Nothing rivals the love I feel for my pup, Charlie. We鈥檝e been together since he was three months old鈥攈e鈥檚 nearing three years old now鈥攕o I鈥檝e had a few years to iron out all of my gear needs. As any normal parent would, I鈥檓 constantly checking to see if my dog has everything he needs to be comfortable. Here are my picks for the best dog gear I use every day.
Ruffwear Knot-a-Collar ($20)
I love because it doesn鈥檛聽leave an indent in his fur. I鈥檝e had it for almost three years and replace the rope every year to keep聽it looking fresh.
Nite Ize Nighthowl LED Safety Necklace ($15)
has two easy settings, one strobe and one solid, making it hard for your pup to wander off in the dark. You can trim the collar for a custom fit.
Ruffwear Kibble Kaddie ($40)
I use as a permanent food storage solution at home. It holds 10 pounds of kibble and has a magnetic pour-spout for easy dispensing. When heading out on weekend adventures, I throw the whole bag in the car.
Chaco Dog Leash ($20)
I try to show my Chaco love wherever I go, and 聽helps me do just that. The buckle adjusts to easily go around my waist, trees, restaurant tables whenever I want Charlie to lounge.
Ruffwear Knot-a-Hitch Dog Tether System ($60)
This is the perfect solution for having your dog around your campsite. String up in between two trees and attach the leash to the included swivel locking carabiner. It lets your dog explore without letting him wander around bothering other campers.
Ruffwear Quencher Dog Bowl ($15)
I own three of 聽and I bring them everywhere. They pack聽down small, so it鈥檚聽easy to toss them in my bag and bring them to work or the crag. It鈥檚 also safe to throw in the washer so it鈥檚 easy to clean.
Dremel 7300-PT Pet Nail Tool ($30)
Charlie is a baby when it comes to having his nails clipped and I鈥檝e found the process is easier when I use this聽. The聽tool has two-speed settings so you go fast or slow, depending on your pups liking.
Miracle Care Kwik Stop Styptic Powder ($5)
This powder is essential for all outdoorsy dog owners. If your dog snags his nail on a rock or cuts his paw, will stop a bleed until you can get to a place to clean out the wound.
国产吃瓜黑料 Medical Kits Me and My Dog First Aid Kit ($50)
I鈥檓 a big proponent of buying pre-made first aid kits. Unless you鈥檙e medically trained, it can be a bear to compile a first aid kit correctly on your own. has everything you need for a hike for you and your dog.
Howling Dog Alaska Distance Harness ($30)
This brand is known for producing high-quality sled dog harnesses that are designed to pull weight over long distances. This is my go-to around town and trail running聽 for my dog. It distributes the weight perfectly and allows him to pull effectively if I decide to take him skijoring.
Turdlebag Poop Bag Carrier ($20)
As a responsible dog owner, I religiously pack out my dog鈥檚 business. For the longest time, I struggled with knowing how to best store it鈥攗ntil I found the 聽which seals the used bags inside a waxed-canvas stuff sack.