What makes LYO DOG different from other brands?

This is a question I get asked a lot and I finally managed to take the time to gather my thoughts and write a short description about LYO DOG. This is what we are doing, this is our aim, this is why we exist. We hope that you will join us in our efforts. LYORead more ⟶

“Why can wild animals poop in the woods, but my dog can’t?”

Might be a silly question, but it is an important topic to discuss, if we want to be responsible dog owners/guardians and visit the outdoors in line with the “leave no trace” principle. The main difference: their diet. Wild animals consume foods and nutrients directly from the ecosystem, where they reside, and the same nutrientsRead more ⟶

Should I get a cooling vest for my dog?

Summer is here and at least in our area, heatwaves are becoming more intense every year. Especially for older dogs, dogs with a thick coat, dogs with health issues or dogs that are super active, a cooling vest can be a great solution. My dogs have been using them for years and honestly, I amRead more ⟶

What is dog agility?

I am sure you already know dog agility, since it is probably the most popular dog sport (at least in Slovenia), but in case you don´t here is a short description: “The aim of agility is for dogs to negotiate different obstacles in a set order and within a set time. It is an educationalRead more ⟶

Why are we called “LYO DOG”?

It´s funny, but we do get asked this question quite a bit. The story goes back a few years, when I was still deciding if I should go for it (open my own business) or not. And since I had a million different ideas and problems that I wanted to solve, the name was evenRead more ⟶

What is Dogfrisbee?

Put very simply, it is a dog sport, based on playing with your dog and a frisbee, specifically created for dogs (made with a mixture of plastic and rubber, so that the frisbee doesn´t hurt your dog´s teeth and gums). Btw, if you need a proper frisbee disc for your dog, you can join ourRead more ⟶

What is Canicross?

Canicross is, simply put, running cross-country with your dog. More precisely, your dog is running in front of you, pulling you on a special canicross harness (that ensures safety for both you and your dog). As a sport, it has been around for a long time, but it has become very popular in recent yearsRead more ⟶

Should I take my dog hiking?

I might have mentioned this a million times before: hiking with dogs is our favourite activity, for many reasons. So, the short answer is: YES. Yes, you should! For a slightly longer answer, let me quickly describe some points that you should consider before going on a first hiking trip with your dog: The goldenRead more ⟶

International Dog Physio Seminar in Postojna, Slovenia

Calling all dog lovers in Slovenia and neighbouring countries! Join us for the International Dog Physio Seminar on Saturday, October 12th in Postojna, Slovenia. This seminar is perfect for dog owners who want to:• Learn more about dog physiotherapy• Learn basic massage• Gain tips for providing better care for their furry friend, especially active dogsRead more ⟶

Should I take my dog mountain biking?

I get asked this question quite a bit, and my answer is always “it depends” 😀 let me explain … There are a few considerations and requirements to be met, before you decide to take your dog mountain biking: The first and the MOST important fact to consider is that once you bring your dogRead more ⟶