Have Fun Hiking With Your Dog

As you venture out on an invigorating hike with your dog, make sure to remember the essentials - a leash, bag for dog, and water bottle. You will be all set to go someplace new, someplace you have never been before. Just make certain to also take your plans for a bit of fun and adventure!

You may also choose to equip your canine friend with the mountains of spectacular products designed for hiking. There are special backpacks, harnesses, rain jackets and even booties now available for your pooch. These are certainly not necessities, but just a sampling of those "extras" that appeal to some owners. If you decide to add any new gear, it is important that you allow your pet to break it in and try it out at home before embarking on your hike.

A few additional items you may choose to cart along on your hike would be dog treats, vaccination records if going to a park, dog training supplies, maps, treats for yourself and maybe even a first aid kit for you and your pooch. Some dog bags have room for these extras in addition to your poop bags. If not, your pockets or a backpack could carry all of these extras.

Make sure you check the regulations of any wilderness area before making the plunge. Ensure that your dog is allowed and if there are certain trails that are off-limits. Most public trails do welcome pets kept on a leash and some may even allow an off-leash adventure. Abide by all rules for a fun and safe adventure.

All trails will certainly enforce this one rule: If you pack it in, then pack it out! You are always responsible for leaving the trail as you found it and as nature intended it. There should be no trace of your expedition left behind for others to find. This includes not only food remnants such as candy wrappers, pop cans or banana peels, but also dog waste. Return your full poop bags to your dog bag and cart it out with you.

If the trail is unknown to you, a map will certainly help you find your way around. However, sometimes the unknown and unexpected can bring more fun to the adventure. Never knowing what is behind that next stream or over that next crest may bring a bit of thrill and excitement to your heart. Maps do have their purposes, but not always!

Take time for a brief break and treat along the way. Your canine friend will enjoy this as much as you. Make sure you both stay well-hydrated, especially if your pace or the temperature likes the heights. Dog toys or training accessories may also add to your enjoyment on your outing. These can be used while hiking or while relaxing on your break.

Spending time to enjoy the great outdoors with your dog will always be a worthy endeavor. Leave your familiar walk and neighborhood streets and plan a hike to someplace new. Be certain to remember to head out with the essentials - leash, bag for dog, water bottle and your sense of adventure and fun!

Consider this unique bag for dog when you plan your hike with your dog. This handy dog bag can remain attached to your dog leash or moved to your belt or belt loops if you don't use a leash. Your bag will carry everything for you - your empty and full poop bags, dog treats and training supplies, hand sanitizer and much more. Enjoy your hike and the convenience offered by this great dog bag.