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Summertime, a time for us to escape the daily stress of life and have fun, reconnecting with family and friends within nature.
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Summertime Camping with Your Dog • Summertime, a time for us to escape the daily stress of life and have fun, reconnecting with family and friends within nature. All our senses are awakened to the outdoors. We take our four-legged best friend for longer walks, we share ice cream with them and throw a frisbee endlessly for both their and our enjoyment. Life is good, we experience in the joy of summer more completely with our dogs.
1. Camp Location - Dogs Welcome and Safe • When searching for a pet friendly campground using the internet or other dog owners will help you on your journey to discover the perfect campsite • Once a campground is selected find out their rules and regulations for having a dog while camping, not every campground will have the same set of rules so read carefully. • If traveling far from home, use www.aaha.com to find an animal hospital nearby in case of emergencies and for all of your dog’s healthcare needs.
2. Veterinary Care in Case Your Furry BFF in Case of Emergency • Prior to your camping trip schedule a visit for your dog to the Veterinarian. • Mention your trip to the veterinarian and ask them to check overall health of your dog. • Make sure your dog’s vaccines are up to date and get any necessary shots prior to leaving for your trip. • Refill and dispense medications such as Heartworm and Flea & Tick medication, ensuring they are covered medically while you are camping outdoors. • Discuss any health issues and details about what you will be doing on your trip to ensure your dog is physically able to handle it. • Address any concerns you have about wild animals, your dog’s temperament and the overall trip.
3. Let Your Dog Check out the Camping Supplies • While packing for the trip let your dog participate, smelling the items, watching you check to make sure the tent works, the lanterns, etc. • Deal with any behavior problems that arise during packing. If they fear the tent, assemble it and let them play with a chew toy inside or even go so far as to have a overnight camp out in the backyard for you and your dog to test the waters prior to the trip.
4. Camping Essentials - Your Dogs' Needs are Unique • Start with portable food and water bowls, plus food and water and lots of it. They eat more just like we do. All that fresh air, hiking and playing outdoors makes a dog hungrier and thirstier, be prepared. • Having a few extra leashes and collars in case they break, get lost or chewed not to mention a stake and tether to keep your dog in one location during certain camping situations. • A dog crate, dog tent or other type of sleeping space that is both comfortable and safe. • Bringing a selection of assorted toys for their entertainment when you are cooking a meal or relaxing would put a smile on their furry face.
5. Give Your Canine Pal a Training Refresher Course before Hitting the Trail • In advance of your trip practice daily the essential training commands your dog has learned. • If needed spend extra time going over areas, you or your dog are lacking in skill. • Ensure all obedience skills come natural for their safety and the enjoyment of everyone camping. • Commands to review are sit, stay, come and down, the very basics.
6. Upon Arrival - Your Dog will be Excited, be Ready • Your dog will be excited upon arrival, if possible, take on a nice walk before setting up letting them explore with their senses this new territory you have taken them to. • Decide on a safe place to tether your dog so you can set up the site, if you tie a rope between two trees and attach the leash, it will provide a bit more room for them to roam. Be sure your dog is secure, they will many new sites, sounds, smells to tempt your dog to run. • Make sure you provide food and water and some toys for entertainment and spray with dog friendly insect repellent.
7. Camping Etiquette for Dogs Matters Too • Always keep your dog on a leash for their safety and the respect of other campers. • Remember to ensure that your dog has plenty of water on hand that is changed regularly throughout day and take your dog on many walks with you to provide new smells and a tired body which will mean a better-behaved dog, meaning less barking and wildness. • At the end of each hiking trek or before bedtime take a quick check for ticks, thorns and other outdoors annoyances, the sooner they are removed the better. • Always cleanup after your dog, most states and facilities have a policy about litter and waste management. • Never leave your dog alone or unattended in the campground, they run the risk of running into wild creatures or other situations that can cause harm.
