Hiking with dogs is the oldest and most straightforward dog sport there is. For dogs, there is no better activity than exploring new territories together with their humans, wandering through fields and forests all day long, and being by their side every step of the way. For humans, a hiking trip is the perfect opportunity to take their dog on vacation and to bond as a team much more closely than before. Rabea Ali, who runs a travel company specializing in guided hiking tours with dogs, provides practical tips in this guide for the proper preparation and equipment for both humans and dogs, important advice on behavior while on the trail, ideas for campfire cooking, and answers the question of whether dogs need hiking shoes and which dogs are allowed to carry packs. She offers advice for sore paws and feet and ensures a great experience.