what dose my dog need to know to go camping?

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randomtigers

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I want to go camping with my 4 year old dog and I wanted to know what I needed i.e food, water, sleeping, (what she needs to know (training her) etc. Thanks :):):):):):):)
 
...and don't forget to clean up after your dog!

Depending on where you are going, is your dog on flea and tick preventative?

Depending on "what your knows" will determine your responsibility: how you restrain your dog. You should be prepared to contain her, either with a tie-out, a crate or an x-pen. If she is not controllable 120% off leash, then better not let her off leash.

You might want to call your vet and tell them you are going camping...ask what you can take in case your dog gets the "runs" from drinking nasty water or eating "weird" stuff......
 
I used to camp with my two German Shepherds in Colorado, in the high country and remote. They had a blast. We had many nocturnal visits by moose, elk, and and once, a cougar, and they were fine. Obviously food and water is a basic requirement, but absolute obedience to common commands, especially to return to you unquestioningly is critical. If he/she will not, you could have real problems. If you tent camp, that's where you are most in control, and your pup can't wander. If you open air camp, you may want to ci=onsider a long leader for your peace of mind. Really, it all depends on where you camp. I don't think my pups would be as happy or behave appropriately in a crowded "camp" ground, which really isn't camping anyway.

If your dog is off leash qualified around strangers and other animals, you should have no issues. Have a great time!
 
Take the dogs food, and water bowls, a long lead. Don't let a city/house dog run loose. Don't leave him/her alone in the camp site. Take what ever bedding the dog is accustomed to, if that is your bed so be it, the sleeping bag will be fine.
 
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