Guides
Everything we'd tell a friend before their next trip with the dog. Pick a list, check it off, go.

Packing lists
First Camping Trip With Your Dog: The Whole List
Everything we'd pack for a first night out with a dog, plus the few habits that make it go smoothly.
7 min read
Packing lists
Car-Camping Kit for Dogs
When the car is your gear closet, pack for comfort. Here's what earns a spot in the back.
6 min read
Packing lists
Road Trip and RV Kit for Dogs
Long drives and a new stop every night. The gear and bookings that make a dog road trip work.
7 min read
Gear picks
Best Hiking Harnesses for Dogs
Our top hiking harnesses, who each one suits, and when to skip it.
6 min read
Gear picks
Best GPS Collars for Off-Grid Trips
Most trackers need cell signal. Here's how to pick one for where you actually camp.
6 min read
Gear picks
Best Dog Backpacks for Hiking
Our top dog backpacks, who each one suits, and how to start light.
7 min read
Packing lists
Camp Food for Dogs: What to Pack and How to Store It
How to pack your dog's meals, water and treats for a camping trip, and keep them away from wildlife.
6 min read
Gear picks
Best Dog Sleeping Bags and Pads
Four ways to get your dog off the cold tent floor, and when a bag beats a pad.
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Packing lists
Trail First-Aid Kit for Dogs
How-to
Tent Training Your Dog
Packing lists
Cold-Weather Camping Kit