Find Pet-Friendly Trails Fast

Anyone who’s ever had to mouth the word “walk” while reaching for a leash knows how much our dogs love to get out. And no doubt you love it too—for the fun and companionship, and because you know there’s more to our pets’ health than just giving them food and water. Tail-wagging adventures and purr-inducing pastimes are essential pieces of the puzzle when it comes to your pets’ mental and physical well-being. That’s why Orijen, makers of nourishing WholePrey pet foods, is proud to support experiences in nature through its partnership with the National Park Foundation and by making it easier for people to find pet-friendly adventures with the launch of its new Orijen Trails app.

Finding pet-friendly hikes can be a time-consuming task. With the Orijen Trails web app, users will be able to quickly find pet-friendly trails in parks across the United States, complete with route details and maps, scenic stop suggestions, trail ratings, information about water availability, calorie estimates for you and your pet, and more. No more frustrated scrolling, no more resorting to the same well-trodden trails, and definitely no more leaving your favorite adventure buddy at home.

The Trails app currently logs details from more than 100 national and state parks (and counting) across all 50 states. Orijen plans to include as many hikes, parks, and paths as possible, growing the app with crowdsourced info from local hikers, trail runners, and, most importantly, pet lovers.

Finding the trails is just part of what the app can do. It also keeps a log of your and your pets’ adventures. The My Pack feature lets you store a roster of up to three pets and track the activities you’ve done with each one. So, take note, dog walkers: You never have to wonder if you’ve brought this particular pooch down this particular path before. It’s all there in the app.

And while “pet-friendly” is often code for “dog-friendly” when it comes to the outdoors, most pet-friendly trails are also happy to host adventure cats. Just be sure to reach out to the park or trail organization to confirm, know your cat’s limits, and make proper accommodations, including catpacks, leashes, etc.

Pets are at their best when they’re living as naturally as possible, whether that’s eating food inspired by the prey their ancestors ate or working up an appetite exploring new trails and smells. With this new app, Orijen takes its commitment toward creating healthy and happy pets one step further, helping to ensure that you’ll be hitting the trails with them for years to come.

Orijen pet food is packed with quality animal ingredients to help dogs and cats thrive. It’s rich with the same nourishment their ancestors consumed in the wild. As the fullest expression of biologically appropriate nutrition, Orijen diets feature unmatched amounts of quality animal ingredients. All of the pet food is made from only the finest ingredients, and every diet is formulated so you can help your pet reach their full potential and then set off for adventure together. Orijen pet food products include premium kibble, freeze-dried food and treats, and wet food, and the brand is always adding new, innovative products. To learn more, visit orijenpetfoods.com.