Sometimes the best way to shake off the doldrums is to get out and explore nature with a good friend.

If your best pal is a dog, you might be inspired to grab the leash, pack the car and head north after reading the recent travel story by Chisty Karras. She and her shepherd-retriever mix travel to Canada to tryout the dog-friendly trails at Whistler, site of many Winter Olympic events in 2010.

Karras shares tips on crossing the border with a dog, where to stay and fun things to do.

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Take your dog to Whistler for fun on snowy trails