Planning a Camping Trip with Your Dog
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![by Chris Martin](https://www.outdoorlook.co.uk/media/magefan_blog/Chris-Martin.jpg)
Chris shares his passion for cycling, hiking, skiing, and climbing from Buxton, in the Peak District. As a blogger for Outdoor Look, Chris shares outdoor tips and indoor tricks to help you get the most out of your time spent outside. When he's not out adventuring he's making videos or trying to keep up with his 4-year-old son.
Once you are out in the wilderness, the companionship of your pet can be one of the most rewarding experiences. Their pleasant personality and the simplicity of their understanding are the things that make them perfect partners on an adventure tour. As a dog lover and a diehard camper, I have experienced this myself. Getting some more time to spend with your dog is undoubtedly worth all the planning that you need to do. You just can’t leave your canine behind, so it’s necessary to plan a few things to make the trip safe and comfortable for your dog as well as the fellow campers.
Looking out for dog-friendly campsites and trails are the top priority for every camping tour. National parks are usually open for the canines. Though they still have some guidelines that you need to follow, it’s a good option as you can find some developed areas and lodging facilities too. The rules can be different for each park so you need to figure out the kind of activities you want to do with your dog. However, you can find most of these guidelines on their websites, which can help you decide.
Another option that you can consider are national forests. These vast expanses of land are mostly dog-friendly and offer an ample amount of opportunity for you and your doggo to explore.Most of the time there isn't even any need to keep your dog on the leash. However, a little check on the rules that you will be required to follow, such as putting an ID card or a collar on your dog, can be done by talking with the local offices.
Let me chalk out some of the basic things that you will need to keep in mind while taking your dog camping:
Keep Them Close
Never leave your pet alone while you are going out hiking. Keeping them close will ensure the safety of your dog, and that of the other people around. Allowing your dog to wander around without supervision can lead to a series of unfortunate events. You can only have a happy camping experience if you are a responsible owner.
Prepare for Emergencies
Pack everything that your pet might need during the trip. You can adjust to the situation, but they might not be able to do the same. This includes your dog’s food, bowl, water, plenty of poop bags, first-aid kit, bedding and harnesses too, if need be. Also, carry your dog’s sleeping gear to keep them cozy and comfortable.
Watch Out For Your Dog
Always keep a close eye on your dog. You have to remember that your dog might not be alone there. There will be other campers there with their pets or even with kids. So, it’s better to keep him by your side always even while sleeping. You being with your dog ensure they are quiet and in control. There can be many temptations for them to meander as dogs love to be outdoors. So, at times, you will also need to keep them on leashes, but it shouldn't be too long.
Lastly, I would say that this time that you have with your dog can be the best time for you to bond with him. Hence, enjoy every bit of it. Nothing can beat the feeling of your little bunch of happiness curling around you. Amidst the loneliness, they can be your comfort, and a reason to stay ridiculously happy.
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![by Chris Martin](https://www.outdoorlook.co.uk/media/magefan_blog/Chris-Martin.jpg)
Chris shares his passion for cycling, hiking, skiing, and climbing from Buxton, in the Peak District. As a blogger for Outdoor Look, Chris shares outdoor tips and indoor tricks to help you get the most out of your time spent outside. When he's not out adventuring he's making videos or trying to keep up with his 4-year-old son.
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