Is your dog ready to accompany you on this camping and fishing trip? Well, if your dog is as happy to go on these outings as mine is, you can't get the van ready soon enough. My dog gets so excited, and he helps carry items to the van ahead of me. It is like he knows for sure where we are going, and I am convinced he does actually know. I am sure you have a list of supplies you are taking, but be sure to include a few things for your dog as well. Here is a list I have prepared for you to use as a guide if you need it.
- Vaccinations should be up to date, take paperwork to prove the records are up to date.
- Have the dog wear a collar with i.d. tag with name of dog, owner, address and telephone number. Maybe a temporary tag with the name of the park where you will be camped, would be useful as well.
- Leash, as well as a spare. Life jacket if you plan to take the dog into the river or go in a boat.
- Take bedding, food, water, and dishes for both, bearing in mind that dogs drink lots of water, especially when the weather is warm or hot. Insect repellent and first aid items should be included.
- If you are going to rough terrain, take dog boots for him so he will not get paws bruised.
- Take a backpack so he can carry some of his own camping supplies, provided he weights at least 20 lbs.
- Some camp grounds accept dogs and some do not, so call ahead to make sure of the regulations.
- Prepare your dog ahead of time for the amount of exercise he will be getting on this trip, by taking him for walks at home a week or two before you leave. Have him wear a backpack on these walks so he will get used to carrying some extra weight. Gradually add to the backpack until you get it properly weighted for him.
- Have a successful camping and fishing trip.
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