How To Get Ready For Outings With Your Dog

Posted 2014-10-27 by Colleen P Moyne ⇒ follow

If you’re anything like me you’re not the most organised person on the planet. I don't often plan ahead, and have difficulty sticking to routines. The same goes for my dog. We don’t have a set routine for feeding, walking, or bed-times, and yet she is a happy, healthy dog.

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Despite this mostly unstructured approach, there is one thing I do prepare for in advance. I am always ready for a spontaneous outing with my dog. Rather than having to think about what I need to take with me, I have it all ready to grab and go.

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Have two leashes / leads. I keep one leash in the house and one stays in the car. I never have to look for a leash and know that I can transport my dog safely in the car.

Prepare a "Doggy Bag". I have a small shoulder bag that contains dried treats and doggy poop bags. If we are leaving the house for a walk I just have to grab the leash and bag. There is also a pocket for my phone and keys, and the strap is long enough that I can wear it across my body. It’s safe and secure, and my hands are free to control the leash. You can also buy a small roll of doggy poop bags on a clip, but I've never needed to take more than two with me.

Portable Pet Bowls. The other handy item I keep in the car is a portable pet bowl. These are inexpensive and durable. Mine is made of a water-proof fabric similar to a light canvas, and folds up in the glove-box. After use it dries quickly and I fold it away again. It even has a clip so that I can attach it to the leash or the shoulder bag strap.

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Having these items prepared means I can jump in the car with the dog and go, knowing we have everything we need ready to take with us.

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