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Camping with your Dog
It would also be wise to create a seperate set of dog tags which states your temporary camping location.
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Camping with your dog can be a joyful experience for all parties involved. A dog is thrilled at the new smells and sites of a campsite and may discover interesting features you might otherwise overlook. You will see new characteristics in your dog when you take him or her camping. Some dogs tend to walk a little faster, open their eyes a little wider, or even raise their heads a little higher when they're out in the wild. The great thing about camping for dogs is that they don't have to be in top physical shape to enjoy it. Older and less active dogs love being outside just as much as the younger ones do. However, if you do decide your best friend with you, please bare these following few things in mind.
- Always ask at the camp station if dogs are allowed in the campsite, and respect all rules the station has regarding dogs. The amount of control and responsibility you can hold over your dog will effect the all campers around you.
- Respect other campers; if your dog is a yappy one or tends to be aggressive against other dogs then it is best to leave him or her at home.
- It is of absolute importance that your dog's vaccinations be up-to-date, as dogs can encounter unvaccinated animals while camping. Dog licenses should also be current. And ask your vet about the areas where you will be camping, as some carry additional health risks for dogs and may warrant additional precautions.
- No matter how well-behaved you think your dog is, it is both impolite and dangerous to other campers NOT to have your dog restrained at all times. Your friendly, unleashed dog could wander into a campsite where there is a dog-aggressive dog, or a dog-aggressive person. Don't assume everyone is a dog lover and wants to get a closer look.
- Keep your dog properly identified in case he or she somehow gets away from you. It would also be wise to create a seperate set of dog tags which states your temporary camping location.
- Bring bedding to keep your dog off the ground. This will go a long way in keeping them warm, dry, and clean. Put plastic underneath cloth beds on the ground to keep out moisture. Bringing their home beds along while camping is as much behavioral support as comfort; they believe that wherever their beds are, that's home.
- Bring their regular food bowls and try to keep them on their regular feeding schedule if they have one. Always bring an extra amount of food in case your trip becomes longer than planned. Also, all the extra outdoor activities may have your dog eating more than usual. It is suggested that you do not free feed your dog while camping as the food left out may attract unwanted guests.
- Dont forget to bring doggy toys as well as their brush. Another must is to bring extra towels; you never know when you'll need them.
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