Long weekend is approaching, which means many of the dog owners are packing up and getting ready to travel.
Having all the essential gear makes everything super easy and stress free.
Here is our list:
▪️ Kibbles/food, treats and water
▪️Joint supplements (if applicable)
▪️Collapsible dog bowl x 2
▪️Dog bed – waterproof is best
▪️ Veggie snacks (carrot/ sweet pepper) – for energy refill along the hike
▪️Waterproof car seat cover
▪️Foldable dog steps (if applicable)
▪️Crate and/or playpen – just in case, even if you’re not routinely using it
▪️Poop bags
▪️Reliable leash
▪️ Collar with a registration ID, contact info & Rabies tag
▪️Dog life jacket for swimming
▪️Waterproof dog coat for rains and mist
▪️High visibility harness – select a colour that’s visible through the woods and foliage
▪️Floatable balls for playing in lakes
▪️Towels – for beach & lake play days
▪️ Hair Dryer – to dry the dog up easily
▪️Find and save a number of a vet clinic and an emergency clinic local to where you’re traveling to
Medications:
▪️Polysporin – for cuts and bruises (ask your vet for other options)
▪️Anti-bacterial dog wipes
▪️Paw balm
▪️Fortiflora – probiotic for upset stomach (tell your vet you’re traveling this summer and ask what they recommend to have on hand for diarrhea and vomiting).
▪️Pedialyte
▪️Corn syrup/nutri-cal – for low blood sugar – if the dog hasn’t eaten, ran around and is now looking weaker/dizzy
▪️Thermometer
▪️Skunk odor remover
We love to travel with our dogs and being prepared for any contingencies makes the trip less worrisome.
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