures and we would love to get your pup on our Adventure Bus! We pick up your dog from home, take your pup on an off-leash group hike based on your dog's temperament, energy level, and play style, and then we drop them back off at home! We explore different trails all over the Treasure Valley and offer single hike rates, 10 hike Adventure Packs, and multi dog discounts!

Why we are different!
•We work on commands and obedience during hikes
•We allow dogs to explore different trails, experiences, sights and sounds
•We focus on off-leash hikes to let your dog run out their energy and play freely
•We pick up and drop off at home
•We are dog trainers with over 20 years combined experience
•We offer treats, water, and lots of love during our outings

At IdaHound Adventures, it's not just a walk, it's an adventure every time!
Book your free meet and greet today!

06/07/2024

Our new Adventurer, Athena, joined us this morning for a hike around the Kuna Caves. The dogs were ready to go and loved chasing each other through the tall grass and digging in the holes! Could your pup use an adventure? We'd love to see them join the pack! Register for a meet and greet at www.Idahounddogs.com and get your pup on the trails!

05/31/2024

Some pictures of our amazing hike out at Lucky Peak today! The dogs loved the perfect weather and the abundance of crickets and grasshoppers to chase. They also, were so excited to meet Margie and Bowzer who loved their first adventure with us! Could your pup use some exercise, time outside, or would they enjoy making some new friends? Reach out anytime and we'll get you and your pup taken care of!

05/31/2024

Is your dog...
- Bored at home
- Driving you crazy (especially if you work from home)
- Tired of daycare
- Tearing up furniture, counter surfing, etc
- Daycare isn't stimulating enough
Or you just want something different where your dog can explore and play?

We are IdaHound Adventures and we would love to get your pup on our Adventure Bus! We pick up your dog from home, take your pup on an off-leash group hike based on your dog's temperament, energy level, and play style, and then we drop them back off at home! We explore different trails all over the Treasure Valley and offer single hike rates, 10 hike Adventure Packs, and multi dog discounts!

Why we are different!
•We work on commands and obedience during hikes
•We allow dogs to explore different trails, experiences, sights and sounds
•We focus on off-leash hikes to let your dog run out their energy and play freely
•We pick up and drop off at home
•We are dog trainers with over 20 years combined experience
•We offer treats, water, and lots of love during our outings

At IdaHound Adventures, it's not just a walk, it's an adventure every time!
Book your free meet and greet today!

As a reminder, all new Adventurers start out on a long-line so we can make sure they are comfortable and understand the process. We make sure they are responding to recall and that they are comfortable around the other dogs in the group before we drop the long-line and then the dogs just drag it behind them for a few trips to help reinforce recall when needed and keep everyone safe and happy!

05/31/2024

We can't forget about our after-hike snack time! Everyone enjoys the beef liver (especially Goose as you'll see from the video. He'll even take some fingers with it! 🤣) We loved having our new Adventurers, Bowzer and Margie, with us on their first hike today! We'd love to see your pup out with us soon too! Reach out anytime or visit us on our website www.idahounddogs.com to learn more or to set up your pup's free meet and greet!

05/31/2024

The pups had a blast on this beautiful Friday hike out at Lucky Peak! The weather was absolutely perfect for our two new Adventurers, Margie and Bowzer. Everyone enjoyed the beautiful temps, playing in the stream, chasing crickets and each other and just soaking up the sun. We are living for these first glimpses of summer! We'd love to get your pup out on the trail too! Message us anytime with questions or to learn more or visit us on our website www.idahounddogs.com to set up your dog's meet and greet!

We hope everyone has a wonderful weekend!

05/20/2024

Sometimes we get asked how we know new dogs won't immediately take off once they are on the trail. Every dog is started out on a long line to make sure they are comfortable, responding to recall, and learning the routine. Your dog's safety is our number one priority! We are trained in pet first aid and CPR in case of emergency and have over 20 years combined experience in dog handling/training. We utilize different training tools like whistles, clickers, treats, and remote trainers to help keep our Adventurers safe and happy on their hikes. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out anytime!

05/20/2024

We decided to check out a new trail. This beautiful weather had the dogs roaring to go play! They loved chasing all the grasshoppers and butterflies, playing in the stream, and chasing each other through the tall grass. It's good for the soul to see such happy dogs. ♥️ After our 3 mile hike, the pups decided to snooze on the trip home (after their post-hike snacks of course! 😆)

05/14/2024

This is amazing! Beer, dogs, and a tired, happy pup?! We can't think of a better combo.

05/13/2024

It was a beautiful day for a hike out at Lucky Peak! It started out kind of warm today but the clouds rolled in and kept everyone cool for our afternoon hike around the lake. Is your dog wearing you out? Or maybe they could just do with a little more exercise and adventure! Reach out anytime to schedule your free meet and greet. We'd love to see your pup on the Adventure Bus!

04/15/2024

There's nothing like running and playing with your friends at the lake! Who else is ready for summer?!

Would your pup love daily summer field trips with their friends? Get them on the Adventure Bus with us! We're offering 10% off for all first time clients for the month of April! Set up your dog's FREE meet and greet today!

04/15/2024

Checking out some of the Lucky Peak trails today and letting the pups have their first swim of the season! It's been such a beautiful weekend! What did you and your dogs do to enjoy the sunshine this weekend?

Just as a reminder, we are now offering 10% off all first time client purchases for the month of April!

Is your dog...
- Bored at home
- Driving you crazy (especially if you work from home)
- Tired of daycare
- Tearing up furniture, counter surfing, etc
- Daycare isn't stimulating enough
Or you just want something different where your dog can explore and play

We are IdaHound Adventures and we would love to get your pup on our Adventure Bus! We pick up your dog from home, take your pup on an off-leash group hike based on your dog's temperament, energy level, and play style, and then we drop them back off at home! We explore different trails all over the Treasure Valley and offer single hike rates, 10 hike Adventure Packs (making Adventure Packs 20% off single hike rates for the month of April), and multi dog discounts!

Why we are different!
•We work on commands and obedience during hikes
•We allow dogs to explore different trails, experiences, sights and sounds
•We focus on off-leash hikes to let your dog run out their energy and play freely
•We pick up and drop off at home
•We are dog trainers with over 20 years combined experience
•We offer treats, water, and lots of love during our outings

At IdaHound Adventures, it's not just a walk, it's an adventure every time!
Book your free meet and greet today!

04/11/2024

Best part of our day is watching the dogs take in their surroundings and use all their senses to see, smell and hear the things we can only imagine. It’s pure joy that we get to do this everyday! Visit our website to find more information on how your dog can join in the adventure!

04/03/2024

After hike snack time with tired pups is the best part of the day! We can't wait to add your hound to the crew. Reach out or visit us at www.idahounddogs.com to learn more!

04/01/2024

We're doing a giveaway!!!
Please like, follow, and share our page and then comment on this post with a picture of your pup and their favorite activity for a chance to win a FREE adventure hike! Winner will be chosen on our first day, April 10th. We can't wait to see your pup on the trails!

*Winner must pass meet and greet evaluation and be within our service range. Some terms and conditions apply.*

03/26/2024

Get your pup on the adventure bus and out onto the trails with IdaHound Adventures, a different kind of dog walking experience! We come pick up your pup from home, transport them and their friends to hike the beautiful trails around the Treasure Valley, and then bring them back home, tired and content from their off leash romp with their furry pals! Visit us www.idahounddogs.com to learn more or to get signed up for a meet and greet! We can't wait to see your hound on the bus with us!

03/26/2024

We're hitting the road April 10th for a different kind of dog walking experience! Book your dog's meet and greet at www.idahounddogs.com now so they can be part of the inaugural crew at IdaHound Adventures. Send your dog on their very own adventure!