We took the kids and dogs camping over the holiday weekend. Of course I didn’t take any pictures of the dogs, but we had a great time. Camping can be a great time to be out with your dog, because you have the time to kick back and play fetch until your arm falls off, take them swimming, and sit around the fire with them curled up at your feet. We had 5 dogs with us and had a great time. One of my favorite moments was when all of us were sitting around the fire telling stories and the dogs were spaced evenly around the fire curled up at our feet enjoying the moment as much as the rest of us.

When you take the dog(s) camping make sure you have enough water and food. Also, take kennel boxes and spikes and tie-outs chains/cables. Depending on the dog, no-bark collars can be nice. Kennel boxes have made life so much easier where dogs are concerned. When you are making dinner or need a break from them, into the kennel box they go.

Things you have to watch out for are porcupines, skunks, and rattlesnakes. That’s where the tie-outs come in handy. Don’t just give them free run all the time or they’ll get into trouble.