It’s always a pleasure to take your furry friend out on a walking adventure, not to mention a holiday centered around exploring the great outdoors.
Of course, you’ll want to be totally prepared, so we’re here to help you make sure that you have everything you need to make it a memorable time for all those involved – including your pooch.
Read on to discover everything you need to know to keep your dog happy on an outdoor holiday…
Firstly, you’ll need to ensure that you’ve got the basics covered. We’ve listed below the top essentials that every pet owner will need before venturing out on an outdoor holiday:
This is more of a precautionary measure, but essential nonetheless. In the event that your dog gets a little excited exploring the great outdoors and gets lost along the way, having your contact information attached to their collar or harness will make it much easier for your dog to be returned to you safely.
Most people will enjoy letting their dog roam free when exploring the great outdoors. Once the dog catches a case of the zoomies… it can be quite enjoyable to watch!
However, some walking routes and trails will insist that dogs are kept on a lead at all times so that the natural wildlife can go as undisturbed as possible. That’s why it’s still always a good idea to have a high-quality lead handy at all times – or you might have to sit out a walking trail that you had been looking forward to!
Just like us, our four-legged friends will tire themselves out during a long hike. It’s always a good idea to avoid any potential issues by ensuring that your dog stays hydrated.
Nowadays, there are plenty of portable water bowls you can easily store away, so you won’t have to worry about extra baggage weighing you down on your outdoor adventures.
Now that the year is drawing to a close, seasonal changes mean that sunset begins at around 4.30 pm in the UK. With it getting darker much quicker now, it’s important to ensure that your dog can be seen by passersby or cars. The same way a cyclist would wear a reflective coat or use an LED bike light, an LED collar will keep your dog safe and ensure they are visible in the dark.
We stock an extensive range of outdoor dog equipment here at Winfields Outdoors. As an example, here are a few items that we recommend wholeheartedly to dog owners.
With the Regatta Extending Dog Lead, you’ll be able to give your dog the option to stay close or explore their surroundings, free from any stress or worry that they’ll stray too far. The lead is suitable for any dog, and it can be extended up to 3 metres, allowing plenty of space for your dog to do what it loves best – run!
The lead also has a stop and release button, allowing you to be in full control, with a lock to keep the lead at a set distance.
This LED Dog Collar by Regatta is ultra-lightweight, featuring a hardwearing steel D-ring and quick-release buckle, to ensure that the collar is securely placed at all times.
What’s more, the collar is available in a variety of bright colours – guaranteed to keep your dog safe, even on the darkest of nights.
Lastly, we have the handy Regatta Dog Travel Bottle Water Tray – a must-have for all dog owners.
This fantastic travel bottle and tray is stylish, highly practical, durable and lightweight – and most importantly, it’ll ensure that your pooch stays fully hydrated on any kind of walk.
The next thing that you need to consider when taking your dog on an outdoor holiday is, of course, comfort.
When it comes to comfort, there are two things that most dogs will need above all else – which is somewhere warm and cosy to sleep, and a waterproof coat to keep them warm and dry whilst exploring what nature has to offer. We’ve included some of our top recommendations below.
The Regatta Travel Dog Bed is specially designed to not only keep your dog super comfortable but also make it easy for dog owners to bring along, thanks to the carry handles.
This plush dog bed by Regatta features an ultra soft-touch lining, ensuring that unparalleled comfort is provided to your dog after a long day on its paws.
If you have a dog that needs a little help settling into a new place, the Dog Doza Waterproof Memory Foam Settee Dog Bed could be a perfect choice.
This dog bed is not only stylish but also very useful, especially for an outdoor holiday. It’s water-resistant, and it’ll ensure that the creepy crawlies found in nature stay away from your pooch – thanks to its flea and mite resistance.
What’s more, you can rest assured knowing that your dog will have an ultra-comfortable spot to recoup after a long day outdoors, as it is constructed from a quality Orthopedic Memory Foam.
To conclude our top picks for comfort, we have the superb Odie Quilted Insulated Dog Coat by Regatta. Perfect for stylish doggos!
If you’re looking for a coat for your dog that has it all, this is it. The material features Thermo-Guard insulation technology, ensuring that your dog stays warm, even on the coldest of days.
Additionally, the coat also features a DWR (Durable Water Repellent) finish, perfect for keeping your dog dry when the forecast is less than ideal.
Lastly, another super important factor to take into consideration is entertainment for your dog.
If you’ve ever been around a dog that’s bored and/or restless, you’ll know just how potentially destructive their behaviour can be. So, by ensuring that your dog has toys to keep their mind active, you can avoid them indulging in mischievous behaviour, such as excessive barking or chewing up your socks! Check out our top picks for keeping your dog entertained below.
If your dog is a bundle of energy, you need the Regatta Dog Ball Launcher.
Perfect for the dogs who run circles around their humans on a regular basis, this is a superb dog toy to have handy when you’re out and about exploring nature, and it will ensure that their energy is harnessed and expended in an enjoyable way. The ball can be flung through the air with ease, and it’ll keep them entertained for hours.
If you’re looking for a toy that will keep your dog distracted when settling down for the night, the Regatta Dogs Chew Toy is a great option to go for.
The Regatta Dogs Chew Toy is ultra-durable and can be used for playing and throwing around. No amount of chewing is a challenge for this toy!
Lastly, we have one of our most popular dog toys – the Regatta Glow In The Dark Dog Chew Toy.
This super handy dog toy is perfect for chewing and throwing around, thanks to its Lightweight TPR material, making it ultra-durable, hardwearing and weather-resistant. Additionally, you won’t have to worry about it going missing, as it glows in the dark!
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