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Best Hikes With Dogs: New Hampshire & Vermont

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I had been looking forward to this book's publication since a New Hampshire bookseller told me this summer it was coming soon. I live in Vermont 7 months of the year, and New Hampshire the remaining 5. I own a 4-year-old shepherd/black lab mix, Diamond, who loves to go hiking with me. So this book is perfect for us to plan new adventures.

The author has selected hikes which are safe and suitable for dogs, as well as delightful hikes for their human companions. I was glad to see some of my favorite hikes are included in the book, and there are many others I look forward to doing with Diamond.

The hikes are rated from one to four paws for difficulty, and dog regulations specific to each hike (proof of rabies, leash laws) are given. I am impressed with the detailed topographic maps, especially since the maps in my two "Best Hikes with Children" books, by the same publisher, are a bit disappointing.

I was glad to see that the author details many safety-related and ethical issues pertaining to hiking with dogs. The ten essentials include gear one should carry for dogs (leash, water, portable bowl) as well as obedience training (to be done before the dog goes hiking). The ten canons of trail etiquette are guidelines to ensure that your dog won't offend other hikers, and that you won't lose the privilege of hiking with your dog on the trails.

Excellent book, you won't be disappointed! Good maps, good descriptions, and tips about traffic on the trail, etc. I am new to Vermont (from PA) and this helped me find many great day hikes with my dog and friends.

Highly recommended! I only wish there were a few more hikes around the South Royalton area (east-central VT). There's a small hole in the hikes for that area, which is where I live....

For anyone that loves their dog then this book is must.

So you're strong and able but can your dog hike the trail you want to summit? Read this book!

Trust me. On a hot summer day the worst feeling in the world is that if you prepared enough for those big brown eyes that are totally done with your hike.

Great read.

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a good read and a great resource for finding places to go for a walk with the pooch.

This is a great book with a wealth of valuable information on what to expect and where to go with your four-legged friends. Nothing worse than taking Fido out for a hike only to learn that no dogs are allowed. Not only does Best Hikes w/ Dogs clearly indicate which parks allow dogs, but it also details how strenuous the hike is and the issues you may encounter along the way.

This is for anyone who wants to find nice hiking trails where they can take their dog(s) along.