If you are anything like other dog parents then you probably would like to take your fur babies everywhere you go including camping.
Here are some helpful tips to think about before taking your dog on your next camping adventure.
If you are planning to be away for more than a couple of days, you may want to consider making an veterinarian appointment for a check up and to stock up on any medications needed for your dog as well as well as flea, and tick prevention. If your dog is uneasy about car trips you may want to ask about an anti anxiety medicine or a calming supplement that you can find at most pet store or online.
Make sure your dog is welcome wherever you plan on going.
Of course we would love to think our fur babies are welcome EVERYWHERE, but, unfortunately that is just not the case. Do a little research on the places you plan on visiting to make sure they are dog friendly. Check out the rules and regulations for the national parks ,campgrounds, state parks, and hiking trails.
Take some time to confirm your dog’s identification information is all up to date.
Make sure that the collar has an ID tag securely attached with your current information. Consider adding a temporary ID tag with your campsite on it. If your dog is not already microchipped you may want to make an appointment to have him or her chipped before your trip. It would be a great idea to think about buying a little tracking device to the collar for an added peace of mind and to help find your dog quickly if they do get lost.
Packing your dog’s favorite things
We all want to have some of our favorite things on hand when we travel and so does our furry best friend. Pack a bag specially for your dog and include toys, blankets and/or bedding, collar, leash, treats, food, doggie waste bags ,and a grooming brush. Depending on the weather and where you are going you may also want to bring a jacket and booties or maybe even a cute little shirt or outfit. If water adventure awaits a life jacket is great thing to bring.
