Like many of you, we have also noticed the rise of ticks in the New England area recently. 2025 in particular is set to be the worst year for ticks. As the majority of Due North Dogs’ business is hiking dogs on local trails around the south coast of Massachusetts, we’re here to tell you that the amount of ticks out there this year is no joke!

Now that winter has hit the Northeast, it’s time to help your pets keep their paw pads healthy and safe. Here are a few things you can do to lends them a helping paw in extreme weather.

Getting too hot is one thing, heat stroke can be a real danger though. Most dogs are good at self-regulating, but some just love to play a little too much. Whether that’s chasing a ball non-stop, excessive roughhousing, or just not being able to recognize the signals that their own body is overheating. That’s where we come in as owners. Some signs your dog might be going down the path to exhaustion or heat stroke include the following.

Exercising is key to staying healthy, losing weight, and a longer life. Whether you’re a human or a dog! Did you know that different breeds of dogs need variations of activities? Here are a few things to think about when making sure your dog is taken care of now that the weather is perfect for getting out with them.