Camping and Driving

[Charlies Mamma]

Im so glad this question was asked, my husband likes to camp and he wanted to take Charlie I didnt think we should but maybe I should reconsider we have a huge camper full kitchen bath the works but my worry was the outside things that Charlie could get into and there is NOTHING in the way of vets where we camp (this would be an issue) but still this info is helpful

[Britster]

Oh, Jackson loves to camp. My dad has an RV though so it makes for "easy" camping. It's our home away from home basically. I usually drive up behind him so Jackson sits in his Snoozer carseat in my car with me and then we meet them there. My dad sets up three ex-pens so that we just open the RV door and all dogs go out into their little 'fence'.

We often go to this one place that's right on the beach and you rent golf carts, etc, it's really cool and nearly EVERY camper has a dog with them. Jackson has a blast -- they have a mini dog park, we walk to the beach every day, the playground, go for golfcart rides, go to the boardwalk, etc. My dad also brings his two dogs. They know the word "camping" so we have to spell it out around this house, LOL.

Jackson loves it but he's pretty much up for anything anyways. So many new sights and smells.

[zekie's mom]

They will jump out a window if they see something interesting. They have no fear so have to be watched like a hawk.

[kdhawks]

Well, we don't go camping (I'm sure Levi would enjoy it, but I'm totally an indoor-plumbing type girl), but we do take a lot of long car rides. Levi has a Snoozer booster car seat. Buckles into the backseat and then he is harnessed into the seat. Levi loves it - it is seated high enough for him to see out the window, and it's super cozy for napping.

For long car trips, I make sure to stop every few hours for potty breaks, a drink of water, and stretching time. Levi is very active, so I'm sure an entire day in the car gets boring for him.

[SWHouston]

UOO zekie's Mom, surely I have misunderstood what you have said !!
Don't you use Harness' and a proper restraints Leash/attachment,
when you have yours in your vehicle !!?

[cheryl19]

Originally Posted by gemy

Okay with camping; first you must bring your first aid kit for doggies, and one for humans would be nice too.
Second: find out where the nearest emergency vet is where you will be

I use a portable covered 4x4 doggie playpen/tent for Razzle when we are on the campsite. He sleeps as all our dogs do when camping in his crate inside the tent.

You need flea and tick prevention.

Bring water from home or use bottled water so as not to upset the dogs tummy's.

Check paws every day to insure no cuts or burrs or thistles etc are embedded.

Keep food in airtight and bug tight canisters.

Make sure you have enough warm blankies for cold nights. Research average day/night temperatures of your camping spot.

Bring an extra lead and harness (in case of loss/or equipment failure)

Bring some basic grooming supplies; brush/comb grooming spray, shampoo
If you will be hiking with your dog; take along a water bowl for the dog.

Never let your dog eat off "things" off the ground.

Keep your dog on leash at all times.

But most of all enjoy, it is wonderful camping with your pets

Good Post!

[Gatord]

I use a booster car seat for driving any where. I have one that both can fit in. I am looking at buying another one same size for longer trips. They like to look out but after a while Jack likes to lay down. Josie is too nosiey and wants to know what is going on at all times so she is driving Jack crazy.
We are going to the Lake to stay in June and I will be taking them (of course). We will be staying in a cottage, so I don't think you can say we are really camping. It's our first vacation together and I am excited.

[yorkieusa]

A folding x-pen is nice to keep them safe if there are other dogs/animals running around wherever you're camping.

A first-aid kit.

[itsbaddangel]

I'm an avid driver! does that count? I have a Snoozer car seat that Jazi absolutely thinks is a dream come true! soo comfy. (i had some travel seat from Petsmart made by American Tourister but I took it back..It was hard and boxey).

Have fun on your camping adventures!!!

[Charlies Mamma]

I REALLY have to look into this snoozer carseat