Traveling with a dog

[Trikebubble]

If we are in an established campground, or even populated dispersed type area we keep the dogs leashed to the truck, usually just with their leashes. If we are alone in a dispersed area, or with friends, we let them roam free. Our dogs tend not to roam very far at all. We do have E-collars for both our dogs, one is deaf and we use the vibrate for recall, and the other is a Catahoula and we will sometimes use the stimulation feature to get his attention if needed. We take our dogs everywhere with us, we just have learned to adapt to include them. They always sleep inside the camper with us as well.....spoiled mutts that they are.

 

[S4railroader]

well my Husky i have to lash up to the big oak tree in our backyard so hes always on a leash on a trip... we attach both of our dogs to either a good tree or my truck tho.

 

[dunhammrocco]

If we are in an established campground, or even populated dispersed type area we keep the dogs leashed to the truck, usually just with their leashes. If we are alone in a dispersed area, or with friends, we let them roam free. Our dogs tend not to roam very far at all. We do have E-collars for both our dogs, one is deaf and we use the vibrate for recall, and the other is a Catahoula and we will sometimes use the stimulation feature to get his attention if needed. We take our dogs everywhere with us, we just have learned to adapt to include them. They always sleep inside the camper with us as well.....spoiled mutts that they are. View attachment 463901

They are awesome! Do you take any meds for dogs when traveling?

 

[ThundahBeagle]

I have a Kurgo dog seat cover for the back bench seat of my truck. Covers the back of the back seat, seat of the back seat, and back of the front seats, and prevents the pup from just popping out on the center console and giving g me directions. And he goes in his Kurgo Tru Fit harness, and the tether locks into the seatbelts reciever. Put his blanket or bed back there and that's it -for when we are moving on the road.

Arriving at camp I either tether him out with ground screw and long cable, or use his leash around the front tow hooks during the time I am unpacking and setting up.

Settled at camp, the long cable goes around a tree and clasps to itself, the other end to the harness, it does take some consideration to make sure he feels included near the campfire but doesnt tangle in chairs and stuff.

We hike with Scout everywhere. He's a Beagle who has been to the top of Mt washing in NH, Bar Harbor and Cadillac in ME, Greylock in MA, and been way out to the Badlands, Big Sky, Yellowstone and other great places, all by truck.

He sleeps in the tent with us or sleeps in the bed of the truck with us when we use the topper and outfit the back to sleep. We HAVE had ti wash him before bed on a few occasions.

 

[calicamper]

Good question. Some trips especially any NP trips with lots of hiking on the planner we board them. State campgrounds shorter trips we often take with. On arrival we’ll go for a short walk before setting up. Then have them 2 dogs hangout in their bed in the back of the SUV with rear window open. They’ll just watch and wait till we’re setup.

Short hair dogs we wipe them down with a towel before they get put to bed in the truck.

I’ll never own a long hair dog ever again 😆. Especially for taking camping

In camp we keep them on a short leash. Ever see a camp chair with someone in it get flung into the camp fire by a dog hitting the end of a long tether? Its pretty funny once.

 

[Spencer for Hire]

Be careful tying a long lead to his collar. A young dog may be prone to running hard and hurting his neck. You may be better off in looking into a harness to hook the dog to.

 

[craig333]

Just have to get them properly tired out.

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[Jalopy77]

They make cheap little waterproof blinking led lights for their collars. Turn it on at night and it helps you find them and other campers miss them with their cars.

Great idea.

May need to attach it to the top of the collar so it remains visible?

 

[craig333]

I use the ones that slip over the dogs head. Full 360 degrees of light. USB rechargeable. Seven bucks on ebay or twenty at your local dog store. Comes in many colors. Pretty much a requirement for a black dog.

 

[chris the ogre]

I have a 3 year old Shepard Huskey mutt. Always plan on at least 2 big walks/hikes 6-7 miles total. Tired dogs are happy well behaved dogs

 

[joxeph]

I use the ones that slip over the dogs head. Full 360 degrees of light. USB rechargeable. Seven bucks on ebay or twenty at your local dog store. Comes in many colors. Pretty much a requirement for a black dog.

I’m using a dog harness with reflective strips to keep my dog visible at night, but I also bring flashlights with me.

 

[HWY395ghost]

Great idea.

May need to attach it to the top of the collar so it remains visible?

They're actually quite brite. Sometimes I don't even bother using my flashlight if I'm walking both dogs with their lights.

 

[logas]

I’m using a dog harness with reflective strips to keep my dog visible at night, but I also bring flashlights with me.

Great idea, thanks!
It seems to be one of the essential things to take for a trip. I usually create a separate list for our dog. I always buy K9 Advantix to protect her against ticks, fleas, mosquitoes, biting flies, and chewing lice. Also, I take trazodone using a pet prescription without vet, just in case. Our vet said this type of medication helps calm a pet. We've never tried it, but it is better to have it.

 

[IdaSHO]

We have tried essentially every glow/light/reflective collar on the market.

These are what we use currently, and the best so far.

www.amazon.com/Rechargeable-Collars-Cuttable-Necklace-Nighttime/dp/B07QXKJXDX?th=1

 

[FAW3]

Remember the old saying about teaching a dog to fish...


Anyway, some thoughts:

We rely on a 5' walking leash, a 15' tie out line, and a well-fitting harness. You want a couple of methods to control your dog's wanderings. Occasionally, we are in a location where a 35' rope line tied above head height allows a leash run that gives our ACD a good range for fun & play.

After I find a good camping spot, I check the immediate area for hazards to me and the mutt, especially ground hazards. I've found broken glass, food debris, toilet paper, crack pipes at various locations over the years.

My dog is chipped and his collar has my phone number.

Sources make dog water bowls that have an interior rim to reduce spills while on the road. They are great!

Check & stock your first aid kit for items that allow you to care for your dog. Nail clippers, wrapping and suitable gauze for bandages, Benadryl for stings/bites.

We find a wide range of terrain in our travels. Protective dog "booties" are available that are easy to put on your dog and they really help avoid stickers/cactus thorns/rock cuts to your dog. Also, helpful when on pavement in hot temperatures:

I've got a battery powered fan that I use on occasion to ventilate my truck if my dog has to remain inside. A sun blocking visor for the windshield helps too. I plan typically to do this very early in the day or after sundown. I am very careful about leaving OZY in the truck...they overheat quickly.