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Camping with dogs - Essential gear and helpful hints
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items Traveling and camping with pets can be a little overwhelming. I've put together a list of helpful. useful and practical accessories that will make your vacation more fun for the whole family… especially your dogs!
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KOA's blog has a very well written article with tips, tricks, and advice for pet parents looking to camp with their dogs.
The Ultimate Guide To Camping With Your Dog | KOA Camping Blog
A quick video guide to introducing your dog to a backpack with a focus on positive experiences and safety. If your dog wears a pack seasonally, it's a good idea to re-train after a long break.
ORVIS - How to Introduce Your Dog to a Pack
We absolutely love our Alpha Packs. We have to 2 piece version. The packs are removable, leaving a vest for visability. The dogs carry their water and snacks and really feel like they are working!
Dog Backpack
Keep your dog visible while camping, hiking, and foraging with a bright vest. One that slips over the head and has a belly bang will be easy to get on and off. Affiliate link
Reflective Dog Vest
If you're planning any time I or on the water, you'll need a flotation vest for your dog. Measure carefully to get the correct size. Your pup may not like it at first, so spend some time at home practicing and giving lots of treats. Make it fun! ...
DogFlotation Device Life Jacket
Most parks and campgrounds require a dog to be leashed at all times with a 6 food lead. Double check your locations requirements! Affiliate link.
6 Foot Dog Leash
These small collapsible bowls are fantastic for walks, hikes, picnics, and exploring. The small size makes them an easy addition to your leash, backpack or belt loop. Affiliate link
Collapsible water and/or food bowl
Handy to clip on your belt lopp or dog collar. In a pinch, you can tie a few bags to the leash, but always have a few more bags than you think you'll need... You have to clean up after your dog. It's gross and rude not to. And, dog poop is bad for t...
Poop Bag Holder
Ticks are everywhere! These are very inexpensive and easy to add to your keys or even your dogs collar! Always check your dog after walks and hikes. Ours had a tick in their mouth once!! Affiliate link
THE TICK PATROL Aluminum Tick Remover Tool, 3 count
You really need a basic first aid kit, even if you aren't camping with pets. Pick one with a sturdy case and sized for your group. Double-check all medications as some meds for humans are not pet safe. Affiliate link
Outdoor First Aid Kit
Pets get messy. You need towels. The microfiber towels dry quickly and don't take up much space. Affiliate link
Microfiber Pet Towels
Obviously, if you aren't tent camping, this doesn't apply. You will need a bigger tent that you expect. Dogs aren't great about staying still. Out boys appreciate the vertical walls of our Copper Canyon tent by Eureka, which is no longer made. For...
A large tent
Essential for night walks or potty breaks. Helps you and other campers see your dog. They come in assorted colors colors and sizes. Some have modes: continuous, slow flash and fast flash. Affiliate link
Light-up neck ring or dog collar
If your dogs are …. less than graceful, you may want heavy flat bottomed food and water bowls. Affiliate link
Flat Dog Bowl
Our dogs can pull a tie-out from the ground. We usually right something up, but this campsite dog hitching system is much nicer. Just be sure you follow camp rules and don't injure the trees! Affiliate link
Campsite run
Your pups will appreciate a bed of their own, especially older dogs who may not enjoy a cool damp patch of grass. This version has it's own stuff sack, making it very packable! Affiliate link
Camp bed or blanket
In addition to a basic first aid kit, you'll need any routine medication your dog takes. We have very good customer service from Chewy Pharmacy. They will even contact our vet for refills! Affiliate link
Routine Medications