Hello! Hopefully this sub is the right place for this question. Does anyone have any recommendations for a brand that makes a silicon collapsible dog bowl that clips on/uses a carabiner/etc that won't just rip if you actually USE it like its designed? I like this kind of bowl because they're easy to clean and I like being able to clip it onto my dog's harness or my backpack if its wet. But every one that I've bought has the little hole part where the clip or carabiner goes rip in half, so the clip or carabiner can't stay there anymore. I've tried what feels like a thousand of these bad boys, they rip so quickly! Any help would be greatly appreciated :) Thanks in advance!

I'm collaborating on a research project in the field of Tourism at the University of Lisbon, focusing on the experiences of travelers and their pets at 5-star hotels in Europe. If you love traveling with your furry friend and have stories or opinions to share, I’d love to hear from you!

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Hello, just found this subreddit and it seems the best place to ask! I have an almost 13yo poodle terrier named Pan. He's my old man but has plenty of spunk and mischief left in him, and he's still going strong. He's never been camping and I was considering taking him for one night tonight (my fiance has a campsite with his siblings in Joshua Tree right now and I'm not far, just stayed home for work). Honestly not sure how much he'll like it but that's why I figured one night is a good trial to see if he'd like future trips or if it's not his thing.

Since he's older his hair is very thin. The temperature tonight in Joshua Tree is going to be an expected low of 36 degrees F. He has sweaters and jackets and if y'all think he would be okay to go with certain supplies, I'd make a trip to the pet store before taking him. My question: do y'all think there are any supplies that would help and make the trip comfortable for him, so it would be safe? Or is that weather too cold in general no matter what supplies I bring/get? I'm not willing to risk his safety for the night and so am really debating whether to go or not. It just snowed in Joshua Tree last night and was colder, but weather is supposed to be getting better over the day. I'd at minimum bring his warmest sweater/jacket, some blankets for him, and one of his beds. He'd sleep in the tent with my fiance and I at night and would hang out with us by the fire before bed (on leash). Basically I'd love for him to experience camping but if it isn't the right trip for him I don't want to go, but I don't know if I'm being over paranoid!

Thanks if you read all that and I'm happy to answer any questions. My boy is my little baby and I'm just trying to give him some adventure while being safe.

I'm looking online and didn't know where to start. Would love any recommendations you have, thank you.

Hey y’all! I’m in college right now and have gained a lot of experience with backpacking trips, and plan on going on some long ones once I graduate. My parent’s currently own a livestock guardian dog (who I raised) who is an amazing dog. He is calm, naturally protective, very active, and extremely bonded to me. The only issue is my parents do not take good care of him. I am constantly cutting matts out of him, and he is constantly lonely. He tries to trap people into staying with him when they do basic care for him, and whenever I visit all he does is lay on me and cry and won’t let me stop hugging him.

I guess my question is if anyone has ever brought a livestock guardian dog backpacking before? I would love to take him with me as I’m sure he would absolutely love it, and I’m not concerned because he’s very active and has spent his entire life outside (he hates when he’s forced to go in his barn). But I know that these dogs are different than regular dogs, so I’m wondering if anyone has any experience doing this/if it’s realistic?

My boyfriend and I are looking to start a blog about hiking, camping, and traveling--all with our dog! We would love to write about dog-friendly places, review gear (both human and canine), etc. So far, we have come up with "Tails, Trails, and Travels" and "Ruffing It."

Do you have any other suggestions???

Hello! My dog (70. lb labradoodle) is an experienced hiker and has been going with me on backpacking adventures (which is relatively new for me/him). We will be backpacking in an area that is muddy and cold (Cranberry Lake NY, overnight temps predicted to be around 27-30 F). He is well setup for DRY cold camping (he has a reflectix mat, foam mat, down throw and a great coat). I'm not quite sure though how to plan ahead for the WET cold camping for him. Any ideas on how to dry him off as needed at night? Or other strategies for his nighttime comfort/safety? TIA!

EDITED for anyone who searches on this later. We brought two small camp towels (the smaller of the Wise Owl ones) and toweled him off when we got to camp. We bundled him up (in a Hurrta coat, which is expensive but well worth it) and he was great. On the coldest evening, we tucked him under an unzipped sleeping bag with a human to warm up/dry off a bit. He had a great time!

Hey all! At last decided to give this backpacking thing a go and invest in gear, do research, and find people that would want to join me on my first time backpacking. Hoping the people I met recently actually want to follow through with a June trip, but if they fall through am willing to meet others (probably women only for now). Someone mentioned bringing my pup, and while I was hesitant at first, I’m now excited about the idea. Looking for a shorter loop or out and back in lower altitude (so we don’t have to spend days adjusting to higher altitude) and a day drive or less away. I live in southeastern Nebraska and am having a tough time finding a spot within a days driving distance. Does anyone have any spots they’d suggest? I have experience with camping trips with the pup and I, in the San Juans Colorado, Texas, Wyoming, etc but that was car camping and had little physical exertion (lame lol). Hoping to find something that’s easier and just an overall good time for the both of us!